Landscaping Manager

John Lewis Partnership; Chilbolton; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retail and employee-owned partnership is seeking a Landscaping department leader at the Leckford Estate. This key role entails transforming the landscaping unit into a profitable business. Candidates should have leadership experience, strong commercial skills, and a passion for horticulture. The position offers a competitive salary between £33,500 and £51,000 per annum, along with opportunities for professional growth. Join a culture dedicated to innovation and exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in team leadership and development.
• A track record of driving sales and commercial success.
• A full, clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Maximise productivity for all tasks undertaken and delegated.
• Be proactive in driving the commercial performance of the landscaping team.
• Ensure customers are at the centre of all operational decisions.

Skills

Team Leadership experience

Project management skills

Practical experience of a landscaping business

Commercial and business acumen

Computer skills and attention to detail

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Hello, and thank you for your interest in leading the Landscaping department at the Leckford Estate.

This is a key leadership role where you will be tasked with transforming the department into a highly profitable and efficient business unit. We are looking for an inspiring manager who can combine commercial acumen with a passion for horticulture.

The ideal candidate will have :

• Extensive experience in team leadership and development
• A track record of driving sales and commercial success
• The flair and innovation to engage customers and deliver exceptional landscaping projects and customer serviceIn Addition to your contractual pay, any time worked between 22 : 00 - 06 : 00 will attract Night Premium at a rate of £4.50 per hour. This will also apply to existing Partners who have enrolled onto Enhanced Hours Premium arrangements.

At a glance :

Salary : £33,500.00 - £51,000.00 per annum based on skill and experience

Contract type : This is a permanent position

Hours and location of the role :

39 hours per week

The working location is Longstock Park, Leckford Estate, Hampshire

Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM

Key responsibilities :

Maximise productivity for all tasks undertaken and delegated, commercial benefits surpassing expected productivity measures where they exist

Be proactive in driving the commercial performance of the landscaping team, offering ideas for continuous improvement to the operational manager

Understand the role of stock management, invoicing and contract processes, as every individual has responsibility for our commercial success

Ensure Partners undertake the required due diligence (HSE, H&S, IOSH) to comply with all relevant operational procedures at all times, bringing any areas of concern / recommendations to the managers attention with a planned course of action

Ensure customers are at the centre of all operational decisions, leading Partners as a role model in outstanding customer service

Ensure Designs are delivered with clear plans that delight and inspire, while fully adhering to the customer brief

Work with Partners to ensure they are fully supported, delivering clear objectives and goals on a daily basis

Develop Partners knowledge of IT systems and internal financial procedures

Promote democracy within the Landscaping team; highlight and support the role of Local Voice / Forum meetings and encourage Partners to share and respect others opinions

Essential skills and / or experience you’ll need :

Team Leadership experience

Practical experience of a landscaping business or similar

Project management skills

Computer skill and attention to detail

Proven commercial and business acumen

A full, clean driving licence

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Closing Date :

December 21, 2025

Pay:

£33,500.00 - £51,000.00 Annual

Contract Type : Permanent

Hours of Work : Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM

Job Level : Partnership Level 8

Where You'll Be Working : Leckford Estate, Leckford Estate Office, Leckford, Hampshire, SO20 6DA

ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP

We’re the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We’re not just employees, we’re Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us.

We’re ruthlessly focused on being brilliant at retail. We continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never Knowingly Undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and passionately serving food-lovers in Waitrose.

As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect.

We all own making the Partnership somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we’re free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective.

As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it.

Important points to note :

It’s important to note that some of our roles are subject to pre‑employment vetting (which may include DBS checks for successful candidates). If required, you’ll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process and we encourage you to complete any vetting documents quickly to avoid delays. Any DBS checks required will be carried out by a third‑party registered body and financial probity checks may also be required for some of our roles.

We also recommend that you apply as soon as possible as vacancies can close early if we see a high number of applicants.

We want all of our Partners to have a good work‑life balance and we support flexible working. This might mean flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or shorter hour contracts, where possible. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview.