Gardener Team Leader

HL Services (London) Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading horticultural service provider is seeking a Gardener Team Leader to supervise and motivate a team across Kent & South London. You will oversee horticultural tasks, manage projects, and maintain high standards. Candidates should have RHS Level 2 in Horticulture, a strong background in horticulture, and a full UK driving licence. This full-time role offers a salary of £29,000 - £30,172 per annum and generous benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Use of a work van

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work schemes

Qualifications

• Strong background in horticulture or grounds maintenance.
• Experience leading or supervising a team.
• Full UK manual driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead horticultural tasks like planting and pruning.
• Supervise and develop a team of gardeners.
• Oversee larger projects and manage contractors.

Skills

Horticulture

Team leadership

Health & safety practices

Basic IT skills

Education

RHS Level 2 in Horticulture (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Gardener Team Leader (Mobile) – Location: Mobile, covering Kent & South London. Permanent contract. Salary: £29,000 - £30,172 per annum (dependent on experience). Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example with day-to-day horticultural tasks such as planting, pruning, and seasonal care across cemeteries and plots.
• Supervise and develop a team of gardeners, including providing training, setting clear objectives, and motivating the team with a passion for horticulture.
• Oversee larger projects and manage contractors to ensure work meets required standards.
• Maintain sites to high horticultural standards with a focus on sustainability and biodiversity.

Qualifications

• RHS Level 2 in Horticulture (or equivalent).
• Strong background in horticulture or grounds maintenance.
• Experience leading or supervising a team.
• Knowledge of health & safety practices.
• Basic IT skills and confidence with digital tools.
• Full UK manual driving licence (essential).

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with length of service; public holidays + paid Christmas–New Year break.
• Use of a work van, PPE, uniform, and high-quality tools.
• Generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
• Life Assurance & Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work & Electric Vehicle schemes.