Gardener Wanted at Royal Djurgården

The Royal Djurgården Administration's main task is to manage the King's private rights to Djurgården. Royal Djurgården is one of Stockholm's green lungs, a National City Park, and an important part of the green cultural heritage. The task includes protecting the historical cultural landscape, caring for the existing nature, and adapting the area to people's desire for a stimulating leisure and recreation environment. You will belong to the park and street department responsible for the operation and maintenance of parks, roads, and lighting on northern and southern Djurgården and the Fjäderholmarna.

We are now looking for gardeners for the 2026 season. The season runs from April to November, but it is, of course, possible to work for a shorter period.

Job Responsibilities:

As a gardener, you contribute to creating a beautiful and pleasant outdoor environment. You perform all tasks related to green space maintenance and upkeep. Common tasks include planting, weeding, hedge trimming, clearing brush, watering, caring for plantings, and cleaning/litter picking.

Qualifications:

• Gardening education or documented experience in similar tasks.
• You must be at least 18 years old.
• Strong interest in the green outdoor environment and sustainability issues related to the work.
• Clearing/chainsaw certificate RA/AB is an advantage.
• Experience with machinery is an advantage.
• Driving license B is an advantage.

Personal Qualities:

As a person, you have a strong service and responsibility mindset. You are flexible, willing to take initiative, and have good teamwork skills. It is also important that you are in good physical shape as the work can be physically demanding.

Other Employment Information:

• The position is full-time.
• The duration of employment is determined by agreement.
• Working hours are during the day according to a schedule.
• Salary according to applicable agreements.
• At the start of employment, a mandatory introduction will be conducted.
• Any requests for leave during the season should be presented with the application. Vacation is granted restrictively.
• The trade unions are represented by Saco-S, Seko, and OFR/S.

Application:

Welcome with your application including CV and cover letter by February 15, 2026. Selection is ongoing, and we only accept applications via our recruitment system. Before a hiring decision is made, a check of payment remarks and reference checks will be conducted.

For further information about the positions, you are welcome to contact the person below via email; Acting Head Gardener Olof Bandh, email: [email protected]

Union Representatives:

Katarina Burman, Seko, 08-402 60 00.

Anita Söderlind, Saco, 08-402 60 00.

The Royal Court is the organization that assists the Head of State and the Royal Family in their official duties and in their work in foundations with community-beneficial activities. The Court is also responsible for showcasing, caring for, and managing the cultural heritage associated with the monarchy. The Royal Court has about 290 permanent employees and a large number of temporary employees for various assignments and seasonal employment. We value the qualities that diversity brings to the organization and therefore welcome applicants from different backgrounds.