Head Grounds Lead — Organic Gardens & Guest Experience

The Pig Hotel Group; Brockenhurst; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff stays (free B&B)

Food and treatments discount

Annual leave up to 33 days

Take home goods at cost price

Help@Hand GP/counselling services

Learning & development courses

Job summary

THE PIG in Brockenhurst is seeking a Head Grounds Person to lead the maintenance and development of our gardens in the New Forest. This hands-on role oversees lawns, trees and borders, setting tone for standards while guiding a small team.

You’ll manage day-to-day operations, engage with guests, and contribute to seasonal tasks and special garden projects in a relaxed, natural setting.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a grounds/horticultural role, ideally in a hotel or estate.
• Strong knowledge of plant care, lawn maintenance, pruning and machinery use.
• PA1 & PA6 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all grounds maintenance including lawns, trees, borders and pathways.
• Plan and implement seasonal garden tasks and schedules.
• Maintain tools, machinery and irrigation systems in safe working order.
• Welcome guests and answer questions about the gardens.
• Carry out animal husbandry duties to increase livestock.
• Support event setups and garden-based projects.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Lawn care

Tree care

Machinery operation

People management

Guest interaction

Education

PA1/PA6 certification

Tools

Lawn machinery

Irrigation systems

Safety equipment

Job description

THE PIG in Brockenhurst is seeking a Head Grounds Person to lead the maintenance and development of our gardens in the New Forest. This hands-on role oversees lawns, trees and borders, setting tone for standards while guiding a small team.

You’ll manage day-to-day operations, engage with guests, and contribute to seasonal tasks and special garden projects in a relaxed, natural setting.