Garden Supervisor — Lead Horticulture & Team Growth
National Trust
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Job summary
Polesden Lacey in Dorking is seeking a knowledgeable Garden Supervisor to lead day-to-day horticultural operations, plan seasonal work, and drive development of one of the National Trust's flagship gardens. You will supervise gardeners, apprentices and volunteers, organise workloads, manage resources and support health and safety while delivering projects that enhance the garden for visitors and wildlife.
The role combines hands-on horticulture with leadership and project work in a welcoming
Qualifications
- Practical horticultural experience with a Level 3/4 qualification or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of garden management and conservation practices.
- Experience leading or developing staff and/or volunteers.
- Strong health and safety knowledge and risk management.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day horticultural operations across the garden.
- Plan and coordinate seasonal work programmes with the Garden & Outdoors Manager.
- Supervise, support and motivate gardeners, apprentices and volunteers.
- Organise workloads, manage resources and support compliance and safety.
- Lead projects to enhance the garden for visitors and wildlife.
Skills
Education
Job description
Polesden Lacey in Dorking is seeking a knowledgeable Garden Supervisor to lead day-to-day horticultural operations, plan seasonal work, and drive development of one of the National Trust's flagship gardens. You will supervise gardeners, apprentices and volunteers, organise workloads, manage resources and support health and safety while delivering projects that enhance the garden for visitors and wildlife.
The role combines hands-on horticulture with leadership and project work in a welcoming
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