Head Landscape Operative - Gardener

LEK Technology Group, LLC; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Head Landscape Operative - Gardener to lead the maintenance of Elvaston Castle's gardens in Derby. This role combines heritage horticulture and visitor engagement, offering a unique opportunity to enhance a nationally significant landscape. Ideal candidates will have strong horticultural experience, leadership skills, and a passion for biodiversity.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Support Framework

Training and Development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Benefit discounts through Derbyshire Rewards

Qualifications

• Strong horticultural experience and leadership skills.
• Ability to plan, supervise, and inspire a team.
• Understanding of heritage, biodiversity, and public access.

Responsibilities

• Lead the gardening team and manage seasonal work plans.
• Enhance and maintain the gardens of Elvaston Castle.
• Engage with local communities and stakeholders.

Skills

Horticultural experience

Leadership Skills

Planning

Community Engagement

Job description

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Head Gardener Bring History to Life Through Horticulture

Do you dream of leading a team in one of Derbyshires most iconic landscapes?

Were looking for a skilled and passionate?Head Gardener?to take the lead in maintaining and enhancing the Grade II listed gardens and grounds of?Elvaston Castle Country Park. This is a rare opportunity to combine heritage horticulture, biodiversity, and visitor experience in a role thats as rewarding as it is beautiful.

Youll manage a dedicated gardening team, shape seasonal work plans, and bring the parks historic gardens to life for thousands of visitors each year. From planting schemes and conservation to community engagement and eventsyoull be at the heart of a living landscape.

What makes this role special?

• Youll lead the care of a nationally significant heritage garden
• Youll work closely with the Elvaston Castle and Gardens Trust, local communities and stakeholders
• Youll blend traditional horticulture with modern sustainability and visitor engagement
• Youll help shape the future of one of Derbyshires most loved green spaces
  
  

Were Looking For Someone Who

• Has strong horticultural experience and leadership skills
• Can plan, supervise, and inspire a team of gardeners and volunteers
• Understands the value of heritage, biodiversity, and public access
• Is ready to roll up their sleeves and make a visible difference
  
  

Whether youve worked in historic gardens, public parks, or private estatesif youve got the passion and the know-how, wed love to hear from you.

Want to chat about the role?

Drop me an email to Peter Hogg (contact details on website)Id be happy to tell you more.

Ready to apply?

Please read the job and person profile to help you complete your application. Please detail how you meet the skills and experience we are looking for.

We believe that hard work and commitment should be rewarded, and we offer:

• Generous Annual Leave Scheme (25 days increasing to 30 days after 5 years service):Ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Local Government Pension Scheme:Providing financial security.
• Wellbeing Support Framework:Includes OH physician services, fast track physiotherapy and confidential psychological support services.
• Training and Development:Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Cycle to Work Scheme:Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards:a package of benefits and discounts.
• & much more
  
  

Closing Date:Sunday 6 July 2025

Provisional Interview Date:Week Commencing 14 July 2025

We really look forward to hearing from you!

CSJS

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Horticulture

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