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Head Gardener - Wiltshire - £45,000 – £50,000 + BenefitsAgricultural Recruitment Specialists • Wiltshire, South West, UK
Head Gardener - Wiltshire - £45,000 – £50,000 + Benefits
Agricultural Recruitment Specialists • Wiltshire, South West, UK
30+ days ago
Salary
£45,000.00 yearly
Job type
- Full-time
Job description
Head Gardener
Head Gardener - Wiltshire - £45,000 – £50,000 + Benefits
The Job:
A opportunity has arisen for an exceptional horticulturist to lead and shape the gardens and landscape of a distinguished private estate in Wiltshire. We are seeking an experienced Head Gardener with the vision, technical expertise, and leadership skills to oversee the continued development and maintenance of a diverse and ambitious estate landscape. This is a hands-on role that combines strategic planning with practical horticulture, offering the opportunity to make a lasting impact within a unique and highly regarded estate environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the estate's gardens and ornamental grounds, ensuring they are maintained to the highest standards while contributing to their future evolution and enhancement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the management, maintenance, and ongoing development of the estate's gardens, landscaped areas, and wider grounds
- Inspire, supervise, and develop the gardening team, fostering a culture of excellence and professionalism
- Create and implement annual and long-term horticultural plans
- Oversee planting schemes, plant collections, seasonal displays, and landscape improvement projects
- Manage budgets, procurement, machinery, and specialist contractors
- Ensure best practice in plant health, soil management, sustainability, and environmental stewardship
- Work closely with the estate management team to deliver the estate's long-term vision
The Candidate:
- Significant experience in a senior horticultural position, ideally within a private estate, historic garden, country house or similarly prestigious environment
- Outstanding plant knowledge and a genuine passion for horticultural excellence
- Proven experience leading and motivating teams
- Strong organisational, planning and project management abilities
- Practical experience across ornamental gardening, landscape maintenance and garden restoration or development projects
- Relevant horticultural qualifications (RHS Level 3, Level 4, Degree, or equivalent) are highly desirable
- A proactive, self motivated approach with exceptional attention to detail
- Full UK driving licence
The Package:
- Salary of £45,000 – £50,000 DOE
- Benefits package will be offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Please email your CV to James Caspersen, Recruitment Delivery Consultant at JCaspersen@agriRS.co.uk.
Candidate Requirements
All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
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Keep up to date with the latest opportunities from Agricultural Recruitment Specialists by registering at www.agriRS.com and following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X.
About Agricultural Recruitment Specialists
Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is a market-leading, specialist recruitment partner connecting top talent with leading organisations across the agriculture, farming, food and fresh produce, horticulture, environmental, and rural sectors.
Why Work With Us?
With deep industry knowledge and an extensive global network, we are uniquely positioned to connect high-calibre professionals with forward-thinking organisations. Our consultative approach ensures we deliver not just candidates, but long-term value.
Get in Touch
Visit www.agriRS.com or speak to our specialist team on +44 (0)1905 345 155 to find out more.
Connecting outstanding talent with leading organisations worldwide.
Head Gardener - Wiltshire - £45,000 – £50,000 + Benefits
The Job:
A opportunity has arisen for an exceptional horticulturist to lead and shape the gardens and landscape of a distinguished private estate in Wiltshire. We are seeking an experienced Head Gardener with the vision, technical expertise, and leadership skills to oversee the continued development and maintenance of a diverse and ambitious estate landscape. This is a hands-on role that combines strategic planning with practical horticulture, offering the opportunity to make a lasting impact within a unique and highly regarded estate environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the estate's gardens and ornamental grounds, ensuring they are maintained to the highest standards while contributing to their future evolution and enhancement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the management, maintenance, and ongoing development of the estate's gardens, landscaped areas, and wider grounds
- Inspire, supervise, and develop the gardening team, fostering a culture of excellence and professionalism
- Create and implement annual and long-term horticultural plans
- Oversee planting schemes, plant collections, seasonal displays, and landscape improvement projects
- Manage budgets, procurement, machinery, and specialist contractors
- Ensure best practice in plant health, soil management, sustainability, and environmental stewardship
- Work closely with the estate management team to deliver the estate's long-term vision
The Candidate:
- Significant experience in a senior horticultural position, ideally within a private estate, historic garden, country house or similarly prestigious environment
- Outstanding plant knowledge and a genuine passion for horticultural excellence
- Proven experience leading and motivating teams
- Strong organisational, planning and project management abilities
- Practical experience across ornamental gardening, landscape maintenance and garden restoration or development projects
- Relevant horticultural qualifications (RHS Level 3, Level 4, Degree, or equivalent) are highly desirable
- A proactive, self motivated approach with exceptional attention to detail
- Full UK driving licence
The Package:
- Salary of £45,000 – £50,000 DOE
- Benefits package will be offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Please email your CV to James Caspersen, Recruitment Delivery Consultant at JCaspersen@agriRS.co.uk.
Candidate Requirements
All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.
Stay Connected
Keep up to date with the latest opportunities from Agricultural Recruitment Specialists by registering at www.agriRS.com and following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X.
About Agricultural Recruitment Specialists
Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is a market-leading, specialist recruitment partner connecting top talent with leading organisations across the agriculture, farming, food and fresh produce, horticulture, environmental, and rural sectors.
Why Work With Us?
With deep industry knowledge and an extensive global network, we are uniquely positioned to connect high-calibre professionals with forward-thinking organisations. Our consultative approach ensures we deliver not just candidates, but long-term value.
Get in Touch
Visit www.agriRS.com or speak to our specialist team on +44 (0)1905 345 155 to find out more.
Connecting outstanding talent with leading organisations worldwide.
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