Big Tree Gardeners has been maintaining residential and commercial gardens across South London for over a decade. We provide high-quality garden services to properties in Bromley, Chislehurst, Beckenham, West Wickham, Croydon and the surrounding area. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced Senior Gardener to join our team and help us maintain the high standards our clients have come to expect.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a Senior Gardener, you will play an important role in maintaining and enhancing a range of outdoor spaces – from small private gardens to larger commercial grounds. In addition to core gardening duties such as mowing, pruning, weeding, planting, and general plant care, you will:
* Supervise and support a small team of one to two gardeners, ensuring tasks are completed effectively and to a professional standard
* Provide on-site guidance, training, and motivation to junior team members
* Act as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs are met and service is delivered to a professional standard
* Assist with planning daily schedules and allocating tasks to ensure efficiency across sites
You'll work closely with our friendly and experienced team, visiting different sites across the week. Supporting positive customer relationships and helping to deliver great service with a personal touch.
CANDIDATE PROFILE:
We're looking for an experienced gardener with proven skills in plant care and garden maintenance who can also demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal abilities. The ideal candidate will have:
* Previous experience supervising or leading a small team
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan and delegate tasks effectively
* Excellent communication skills, with confidence when interacting with clients
* A practical, hands-on approach combined with the ability to guide and support others
* Reliability, punctuality, and a commitment to delivering consistently excellent results
WHY WORK WITH US:
If you care about delivering quality work and enjoy working in great gardens with good people, here's what you can look forward to:
* Work across a range of well-kept, high-end gardens that showcase your skills and attention to detail
* We have some fantastic customers who appreciate the care and attention we bring to their gardens
* Engage with a varied range of gardens, each offering unique opportunities to expand your horticultural expertise
* Build your knowledge of modern gardening practices and part of a company that does things properly
* Be a part of a team where everyone gets along well. We take our work seriously but maintain an enjoyable atmosphere
REQUIREMENTS:
* Minimum 3–4 years professional gardening experience
* Excellent plant knowledge
* Previous team leadership or supervisory experience preferred
* Driving licence
HOURS & HOLIDAYS:
* Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
* No weekend work
* 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
* Mandatory time off over Christmas period
WORK LOCATION:
* Residential and commercial gardens in South London
KEYWORDS:
* gardener, gardening, grounds maintenance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company car
* Company pension
Application question(s):
* * Do you have at least three years' professional gardening experience and good horticultural knowledge?
* Do you have a valid driving licence?
Work Location: In person