Head Gardener / Site Manager (AA / GMM / RG)

PPM Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Head Gardener / Site Manager to manage a prestigious site in Winnersh. In this role, you will oversee a team of four gardeners, ensuring all grounds and gardens are maintained to the highest horticultural standards. The ideal candidate possesses NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture and has strong practical gardening and management skills. This opportunity offers a salary of up to £40,000.

Qualifications

• Proven management or supervisory experience.
• Strong practical gardening and grounds maintenance skills.
• Ability to lead a team and maintain exceptional site standards.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of a team of 4 grounds / garden operatives.
• Planning and allocating work across the site.
• Ensuring high standards of horticultural care, presentation, and maintenance.

Skills

Proven management or supervisory experience

Strong practical gardening and grounds maintenance skills

Good communication and organisational abilities

Education

Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture

Job description

Head Gardener / Site Manager - Winnersh (RG41)

40 hours per week - 6 : 30am to 3 : 00pm (30-minute unpaid lunch)

We are recruiting for an experienced Head Gardener / Site Manager to oversee the grounds of a large, prestigious site in Winnersh. You will manage a team of four gardeners , ensuring all grounds and gardens are maintained to the highest horticultural standards .

Key Responsibilities :

Day-to-day management of a team of 4 grounds / garden operatives

Planning and allocating work across the site

Ensuring high standards of horticultural care, presentation, and maintenance

Hands-on gardening including mowing, pruning, planting, hedge cutting, strimming, seasonal work, and general upkeep

Monitoring quality, health & safety, and productivity on site

Liaising with clients, reporting progress, and managing site expectations

Requirements :

Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture (or equivalent)

Proven management or supervisory experience

Strong practical gardening and grounds maintenance skills

Ability to lead a team and maintain exceptional site standards

Good communication and organisational abilities

Salary :

Up to £40,000 (target range £37,000-£40,000 , depending on experience)

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile site and lead a dedicated gardening team.

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