Head Gardener - Live Out - EC7834 - This position has now been filled
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Head Gardener to manage the award-winning gardens of a beautiful private estate in Cheshire.
The 26-acre estate consists of formal garden areas with expansive manicured lawns and grass areas with paths throughout, herbaceous borders, topiary, a large pond and lake, a water feature, mixed hedges and borders, kitchen garden, wildflower meadows, with surrounding woodland of young and mature trees. A full irrigation system is in place.
The Head Gardener will be responsible for managing all areas of the garden including the wider estate grounds. The lawns are maintained by a contractor and there are currently two other gardeners working on site. The successful applicant will be responsible for planning and prioritising the garden work schedule and continue to work in a safe and secure environment by maintaining compliance with health and safety obligations at all times.
Applicants must have demonstrable experience of managing garden staff in a private estate environment, excellent plant identification skills, competence with a full range of garden machinery and kitchen gardening experience. Spray certificates would be an advantage along with knowledge of maintaining ponds and water gardens. Due to seasonal variation and planned events, the Head Gardener may be required to be flexible in terms of their working hours.
This beautiful property is currently on the market for sale however, the owners are looking for a full time Head Gardener to take ownership of the garden. Someone with a vision for maintaining and enhancing the garden as required to a high horticultural standard. Ideally, employment will continue with the new owners however, as there is no guarantee, this position will be on a 6-month rolling contract. Either way, when the house is sold, the remaining amount of the 6 months’ salary is guaranteed.
SALARY: £35,000-£40,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Knutsford, Cheshire
JOB No: EC7834
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Plantarea Manager - P320 - This position has now been filled
An outstanding opportunity exists for a Plantarea Manager to join one of the largest progressive family owned Garden Centres in the South West. Their expert team are always ready to provide good advice in all areas of the garden centre with much passion and pride. As Plantarea Manager you will play a vital role in delivering excellent visual merchandising standards and customer care.
Do you have the knowledge and expertise to manage a large outside plants department?
Are you an exceptional plant buyer with good contacts in the trade?
Are you an inspirational team leader who leads by example?
Key points
- Purchasing of all plant stock and analysing sales
- Providing exceptional levels of merchandising standards
- Maintaining a high level of housekeeping in all areas
- Keeping up to date with the latest fashions and trends in plant retailing
- Ensuring your team provide the highest level of customer service and care
Must haves
- A proven track record in motivating teams to exceptional achievements
- Excellent retailing skills with good attention to detail in all areas of the role
- At least 2 years experience in a Plant Buying capacity
- A friendly professional approach with a positive and flexible attitude to be the best!
If this Plantarea Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com.
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Plant Buyer - A625
Our client has a family run business which has grown considerably in recent years now in-line to be a popular destination Garden Centre with customers from far and wide. Due to expansion and recent acquisitions they are currently seeking a Plant Buyer who will take responsibility for plant purchasing across 3 sites.
Do you have extensive plant knowledge?
Are you an experienced plant buyer and in contact with leading plant suppliers?
Can you provide a high level of merchandising and displays?
Key points
- Purchasing of all plant stock and negotiating with new and existing suppliers UK and abroad
- Ensure the buying process is robust and performance is on target
- Analysing sales and taking appropriate action
- Weekly visits to the other branches in order to support the team
- Providing excellent visual merchandising standards
Must haves
- Strong negotiating skills able to develop good relationships with suppliers
- Excellent team leadership skills
- Good attention to detail in all areas of the role
- A proven track record in plant purchasing able to drive product development
Possible accommodation available
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General Manager - A748 - This position has now been filled
An excellent opportunity to join an award-winning independent Garden Centre at General Manager level who pride themselves on high standards of customer service, becoming a firm destination garden centre. The role will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the centre which will include core departments and categories where you will play a significant role in the strategy and development of the business over the coming years.
Are you passionate about customer service and experience?
Can you demonstrate exceptional knowledge of horticulture and the garden industry?
Can you lead and inspire a team by example?
Key points
- To take responsibility for the performance of all departments
- Ranging, buying, stock management, cost control and profit margin
- Monitoring financial performance against budget
- Planning the seasons layout, shop moves to maximise sales opportunities
- Ensure the team has a sense of pride by recognising and acknowledging achievements
Must haves
- A proven track record in garden centre retailing at management level
- Able to ensure clear communication throughout the team
- Deliver excellent standards of customer sales and service
- Able to champion new ideas for business growth
If this General Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com.
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Head Gardener - Live Out - EC7703 - This position has now been filled
A rare opportunity has arisen for a talented gardener to step up into their first Head Gardener position, on a beautiful private estate near Farnham in Surrey. The property owners are keen amateur gardeners and are looking for a knowledgeable, skilled horticulturist, to put their stamp on this 6-acre garden which was originally designed by Gertrude Jekyll. This position would suit a Skilled Senior Gardener (as mentoring/supervisory experience is desired), or applicants already in a Head Gardener role. Excellent horticultural knowledge is essential as is physical fitness, and importantly, good imagination with respect to plant use. The successful applicant will be tasked with recruiting an assistant in due course.
The garden is reportedly one of the first designed by Gertrude Jekyll whilst working alongside Edwin Lutyens, however the original plans have been lost and the garden has been neglected over the past few years. The rejuvenation of the garden offers an exciting project for the successful candidate and will involve implementing ideas that result from discussions with the property owners.
The existing gardens comprise woodland with spring bulbs, many Rhododendrons (for which a removal program is in place), a large fish pond (which also requires care), a formal parterre which will be extended and planted in the near future, a large formal lawn and two smaller lawns, two herbaceous borders, hedging, topiary and a rose garden. The garden does not contain a kitchen garden or fruit trees, but there is a small glasshouse on site. An additional glasshouse may be added in future, if required.
Part of the woodland has a development programme in place in which lawn will be sown. There are also plans to sow a meadow at the rear of the property, so candidates with experience in wildflower establishment and management are encouraged to apply, as are those with experience in Beekeeping, as plans for hives on the property are in place but will require expert input. The owners aim to create a beautiful, elegant but simple garden, rich with diversity of insect and birdlife.
Applicants for this role should be have imagination and energy, with excellent plant knowledge and identification skills. The successful applicant will have responsibility for budgeting and planning as well as for developing new garden areas over time. Propagation skills will be necessary, and an understanding of sustainable gardening will be beneficial. Applicants must have a reasonable grasp of computers/I.T as the owners would like to be kept up to date via email, with photographs, on a weekly basis when they are away. An allocated gardener’s office with a laptop and workspace will be provided. The property owners are away for much of the year but are passionate about the development/rejuvenation of the garden, so regular contact and communication skills are an important aspect of the role.
A local Arborist visits the garden regularly to maintain the trees and to undertake any hard landscaping requirements. A husband and wife team look after the property (contract and live-out) and are excellent in arranging additional items required for the property and ensuring maintenance of the house in the absence of the owners. The Arborist and Property Manager are currently working on some of the structural redesign (removing wild rhododendrons etc.) and will welcome professional input from the successful applicant. This will be a full-time Head Gardener role, with the Assistant Gardener also being employed on a full-time basis, once recruited.
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for a talented gardener to put their stamp on a special garden in Surrey. The position will not simply require the successful applicant to maintain an impressive garden, but rather to develop one from a hands-on perspective, in collaboration with the property owners.
SALARY: £35,000 - £40,000 DOE
LOCATION: Farnham, Surrey
JOB No: EC7703
If this Head Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Garden Centre Manager - C743
Our client is a family run business which has grown from strength to strength now operating with a sales turnover of £2.5 million. The centre is renowned for not only supplying a diverse range of gardening and leisure products but also providing a fantastic range of top-quality plants. They are currently seeking a Garden Centre Manager who will work closely with the owners holding a good level of autonomy for all daily operations, providing an exceptional level of customer sales and service.
Key points
- To drive performance maximising sales potential
- To maintain high standards of merchandising and displays throughout the centre
- To actively develop the teams sales skills and knowledge
- To work with the owners purchasing of stock and dealing with suppliers
- To provide excellent customer sales and service
Must haves
- A proven track record at Garden Centre Manager level
- An enthusiastic and highly motivated personality
- Well organised with meticulous attention to detail
- The ability to communicate well at all levels
If this Garden Centre Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Ruth Bolam on 01233 732767 or ruth@horticruitment.com.
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Head Gardener - Live Out - EC7358
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and ambitious Head Gardener to develop and manage the private garden in the Leyland area, Lancashire.
The family house is newly built, and the garden covers about twenty-seven and a half acres of land to undergo substantial development. The project is in the early stage of development, the grass has been laid and the hedges have been planted by the landscaper. The new Head Gardener will join at a time where their involvement will be valuable and rewarding in equal measure.
To the west of the house is the Arboretum, the shrubbery and the church woods containing a variety of mature trees. To the east, there is a 1-acre walled kitchen garden (to be implemented), the kennels, expansive lawns and the east wood. To the South of the house runs a pathway to the lake, a sunken garden with a fire pit, the poetry garden, barbeque area, a chess garden and a large green house on order to be erected. Once complete, the garden will be a very impressive and a diverse space.
The successful applicant will have significant input in the development of the site in terms of overall design, implementation, planting, after care and ongoing management. The privately-owned estate will not be open to the public but will require excellent attention to detail at all times. There is currently a handyman / gardener onsite to support the Head Gardener and as the garden develops, the Head Gardener will have the opportunity to recruit.
Applicants should hold a level 3 horticultural qualification or higher as well have demonstrable experience of developing gardens. Garden project management and budgeting experience is essential for the role. He/she will have experience managing garden staff, excellent plant identification skills, competence with a full range of garden machinery, kitchen gardening experience and a working knowledge of plant propagation and glasshouse work. Spray certificates (PA1/6) and a chainsaw certificate (CS30/31) are desirable but not essential.
This is an excellent opportunity for a talented, experienced and driven Head Gardener with a strong and positive character to join a fantastic garden project at an exciting stage.
SALARY: £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Leyland Area, Lancashire
JOB No: EC7358
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Head Gardener - Live In/Out - EC6885 - This position has now been filled
An experienced and talented Head Gardener is sought to play a leading role on a stunning 80-acre estate located in Ascot, Berkshire. This position would suit a proactive, committed hands-on Head Gardener with demonstrable experience in all aspects of garden and staff management. The client is offering accommodation for the successful applicant, if required, in addition to a generous salary in line with experience.
The Head Gardener will be responsible for managing the 13-strong garden team; overseeing day-to-day garden management and maintenance operations, as well as for providing horticultural training for all team members. Applicants must be friendly, hard-working, trustworthy and honest, with common sense, initiative, and a positive character. Due to the nature of the private estate, the Head Gardener must be discreet and respectful of the family’s privacy when in residence.
This Grade II listed property is part of the Crown Estate and includes approximately 60-acres of Grade I listed gardens. The estate is privately owned and is not open to the public but is meticulously cared for by the dedicated team of gardeners. The Head Gardener will be responsible for ensuring all the gardens and grounds on the estate and surrounding family-owned properties are maintained to the highest possible standard. This will include hands-on management of the lawns, tennis courts, swimming pool area, lake area, rose garden, fountain garden and greenhouse, as well as supervision and direction of the garden team and management of the garden budget. The Head Gardener will be required to manage contractors when on site and to work alongside various garden designers where necessary. A report will be required, with photographs, to present to the family on a monthly basis with regard to progress and development within the garden.
Applicants for this role should hold extensive experience at Head Gardener level as well as an academic horticultural qualification at Level 3 or above. Suitable applicants will have demonstrable experience of garden staff management on horticulturally diverse privately-owned estates and must have excellent plant knowledge. The Head Gardener must have a strong knowledge of a full range of garden features, including kitchen gardening, roses, specialist pruning techniques and seasonal garden management considerations, plant propagation and cut flowers, with competence in managing house plants. The Head Gardener will report to and will work alongside, the Operations Manager, particularly with regard to special events at the estate.
This is a rare opportunity for a talented gardener to take a significant step in their career and to utilise their varied skill set. Applicants must be competent in all aspects of the above and must be flexible in their approach, dedicated team players, and must strive for excellence in every aspect of their work.
Working hours for this role are 07:00 – 17:00 Monday to Friday, with some Saturdays and Bank Holidays required during busy periods. Applicants are required to hold a full UK driving licence. This position is offered as a live-in or live-out, depending on the successful applicant’s preferences and situation.
SALARY: Up to £50,000 DOE + Accommodation
LOCATION: Ascot, Berkshire
JOB No: EC6885
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Soft Landscape Contracts Manager - F663
Our client is an established commercial landscaping company operating for over 15 years creating, maintaining and improving landscapes for their customers. The company employs around 50 full time staff; they are BALI accredited with a head office based in the South of England. They currently have a vacancy for a Soft Landscape Contracts Manager working in the Thames Valley with major house builders and prestigious commercial and domestic clients.
Job Description:
The Contracts Manager is responsible for the daily running of work schedules, to deliver safe and compliant services to meet contractual specifications on time and on budget.
This role will involve scheduling work, managing service operatives, co-ordinating the supply of equipment and materials and managing client relationships on site.
Construction project values can be anywhere between £20k and £750k.
Responsibilities will include –
- Operations
- Customers
- Compliance with HSE procedure
- Competency of staff
Key Skills:
- A horticultural qualification is highly desirable
- Previous experience in estimating and pricing is highly desirable
- Current CSCS card
- Health and Safety training to Managerial level
- Experience as a Manager within soft landscape construction
- Full UK Driving Licence essential
Additional Information:
- Fast growing business with excellent opportunities for career progression and development.
- Individual training plans for each employee, including required competencies for current role, and incorporating medium-to-long term training and development for future career goals.
- Company pension scheme.
- Employee benefits, such as Health Care
- Annual 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Hols
If this Soft Landscape Contracts Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com.
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Head Gardener - Live Out - EC6843 - This position has now been filled
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a head gardener to manage and develop the gardens surrounding a magnificent Grade II listed hall on the beautiful coast of Northumberland.
Located in an idyllic situation combining both rural and coastal views, the gardens consist of three and a half acres of formal gardens and two and a half acres of roadside woodland. The owners have recently purchased the property and the gardens are about to undergo redevelopment by a prominent garden designer/ RHS ambassador. The plans have been prepared for the garden and the successful candidate will have the exciting opportunity to work closely with the garden designer in implementing the various projects across the garden.
A naturalistic area is located on the boundary of the property and will include woodland, long grasses with wildflowers, a large pond and lawns. The formal gardens will be separated into garden rooms including a walled area incorporating a greenhouse with cold frames and raised beds for growing cut flowers and vegetables. In addition, there will be herbaceous borders, ornamental meadows with topiary shapes, a rose garden with mixed herbaceous planting, mown and gravel paths throughout, a variety of specimen trees and shrubs and working compost area.
The garden will host a wealth of plants and shrubs and the owners are looking for someone to really take ownership of the gardens, realise their vision and work closely with the garden designer to achieve that vision. The head gardener will manage a small team including a part time gardener, a contractor for the lawncare and a part time tree surgeon. He / she will have excellent horticultural and plant knowledge as well as plant husbandry skills. A knowledge of pest and disease control as well and PA1/PA6 spray certificates would be an advantage.
Applicants will ideally hold a level 3 horticultural qualification plus at least 5 years garden development experience on a private estate. He / She will have good communications skills and the ability to work alongside other staff and oversee contractors. They will have a flexible approach to work, be physically fit and should be prepared to work outside in all weathers. Driving licence and the ability to operate a range of garden machinery would be an advantage.
The position would suit a head gardener with experience in redeveloping gardens looking for an exciting new challenge and to manage a beautiful and diverse garden.
SALARY: £35,000 – £40,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Coast of Northumberland
JOB No: EC6843
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