Garden Maintenance Team Leader

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 Gardens