Head Gardener

Our UHNW client is seeking an experienced Head Gardener to take charge of the grounds at their beautiful estate in Surrey. This is a wonderful opportunity for a horticulturalist with real depth of knowledge to shape and maintain gardens to the highest standard, working both as part of a wider team and independently when the role demands it.

Requirements

• Degree in horticulture or a related field is preferred
• Strong, demonstrable horticultural knowledge, including planting schedules, watering regimes, soil management, and selecting the right materials and products for the job

• Solid hands on experience gained in a similar high standard environment
• Comfortable working both collaboratively within a team and independently

• A proactive, detail oriented approach to grounds maintenance

Responsibilities

• Planning and managing planting schedules across the estate
• Maintaining soil health and ensuring appropriate watering and feeding regimes

• Selecting suitable materials, plants, and products to maintain the gardens to a high standard
• Working closely with the wider household and grounds team, while managing your own areas of responsibility independently

• General upkeep and seasonal maintenance of the gardens and grounds

Schedule: 5.5 days per week, monday to Saturday

Benefits: 42 days holiday a year

Salary: £45k GPA plus depending on experience

Start: ASAP