About us
Part of Iconic Hotels and Resorts, The Lensbury is located on the Banks of the River Thames at Teddington and is home to an exclusive leisure club, a 155 bedroom hotel, meeting and events space, restaurant and bar, Spa and 25 acres of gardens and grounds.
The Role
As Grounds & Gardens Manager, you will ensure our grounds are presented to the highest standard all year round, while delivering a safe, sustainable, and inspiring environment for members, hotel guests, elite sports teams, and event visitors.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, motivate, and develop a grounds and gardens team, ensuring high standards of presentation and safety.
Plan and manage work schedules to meet seasonal, operational, and event-driven requirements.
Deliver top-class turf quality suitable for elite sport and high-performance training
Oversee preparation for sporting sessions, including line marking, surface conditioning, and safety checks.
Manage mowing, scarifying, aeration, irrigation, nutrition, drainage, and renovation programmes.
Monitor turf health using modern techniques (soil testing, moisture levels, performance benchmarks).
Manage the maintenance and performance of elite sports turf, including pitches and training surfaces
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including health & safety, machinery operation, and chemical use.
Manage grounds budgets, procurement, contractor relationships, and asset inventories.
Work collaboratively with hotel operations teams to ensure grounds align with brand and guest expectations.
Promote sustainable grounds practices, including responsible water use, waste reduction, and eco-friendly planting.
Champion biodiversity initiatives, wildlife habitats, and nature-positive enhancements.
Benefits
Free meal every shift including unlimited hot and cold drinks in the on-site canteen
Discounts at The Lensbury and across some L+R hotels worldwide
Use of some leisure facilities, including gym & swimming pool (after successful 30 day review)
EAP for you and your family, including 24/7 helpline
Online benefits portal offering lots of discounts across some major brands
Fully funded Apprenticeship opportunities
Excellent training and development opportunities
Staff Awards and Social events throughout the year
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking
Refer a Friend programme
Paid annual leave of 28 days including public holidays
What we're looking for Were looking for someone who takes pride in creating inspiring outdoor environments and brings both technical expertise and leadership capability. The following are required: Extensive experience in grounds, estate, or horticultural management.
Strong knowledge of turf maintenance, sports pitch preparation, and grounds machinery.
Experience managing a team and overseeing contractors.
Practical horticultural skills, including planting, pruning,and soft landscaping.
Good understanding of health & safety, environmental compliance, and grounds maintenance standards.
Organised, proactive and able to plan workload effectively.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., Level 3/4 in Horticulture, Sports Turf, or similar)
PA1/PA2/PA6 spraying certifications
The Lensbury Club Londons Riverside Resort
The Lensburys exclusive leisure club, hotel and conference centre sits in extensive grounds on the banks of the Thames in Teddington, south west London.
Our members can take care of their wellness by working out in the Lockside gym and studios, playing tennis or pickleball on our courts, boating on the river launched from our specialist Watersports Centre, or relaxing in our extensive grounds. After catching up on emails in our co-working spaces, they can recharge with a coffee and light snack from our deli or something more substantial in our Club House restaurant.
Visitors to the area can enjoy an overnight stay in one of the elegant hotel bedrooms, with access to The Lensburys facilities, enhanced by the location and beautiful surroundings.
For business, The Lensbury provides a captivating backdrop away from the hustle and bustle of central London. Its an ideal setting for a whole host of business events, from meetings and conferences to team building and company away-days.
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