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Garden Maintenance Team Leader
Job Posted: 14 days ago
Salary: £ 34,000 - 38,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: West Horsley
Expire in: 14 days
Job Description
Garden Maintenance Team Leader
Location: London / Surrey
Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 per annum (DOE)
Join a Team Passionate About Exceptional Gardens
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Garden Maintenance Team Leader to join our dedicated gardening teams, maintaining a stunning portfolio of high-end gardens across Central London, Surrey, and the surrounding areas. These gardens demand meticulous attention to detail and the highest horticultural standards.
About You
You'll have a strong background in garden maintenance with proven experience in leading a team. Ideally, you'll also hold a relevant qualification in horticulture (e.g. RHS Level 1 or City & Guilds), although this is not essential. You will take pride in nurturing beautiful outdoor spaces, while confidently managing staff, liaising with clients, and upholding our standards of excellence.
Your Responsibilities
Team & Project Management
Lead a team of 2-3 gardeners delivering exceptional garden care
Liaise with clients, designers, and the Garden Aftercare Manager
Provide updates, raise concerns, suggest improvements
Support the development of aftercare programmes and schedules
Ensure effective use of time and team resources
Uphold and enforce Health & Safety standards
Horticultural Duties
Lawn care (mowing, feeding, etc.)
Maintenance of borders and containers
Pruning, trimming, and specialist plant care
Watering and irrigation system management
Application of chemical/biological pest control
Garden feature maintenance (fountains, ponds, etc.)
Soil testing and conditioning
Cleaning and maintaining hard landscaping surfaces
What You Bring
✅ Essential Skills & Experience
Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar team leader role
Excellent plant knowledge and horticultural understanding
Skilled in using horticultural equipment (mowers, trimmers, scarifiers, etc.)
Experience with irrigation systems and water feature care
Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills
Confident using IT for communication and scheduling
Full UK driving licence
⭐ Desirable Qualifications
PA1/PA6 spraying certificates
RHS/City & Guilds Level 1 or higher in Horticulture
Emergency First Aid at Work certification
Knowledge of Health & Safety protocols
Experience in biological pest control
What We Offer
Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm (with paid overtime)
️ 20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (+ up to 5 extra days after 5 years)
Birthday off as a paid holiday
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
Free uniform and PPE
Company bonus scheme
Company vehicle provided
The chance to work on prestigious Show GardensBefore You Apply
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