Head Gardener

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Gardener to join our team at the Balearics private estate. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development, maintenance, and progress of the Estate gardens, including formal gardens, orchards, wild gardens, forestry, and productive olive groves.

The ideal candidate will have a recognised qualification in horticulture and excellent communication skills. They will be able to provide leadership, mentoring, and support to the Garden team and work well within a small team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understanding and contributing to the master plan of the gardens
• Designing and maintaining accurate garden plans
• Organising and managing the operations of the gardens and its team and equipment
• Lawn care, weed management, and annual maintenance
• Working with the owner on new garden design and planning

Requirements:

• Relevant horticulture qualifications (NCH, HND, OND, City & Guilds etc.)
• Excellent horticultural knowledge
• Technical machinery and servicing knowledge
• Excellent proven people management skills
• Methodical planning
• Confident communication skills
• Keen eye for detail
• Proactive and flexible approach to work
• Willing to take responsibility and ownership for tasks

Benefits:

• Salary based on experience (£30k to £35k)
• Single person live-in accommodation on the estate
• Car