Head Gardener
| Posting date: | 14 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,000 to £30,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 August 2025 |
| Location: | HG3 3PJ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Meads Trust Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
ABOUT US
An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen for someone to be Head Gardener at Hob Green Estate’s 2.5-acre Victorian gardens and a further Victorian woodland walk. This is a very unique role for anyone looking to further their career and have an impact on a new, up-and-coming garden. We are hoping to open the gardens in 2026, and with the surrounding estate, woodlands and holiday cottages we are keen to become a memorable destination in North Yorkshire. This is a full-time, long-term position that will give the successful applicant the freedom to collaborate with us to develop the gardens further. You would be joining our fantastic team and we would be open to any new ideas and projects, regarding management and development of the gardens. We believe this to be a once in a lifetime opportunity for our perfect candidate - you’d become a big part of something really special.
Our family is passionate about Hob Green Gardens, which have been thoroughly redeveloped and replanted in the last ten years. By joining us, you’d be a part of a close-knit and unique team with intriguing future plans. Due to the fact that we are hoping to open the gardens to the public in 2026 we will need our Head Gardener to be forward-facing and comfortable talking to visitors and guests. The Head Gardener will play a key role in ensuring the garden is presented at its finest for these occasions. A person who has genuine enthusiasm, strong communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and a willingness to lead by example would enjoy this opportunity.
This exciting job position would be great for someone looking to work in a beautiful part of the country and join our community, making this leading role a way of life. We are really looking forward to your applications and meeting some excellent candidates. This is a very exciting step for us, so we hope you can feel our enthusiasm. Please have a look at our website - https://hobgreenestate.co.uk/
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking an experienced, hard-working gardener to have responsibility for the day-to-day management of the gardens. Suitable applicants will ideally possess a recognised horticultural qualification, PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates, as well as extensive experience in horticulturally diverse gardens in a similar private setting. As such, excellent plant knowledge and technical skills are essential for this position, as is propagation. Rejuvenating and replanting are needed in some beds. Experience in compost management and lawn care. A self-motivated, organised individual with a self-start attitude and proven track record of managing gardens of this nature, with a strong work ethic, ability to work to their own initiative, and willingness to work to consistently high standards are qualities which are essential for this role. Candidates will be flexible and willing to extend their duties where needed. As such, this is a physically demanding hands-on position, which requires a fit and strong individual who is comfortable working in all weathers. A successful candidate will be required to work with and manage our groundsman and a small team of volunteers, plus external contractors as needed. They will be responsible for Health & Safety in the garden and ensuring that everyone is following the correct practices. Experience in the use and maintenance of a wide range of gardening machinery, which ideally the gardener should be capable of maintaining between services.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage planting, pruning and watering
Maintain high standards of garden presentation at all times
Maintain gardens beds, borders, trees – weeding, the use of Strulch, mulch and fertilisers
Be an ambassador for Hob Green Estate and provide excellent customer service when interacting with visitors
Identify pest diseases through regular inspection
Operate garden machinery and tools safely – tractors, mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters, chainsaw
Upkeep of areas next to the holiday cottages
Regular upkeep of formal ponds
Hedge cutting in winter
Clear leaves, raking, compost
Cutting back
Dividing, replanting and new planting.
Jet washing
Weeding and spraying gravel paths
Woodland maintenance
Adhere to health and safety regulations
Supervise volunteers and offer guidance, potential work placements
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
Demonstrable in-depth knowledge of horticulture
RHS level 3 or equivalent (will consider RHS 2)
Experience and certification with a range of garden machinery
PA 1/6 spraying certificate
Knowledge of health and safety requirements
Experience of supervising volunteers
Ability to manage time efficiently, prioritise workload
Physical stamina and strength will be needed to perform manual labour in all weather conditions
Ability to follow instructions but also take initiative
Excellent communication skills and teamwork skills
Full drivers license is essential due to the location of the estate
Not exhaustive - additional duties may be assigned as needed
ATTRIBUTES
Hardworking, reliable and a practical mindset
Easy manner with colleagues, guests and visitors
Strong attention to detail
A passion for horticuture
Good team player
Good communication skills
Sense of humour
Flexible approach to work
Enthusiastic and self-motivated
Can see the bigger picture
BENEFITS
Safety wear provided
Estate uniform provided (coat, fleece and polo shirts)
Company pension - 3%
Free on site parking
EV charging available
Free access to garden for family members by agreement
Whilst we know this is an exhaustive list we are happy to compromise in areas if we feel the candidate is a good fit, willing to learn and shows enterprise.
An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen for someone to be Head Gardener at Hob Green Estate’s 2.5-acre Victorian gardens and a further Victorian woodland walk. This is a very unique role for anyone looking to further their career and have an impact on a new, up-and-coming garden. We are hoping to open the gardens in 2026, and with the surrounding estate, woodlands and holiday cottages we are keen to become a memorable destination in North Yorkshire. This is a full-time, long-term position that will give the successful applicant the freedom to collaborate with us to develop the gardens further. You would be joining our fantastic team and we would be open to any new ideas and projects, regarding management and development of the gardens. We believe this to be a once in a lifetime opportunity for our perfect candidate - you’d become a big part of something really special.
Our family is passionate about Hob Green Gardens, which have been thoroughly redeveloped and replanted in the last ten years. By joining us, you’d be a part of a close-knit and unique team with intriguing future plans. Due to the fact that we are hoping to open the gardens to the public in 2026 we will need our Head Gardener to be forward-facing and comfortable talking to visitors and guests. The Head Gardener will play a key role in ensuring the garden is presented at its finest for these occasions. A person who has genuine enthusiasm, strong communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and a willingness to lead by example would enjoy this opportunity.
This exciting job position would be great for someone looking to work in a beautiful part of the country and join our community, making this leading role a way of life. We are really looking forward to your applications and meeting some excellent candidates. This is a very exciting step for us, so we hope you can feel our enthusiasm. Please have a look at our website - https://hobgreenestate.co.uk/
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking an experienced, hard-working gardener to have responsibility for the day-to-day management of the gardens. Suitable applicants will ideally possess a recognised horticultural qualification, PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates, as well as extensive experience in horticulturally diverse gardens in a similar private setting. As such, excellent plant knowledge and technical skills are essential for this position, as is propagation. Rejuvenating and replanting are needed in some beds. Experience in compost management and lawn care. A self-motivated, organised individual with a self-start attitude and proven track record of managing gardens of this nature, with a strong work ethic, ability to work to their own initiative, and willingness to work to consistently high standards are qualities which are essential for this role. Candidates will be flexible and willing to extend their duties where needed. As such, this is a physically demanding hands-on position, which requires a fit and strong individual who is comfortable working in all weathers. A successful candidate will be required to work with and manage our groundsman and a small team of volunteers, plus external contractors as needed. They will be responsible for Health & Safety in the garden and ensuring that everyone is following the correct practices. Experience in the use and maintenance of a wide range of gardening machinery, which ideally the gardener should be capable of maintaining between services.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage planting, pruning and watering
Maintain high standards of garden presentation at all times
Maintain gardens beds, borders, trees – weeding, the use of Strulch, mulch and fertilisers
Be an ambassador for Hob Green Estate and provide excellent customer service when interacting with visitors
Identify pest diseases through regular inspection
Operate garden machinery and tools safely – tractors, mowers, strimmers, hedge cutters, chainsaw
Upkeep of areas next to the holiday cottages
Regular upkeep of formal ponds
Hedge cutting in winter
Clear leaves, raking, compost
Cutting back
Dividing, replanting and new planting.
Jet washing
Weeding and spraying gravel paths
Woodland maintenance
Adhere to health and safety regulations
Supervise volunteers and offer guidance, potential work placements
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
Demonstrable in-depth knowledge of horticulture
RHS level 3 or equivalent (will consider RHS 2)
Experience and certification with a range of garden machinery
PA 1/6 spraying certificate
Knowledge of health and safety requirements
Experience of supervising volunteers
Ability to manage time efficiently, prioritise workload
Physical stamina and strength will be needed to perform manual labour in all weather conditions
Ability to follow instructions but also take initiative
Excellent communication skills and teamwork skills
Full drivers license is essential due to the location of the estate
Not exhaustive - additional duties may be assigned as needed
ATTRIBUTES
Hardworking, reliable and a practical mindset
Easy manner with colleagues, guests and visitors
Strong attention to detail
A passion for horticuture
Good team player
Good communication skills
Sense of humour
Flexible approach to work
Enthusiastic and self-motivated
Can see the bigger picture
BENEFITS
Safety wear provided
Estate uniform provided (coat, fleece and polo shirts)
Company pension - 3%
Free on site parking
EV charging available
Free access to garden for family members by agreement
Whilst we know this is an exhaustive list we are happy to compromise in areas if we feel the candidate is a good fit, willing to learn and shows enterprise.