Chief Horticulture Officer

Horticulture Jobs; Santon; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shuttleworth Botanic Garden invites a dynamic Head of Horticulture to lead horticulture and conservation across its growing landscape projects in the Isle of Man. You will guide collections, education partnerships and international collaboration while building a high‑performing team.

With a Master’s degree or PhD in horticulture or ecology and 8+ years in the field, including 5+ years in management, you will shape strategic objectives, budgets and the garden’s Living Collection Policy in a

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MSc) or PhD in horticulture, ecology or closely related field.
• At least eight years in horticulture or related role.
• Minimum five years of management experience in public gardens or similar.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for horticulture, conservation and living collection programs.
• Lead budget management and departmental planning.
• Build partnerships with local and international collaborators and external bodies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budgeting

People management

Partnership development

Horticulture expertise

Education

Master’s degree (MSc) or PhD in horticulture, ecology or closely related field

Job description

The Shuttleworth Botanic Garden invites a dynamic Head of Horticulture to lead horticulture and conservation across its growing landscape projects in the Isle of Man. You will guide collections, education partnerships and international collaboration while building a high‑performing team.

With a Master’s degree or PhD in horticulture or ecology and 8+ years in the field, including 5+ years in management, you will shape strategic objectives, budgets and the garden’s Living Collection Policy in a