Head Gardener — Lead Luxurious Grounds & Design

Foxhills Collection; Ottershaw; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Country Club Membership

Staff dining discounts

Free on-site parking

Company pension scheme

Anniversary stay

Job summary

Foxhills Collection in Ottershaw, United Kingdom, is seeking a seasoned Head Gardener to lead our gardening team and oversee grounds management. The role focuses on delivering outstanding landscape care and ensuring our grounds reflect the property’s luxurious standard.

You will plan seasonal lawn care, supervise staff, manage budgets, and collaborate with departments to ensure the highest possible standards of presentation for guests and visitors.

Qualifications

• Must have minimum RHS Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture.
• Experience in supervisory role and managing large-scale gardening projects.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• In-depth knowledge of plants, shrubs and trees.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage gardening team in the maintenance and enhancement of the grounds.
• Implement seasonal lawn care plans.
• Perform monthly woodland checks and any reactive works needed.
• Develop and implement garden design plans, ensuring aesthetically pleasing, sustainable outcomes reflective of the property's vision.
• Monitor plant health and implement pest and disease control measures as needed.
• Oversee operation and maintenance of gardening equipment, ensuring safe use.
• Manage gardening budget, including purchasing plants, tools, and supplies within budget.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet guest and visitor needs.
• Liaise with other departments to minimize disruption to members.
• Take a proactive approach whilst reacting to department and member needs.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Plant Knowledge

Project Management

Organisational Skills

Education

RHS Level 2 Amenity Horticulture

Job description

Foxhills Collection in Ottershaw, United Kingdom, is seeking a seasoned Head Gardener to lead our gardening team and oversee grounds management. The role focuses on delivering outstanding landscape care and ensuring our grounds reflect the property’s luxurious standard.

You will plan seasonal lawn care, supervise staff, manage budgets, and collaborate with departments to ensure the highest possible standards of presentation for guests and visitors.