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Job Post Details
Head Gardener / Smallholder Manager - job post
Job details
Job type
- Full-time
Shift and schedule
- Weekend availability
- Monday to Friday
Location
BenefitsPulled from the full job description
- Annual leave
- Company pension
Full job description
Job Summary:
The Head Gardener / Smallholder Manager being responsible for overseeing the maintenance of our 10-acre small holding in a lovely location. Development and enhancement of the gardens and grounds. This role involves leading a small team of gardeners /and smallholder staff, planning seasonal planting schemes, ensuring high horticultural standards, and managing garden projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive horticultural knowledge, leadership skills, and a passion for creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Garden Maintenance & Development
- Plan, design, and implement planting schemes to ensure year-round interest.
- Oversee all aspects of garden care, including pruning, weeding, mulching, fertilizing, and pest control.
- Manage lawns, hedges, borders, and ornamental features to a high standard.
- Propagate plants, manage large greenhouse operations, and maintain plant health.
2. Team Management
- Supervise, train, and motivate gardening / smallholder staff and volunteers.
- Delegate tasks effectively and ensure work is completed to a high standard.
- Conduct performance reviews and provide guidance for skill development.
3. Project Management
- Plan and execute garden projects such as new planting schemes, landscaping, and infrastructure improvements.
- Manage budgets, procure supplies, and liaise with contractors when necessary.
- Ensure tools, equipment, and machinery are maintained and used safely.
4. Sustainability & Environmental Stewardship
- Promote organic and sustainable gardening practices.
- Implement water conservation strategies and wildlife-friendly gardening techniques.
- Manage composting and recycling of green waste.
Record-Keeping & Planning
- Maintain Garden records, including plant inventories, maintenance schedules,
- Develop seasonal work plans and long-term garden development strategies.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Education: Formal horticultural qualification (e.g., RHS Level 2,) or equivalent experience).
- Experience: Minimum 5 years in professional gardening, including supervisory roles.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficient in plant identification, soil management, and pest/disease control.
- Experience with garden machinery (e.g., mowers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers).
- Knowledge of irrigation systems and garden design principles.
- Soft Skills:
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Desirable Attributes:
- Experience managing medium/ large estate gardens.
- Knowledge of controlling pest via organic methods
- Interest in continental fruit trees,
-DIY skills
-Knowledge of looking after small farm animals would be desirable
Working Conditions:
- Outdoor work in all weather conditions.
- Physical demands (lifting, bending, operating machinery).
- Weekend/seasonal work may be required.
Benefits:
- e.g., pension, training opportunities, 20 days paid annual leave.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: On the road