We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Horticulturist / Specialist Gardener to join a growing private estate in Kent undergoing significant landscaping and garden development. This is a rare opportunity for someone who genuinely loves plants, gardens and estate presentation to help shape and maintain an ambitious long-term vision. The estate includes formal gardens, woodland, ponds and future Mediterranean-inspired landscaping alongside the development of a luxury equestrian facility. We are looking for someone with a strong horticultural eye who can help curate and maintain gardens of exceptional quality and beauty. Responsibilities • Planting design and implementation • Seasonal planting and garden management • Maintaining formal gardens and borders • Care of specimen plants and trees • Mediterranean and structured garden planting • Irrigation management • Greenhouse/orangery care • Lawn and topiary presentation • Supporting pond and water feature planting • Assisting with estate-wide landscaping projects • Maintaining immaculate presentation standards across the property The Ideal Candidate You will: • Have strong horticultural knowledge and practical experience • Be genuinely passionate about plants and gardens • Have an excellent eye for detail and presentation • Take pride in producing high-end finishes • Be proactive, organised and hands-on • Enjoy working within a family estate environment • Be comfortable around animals and children • Have experience with luxury/private gardens, estates or high-end landscaping projects Knowledge of tropical and Mediterranean planting, formal estate gardens, irrigation systems, specimen planting and water gardens would be highly advantageous.