Head Gardener
Leathermarket JMB are looking for an experienced and skilled Head Gardener to plan and manage gardening activities on our estates, overseeing the work of a small gardening team and contributing to the ongoing development of our green spaces by working with stakeholders to identify sustainable projects for grant funding.
The JMB is a tenant-managed housing organisation based in the vibrant community of Bermondsey, managing 1,600 properties on behalf of Southwark Council. Our patch is located between London Bridge and Tower Bridge, with all estates within easy walking distance of our friendly and welcoming office. You’ll be supported by our Estates Upkeep Manager and benefit from an excellent salary and good range of benefits.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Strong understanding of horticultural practice
- A commitment to excellence
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of people
- A collaborative approach
Previous supervisory experience is desirable.
To apply for this position and to find more information including the full job description and person specification, please visit our website www.leathermarketJMB.org.uk
Please note that job offers will be subject to the JMB receiving satisfactory evidence of the successful applicant’s right to work in the UK.
Closing date for application: Friday 29th September 10am
We reserve the right to remove this advert, should we received sufficient amounts of candidates, so we encourage applicants to apply at their earliest convenience.
Terms and conditions:
Salary: £32,418 – £33,510 per annum
Hours: Full time 36 hours per week (Monday to Friday plus occasional weekend work)
Annual Leave: 27 days per year plus bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years service
Benefits: Generous pension, Season Ticket Loan, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme.
This private advert is being managed directly by the employer. English Country Gardeners are not involved in the hiring process and are therefore unable to share any additional information on this role. If you have any questions regarding this position, the best course of action is to apply for the job which will open a line of communication with the employer.
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