Head Gardener - EC4797 - This position has now been filled
A rare opportunity has arisen for a high-level hands-on Head Gardener to join an historic private estate in Somerset at a very exciting time in its development. The 22-acre property retains its name from the original 12th century manor house although several significant changes have been observed in this time including the construction of the existing building in 1799. Parts of the garden were designed by Swiss Landscape Designer Augusto Calonder and retain their open vistas and minimalist character to this day. This provides somewhat of a blank canvas for the recently commissioned world-renowned Garden Designer, Arne Maynard, to view the space with a modern eye and to realise the full potential of this incredible site on behalf of the passionate and enthusiastic new owners.
Upon completion and implementation of the new design, a full-time Skilled Assistant Gardener will be recruited by the Head Gardener, however at this early stage of development the priority is to source the Head Gardener, such that they be involved with the project from phase one. The Head Gardener will initially be tasked with managing the existing part-time garden staff with the maintenance of the gardens as they are, in their current form. In accordance with the complexity of design, variety in horticulture and associated management requirements of the forthcoming garden, candidates for this role must be of the highest calibre to be considered for interview.
Suitable candidates will be academically qualified to at least RHS Level 3 and have extensive experience on horticulturally diverse private estates. Experience in garden development and working with garden designers would be an advantage. Candidates must have experience in kitchen gardening, plant propagation and glasshouse work, as well as competence in the operation and basic maintenance of a range of garden machinery.
Many aspects of the new garden design will consider the social focus of the house and its owners. Visiting friends and family as well as work gatherings will positively influence the design by way of dedicated and varied entertainment areas for visitors, with an associated consideration for high quality fresh food produce, all of which will be grown on site. The garden currently comprises expansive areas of lawn, two walled gardens (containing fruit, vegetables and cutting flowers), a glasshouse, finely pruned hornbeam and yew hedging, an orchard, herbaceous beds and borders, ponds and water features with young and mature specimen trees. A river runs through the property, with waterside planting and mature wooded areas which will become a substantial and picturesque backdrop to the view from the house as well as a valuable natural habitat for wildlife and freshwater ecology. The estate is surrounded by meadows and pasture, with this aspect of the property likely to significantly increase in acreage in the coming years.
Some garden areas will be extensively and dramatically re-designed which will ensure plenty to stretch and satisfy a very experienced gardener. The vision will include formal and informal areas throughout the property, with several features of the gardens being subject to change due to the early stage of the project though will include features and areas as follows: herbaceous beds/borders, roses, shrub areas, wall-trained fruit trees, topiary and shaped hedges, courtyard gardens with planting in chippings and pots, knot/parterre gardens, terraces, a sunken croquet lawn, a formal summer house, pollarded and natural ornamental tree walks/avenues, cloud-pruned hedges and shrubs, a French or Italian courtyard with areas dedicated to scent and colour and a wonderful garden area of loose shrubs and masses of snowdrops, collections of rare ferns and spring bulbs; akin in overall feel to a Victorian fernery. An existing walled garden will continue to be a very important area to the owners. The main walled garden is already well established but will undergo alteration as part of the new initiative and will become a centre point for entertaining.
The wider estate gardens will see woodland development and extensive planting of young trees. Spring bulbs and ephemerals, orchards, wildflower areas, river-edge planting as well as pond and wetland planting will be included in the new plan. Some existing trees will be transplanted rather than removed which will necessitate the assistance of specialist contractors in some instances. Various new garden structures are proposed with several areas of hard landscaping aimed at creating garden spaces for entertaining and new areas to be explored and enjoyed. A wonderful channelled river with a weir presents an incredible feature as viewed from the house, the development of which involving the addition of planting on the stream and woodland edge may see a ‘grotto’ or folly/seat with planting of rare and interesting plant species. A remarkable well can also be found on site and will be restored and altered to enable its new and exciting function as a dipping pool.
The new design will include extensive planting of trees and creation of natural habitats throughout the property, with new ‘playgrounds’ established within the woodland for children and adults alike to explore. Although no livestock is present on the estate currently, the development of Oakland pasture would enable sheep to graze on grass along the stately driveway towards the main house, with traditional parkland tree planting maintaining the historic feel of the estate upon entry.
This extensive, unique and dramatic project exemplifies the energy and passion that the new owners have for their garden, as well as that which Arne Maynard and his team have for the estate. This role provides a fantastic opportunity for a qualified, imaginative and physically fit horticulturist to join the estate in the very early stages of its historic development, as well as an opportunity for the successful candidate to grow alongside this stunning and unique garden.
SALARY: Circa £45,000 - £50,000 DOE
LOCATION: Somerset
JOB No: EC4797
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Garden Centre Manager - E122
Our client is an established award winning family garden centre stocking a huge range of high quality plants, garden accessories, home and gift items and much more, all sold by their knowledgeable friendly team of staff and with a café which has gained a fantastic reputation for being one of the best in the area. Due to internal promotion they are currently seeking a Garden Centre Manager to effectively and efficiently manage and lead the store in order to maximise sales and profit.
Are you passionate to provide excellent customer sales and service?
Can you lead and inspire a team of staff by example?
Do you have a strong horticulture background?
Key points
- To effectively manage recruitment, training and development of the stores management team and colleagues
- Ensure a full understanding of and implementation of company operational standards
- Ensure all floors are commercially and correctly merchandised
- To coach and motivate the team in order to deliver pre set targets
- To plan and manage special events within the store throughout the year
Must haves
- A good understanding of successful Garden Centre Retailing
- Excellent team leadership skills
- A proactive and positive approach to all tasks
- A proven track record in delivering results within a retail environment
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Landscape Construction Estimator - R022
Our Client has been established for over 20 years and has been involved in commercial hard and soft landscaping right across the South East, spanning as far north as Peterborough and as far west as Bristol. They have completed landscape schemes for a wide variety of clients, including company headquarters, new schools and academies, business and retail parks, superstores and industrial estates, as well as involvement in ecologically sensitive areas. An opportunity has arisen for a Landscape Construction Estimator to take responsibility for special commercial hard and soft landscaping projects, throughout the south east.
Rationale:
Are you an enthusiastic and motivated landscaping estimator?
Our client is looking for dynamic people to review incoming enquiries, prepare, process and submit tenders for commercial landscape contracts.
They are one of the leading commercial landscaping contractors, specialising in all aspects of soft and hard landscaping and grounds maintenance. As part of their continued growth plans they are now looking to recruit competent and motivated individuals to join their team of Estimators.
They are looking for people who can bring expertise and experience to demonstrate to them how they can further improve their business.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will work on their own initiative and organise themselves to deliver an effective service delivery including:
- Analysing clients BOQs and technical specifications
- Extracting information from tender drawings including taking off quantities both manually and using IT software
- Compiling bills of quantities
- Collating quotations to calculate materials, equipment and labour costs
- Liaising with clients, suppliers and subcontractors
- Utilising several computing packages and online tendering portals
- Preparing and submitting compliant tenders to meet required deadlines
- Liaising with other parts of the business to assist in the handover of projects
- Following up on tender submissions, monitoring and updating the tender index and compiling reports for senior management
Key Skills:
- Good awareness of tendering and the estimating process
- A high level of IT proficiency, particularly within Microsoft Excel
- Excellent numerical skills
- Ability to work to a high degree of accuracy
- Able to demonstrate professional communications at all levels
- Strong organisational skills
- The ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- In return for this, you will be working in a professional environment, joining a team that believes in a work-hard, play-hard approach.
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Head Grower/Manager Designate - P118
Head Grower/Manager Designate required
An exciting opportunity exists to join a leading plug plant producers established since 1955 growing over 50 million bedding plug plants each year for professional growers and parks departments throughout the UK. They are dedicated to producing the finest quality plants and transporting them to the nurseries in the shortest possible time.
Do you have a good level of nursery productions skills?
Can you lead and motivate a team of staff?
Do you a positive attitude and keen to produce top quality plants?
Key points
- Overseeing the forward planning of the nursery
- Purchasing of all stock required for the nursery operations
- Leading teams on growing related tasks, carried out to timescale and agreed standards
- Maintaining quality and work practices at all times
- Liaising with the owners and the sales team to ensure relevant documentation is current
Must haves
- Previous experience in nursery production
- Computer literate with good IT skills
- Possess excellent team leadership skills
- Some form of relevant horticulture qualification
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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
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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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Garden Centre Operations Manager - L514
Our client is a fast expanding group of highly successful Garden Centres who target consumers through their aspirational environments which deliver a point of difference within the sector. They are continually growing and are renowned as some of the best in the country, winning many retail and restaurant awards. They have a unique opportunity for a Garden Centre Operations Manager to join the team where you will play a pivotal role in pulling together and maintaining high standards of all daily operations.
Would you like to become part of a fast-growing company and award-winning team?
Can you deliver and maintain excellent standards of retail operations?
Are you meticulous in terms of presentation and display?
Key points
- To lead and engage with Department heads with a culture of driving sales
- Responsibility for the centre’s overheads in staffing, maintenance and other related costs
- To monitor and review customer service levels through social media and take immediate action
- To have an overview and understanding of the centres overall commercial performance
- To lead train and inspire your team to perform to their full potential
Must haves
- Excellent team leadership skills with meticulous attention to detail
- The ability to monitor trends and maximise sales opportunities
- Experience of managing a large retail operation
- Have an inspirational approach to all daily tasks and activities
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Head Gardener - EC6601 - This position has now been filled
A very rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head Gardener and excellent plants person to take ownership of a stunning private garden in Monmouthshire, Wales. Designed, owned, and lived in by one of the country’s most celebrated garden designers, this exceptional position will deliver substantial reward and ensure pride of place in the industry for the successful candidate.
This is an opportunity to effectively become an ambassador for the brand; to be involved with assisting the client with national and international consultations/visits on client properties, mentoring, lecturing and training of existing employees on their respective client gardens, the provision of advice and associated backup in the office from a client consultation perspective, in addition to the primary role of hands-on garden management at the designer’s home.
The Grade II listed late medieval property is situated in a private valley in the Welsh countryside. The two-acre garden itself is set within five-acres of land and comprises wild flower meadows, topiary, roses, perennial borders, fruit trees and vegetables as well as riverside and woodland gardens. Rare and unusual plant species can be found throughout the garden, with meticulous overall maintenance playing a significant role in the overall feel of the garden in order to ensure an example to visitors of the designer’s work. There is room for improvement in the garden, so the successful applicant will have a chance to demonstrate their talent by way of subtle and bold new ideas, with no restriction on innovative out-of-the-box thinking.
The surrounding woodlands, meadows and other significant areas of the garden are undergoing development and enrichment at present and as such, the successful candidate will play a key role in the enhancement of these aspects in addition to the formal areas of the main garden.
Applicants must have previous Head Gardener experience, extensive plant knowledge, excellent time management skills as well as a genuine hunger and excitement for the possibilities associated with creating stunning and unique gardens. The Head Gardener must be able to communicate effectively, particularly as they will be expected to assist with in-house training of other gardeners, each of whom work in gardens that have also been created by this distinguished designer. Applicants must have clear and demonstrable experience of Head/Senior Gardening at a high level, excellent attention to detail and a positive, enthusiastic attitude towards their work and colleagues. Academic horticultural qualifications are essential, as is at least five years’ experience of private estate garden management at Senior/Head level. Applicants with excellent horticultural knowledge from other backgrounds, e.g. the education or nursery/growing sectors, will be considered, so long as they can also demonstrate good hands-on gardening/management skills.
This is a rare vacancy, and an opportunity that will be awarded to the applicant that can demonstrate experience and excellence in each of the above areas. A generous salary is offered for what will be an exciting and very rewarding position. Accommodation may be sourced in the locality for exceptional candidates as part of the package offering, if required.
SALARY: Up to £50,000 DOE
LOCATION: Monmouthshire, Wales
JOB No: EC6601
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Head Gardener - Live In - EC6371 - This position has now been filled
Please note: Applicants for this role are required to already hold a Green Card or the ability to work in the USA legally (citizenship etc.).
A very unique and attractive opportunity has arisen for a talented Head Gardener to take ownership of a beautiful private estate in The Hamptons, New York. The Hamptons are a string of stunning seaside communities on the eastern Long Island’s South Fork, inhabited by affluent New York City residents.
The young and welcoming family spend the working week in the city and return to the property most weekends. Due to the relocation of the current Head Gardener to another part of the country, a new full-time Head Gardener is required on a permanent, full-time basis.
The relatively young gardens have been designed by the reputable and award-winning designer Arne Maynard, and consist of two acres of mature trees, herbaceous borders, climbing roses, drifts of flowering shrubs as well as impressive herb and vegetable gardens. As a very recent addition, the neighbouring property is now under the ownership of the client, so a new garden project will be underway in the near future. The new property will require the successful applicant to manage an assistant gardener when the time comes, i.e. following implementation of the new design, as well as the combined gardens as a whole. Accommodation for the Head Gardener will be located on the new site, the final details of which are yet to be confirmed.
The position requires a highly organised individual with a good eye for detail and experience of managing high-end private estate gardens. The successful applicant will be responsible for managing the garden in conjunction with the property owner and the garden designer on a permanent basis.
Applications are encouraged from Head Gardeners with excellent plant care knowledge, including that of pest and disease management / Integrated Pest Management. IPM is a significant part of horticulture and arboriculture in the USA and as such, applicants must have a good working knowledge of this aspect of garden management. Typical Head Gardener duties will apply, i.e. management of contractors and grounds crews where applicable, seasonal garden planning, equipment operation/maintenance and hands-on gardening to a high standard.
Candidates will ideally hold an academic horticultural qualification at degree level or equivalent, at least eight years’ practical experience in private estate gardens, excellent horticultural knowledge, a chemical applicator’s licence (or the ability to obtain one in the first 90 days of employment), with a clean and valid New York driver’s licence and the legal ability to work in the United States being desirable. This is a wonderful opportunity for the right candidate to work for a young and friendly family in a beautiful part of the world, to earn a very generous salary and to live in an extremely sought-after location on a permanent basis.
SALARY: Circa £50,000 (Live in)
LOCATION: The Hamptons, New York
JOB No: EC6371
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Gardens Manager - Live Out - EC6184
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Gardens Manager to manage and develop beautiful estate gardens set within the heart of London, owned by the same family spanning 300 years. Historic garden squares and dynamic open spaces provide a relaxing and spacious retreat for residents and visitors in Chelsea.
The estate’s 93-acres span a vibrant neighbourhood renowned for its unique mix of cultural attractions, stunning homes, international flagship stores, independent boutiques and lively cafes, bars and restaurants. The variety across the gardens consists of lawns, tennis courts, richly planted beds and statuary. Unusual plants such as black bamboo, maples, magnolias and palms and also host an impressive selection of trees and exotic plants such as Brazilian pepper tree, a Chinaberry tree, an old Persian Ironwood Tree and mulberry trees, much of which stand in once was a Repton garden lost to the war.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Gardens Manager to create a lasting legacy developing and maintaining standards across 14 private garden squares as well as open and commercial high net worth spaces within the estate. The Gardens Manager will propose and implement weekly, monthly and annual programmes of work to include progressively raising standards with effective maintenance of all gardens and open spaces on the estate. The candidate will provide their horticultural expertise and will be expected to plan and budget for best value whilst achieving the objectives set out within the programmes of work. They will manage the administration of all garden task related operations, ensuring the professional maintenance of all digital tree, plant and financial records. Working closely with their direct manager and the gardens administration team, the successful candidate will make proposals where there is a need to consult outside of agreed authority. The role will also include the exciting opportunity to organise and implement a small number of successful garden events for charitable causes.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the direct management, safety, personal development and motivation of a garden team of four; one employee and three contractors. The Gardens Manager will also work closely with arboriculture specialists to oversee the delivery of the estate’s Tree Policy – both in terms of safety and sustainability. They will oversee the digital data collection (tree inspection programs and associated tree work), ensure compliance of all Health and Safety legislation and requirements in accordance with current Health and Safety at work and other relevant legislation. It is paramount that the Gardens Manager captures the health and safety inspections using a digital data collection system. Experience with digital data collection applications and programs is therefore required of all applicants for this role. The successful applicant would need to manage contractors to ensure value for money, adherence with the estate’s processes, and for health and safety.
The ideal candidate will be a qualified Horticulturalist with a minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience, supported by evidence of the innovative development and implementation of programs of work and long-term garden planning. They will have an eye for enhancing open spaces with attractive planting regimes. Good verbal communication skills and a positive attitude are essential, as is the ability to ensure customer satisfaction by acting as an ambassador for the estate.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, Gardens Manager who is confident to lead the development, maintenance and flair to maximise their beauty standing within this impressive garden community.
SALARY: Up to £50,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Chelsea, London
JOB No: EC6184
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