Erith, Kent DA18 4AA
Are you passionate about upskilling teams, creating impactful training programmes and sharing your technical expertise? Do you thrive on building connections with individuals and inspiring others to achieve excellence?
As a Horticultural Technical Lead, you’ll play a vital role in implementing strategic plans such as the Living in the Landscape strategy and the Biodiversity Action Plan, ensuring Thamesmead’s public realm and landscapes achieve exemplary standards. Acting as the bridge between strategic planning and operational delivery, you’ll provide technical expertise, deliver innovative training programs, and collaborate with various teams to meet ambitious environmental goals.
Your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of Thamesmead’s landscapes, providing opportunities to lead on biodiversity, sustainability, and innovation in horticultural practices while empowering teams to grow and excel.
Your typical day might include:
* Guiding teams on the implementation of the Estate Management Plan and biodiversity goals.
* Reviewing and developing landscape management plans to meet legal, ecological, and sustainability standards.
* Conducting research and data collection using GIS systems to monitor plant health, habitats, and biodiversity.
* Designing and delivering comprehensive training programs to upskill current and new team members.
* Collaborating with external stakeholders like London Wildlife Trust and Thames21 to maximize project outcomes.
* Supporting the planning and refurbishment of hard and soft landscape areas in line with zero-carbon ambitions.
What you’ll need:
* A relevant degree in horticulture or landscape disciplines, or equivalent experience.
* Knowledge of parks, water, and amenity horticulture management, with a strong understanding of sustainability practices.
* Experience in conducting training needs analysis and delivering training programs.
* The ability to connect with individuals, inspire teams, and foster collaboration.
* Solid understanding of survey, research, and data analysis techniques for horticultural sites.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills (e.g., Word, Outlook, Excel).
* A driving licence and a passion for delivering high-quality environmental services.
Professional membership in a recognised body, such as the Chartered Institute of Horticulture, is advantageous but not essential.
Why join us?
When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.
What we offer
* 30 days of annual holiday, plus bank holidays.
* Two paid volunteering days each year.
* A flexible benefits scheme, including family-friendly options and discounts.
* Life assurance of 4x your salary.
* Up to 10% pension contribution.
Closing date: 2nd November 2025 at midnight.
You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Peabody is not able to offer Visa sponsorship