Estate Head Gardener | Private Grounds & Ecology

Horticulture Jobs; Conwy; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equipment provided

Holiday entitlement: 28 days incl bank

Job summary

Benarth Hall, a Grade II listed estate on the North Wales coast, seeks a Head Gardener (or a capable Senior Gardener) to lead the gardens and wider estate. This hands-on role requires practical horticulturist with a passion for high standards, working with a small team and contractors when needed.

You will collaborate with the garden designer and owners, plan daily and seasonal work, maintain equipment safely, and help develop the garden within woodland surroundings.

Qualifications

• Horticultural Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Good plant knowledge and practical horticultural experience.
• Experience leading a small team.
• Impeccable communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and nurture a small team of two full-time staff.
• Plan daily and seasonal work programmes to ensure priorities are completed efficiently.
• Develop and maintain the garden in collaboration with the garden designer and owner.
• Develop and maintain equipment safety and proper use; engage contractors when required.

Skills

Horticultural Level 3

Leadership

Plant knowledge

Team management

Education

Horticultural Level 3 qualification

Job description

Benarth Hall, a Grade II listed estate on the North Wales coast, seeks a Head Gardener (or a capable Senior Gardener) to lead the gardens and wider estate. This hands-on role requires practical horticulturist with a passion for high standards, working with a small team and contractors when needed.

You will collaborate with the garden designer and owners, plan daily and seasonal work, maintain equipment safely, and help develop the garden within woodland surroundings.