The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to become a key part of the business and shape the future of our maintenance department. You will be responsible for developing and managing a portfolio of high‑end private garden clients, maintaining exceptional standards across all sites, and helping to grow the division into a successful and profitable part of the company.
Responsibilities
* Delivering high-quality garden maintenance services to premium residential clients
* Managing and maintaining gardens to the highest possible standard
* Identifying and securing new maintenance contracts
* Building long‑term relationships with clients
* Producing maintenance schedules and recommendations
* Recruiting, managing, and training future maintenance staff as the department grows
* Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to an exceptional standard
* Monitoring quality control across all maintenance projects
* Advising clients on planting, seasonal care, and garden improvements
* Working closely with our landscaping team to provide ongoing aftercare for completed projects
What We’re Looking For
* Strong horticultural knowledge and practical maintenance experience
* A genuine passion for gardens and outdoor spaces
* Excellent attention to detail
* Professional and personable manner with clients
* Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
* Experience managing teams or a desire to progress into management
* Commercial awareness and confidence in identifying business opportunities
* Full UK driving licence
* Relevant horticultural qualifications would be advantageous
The Right Person
The ideal candidate is someone who sees this as more than just a gardening job. You will take pride in creating beautifully maintained gardens and be excited by the opportunity to help build something special. You will care about quality, presentation, and customer experience as much as we do. You’ll be motivated, reliable, proactive, and keen to play a leading role in developing a premium maintenance service that reflects the standards AJT Landscaping is known for.
What We Offer
* Opportunity to lead and grow a new division within an established landscaping company
* Competitive salary and performance-related incentives
* High‑quality equipment and support
* Career progression opportunities
* A supportive and professional working environment
* The chance to work on some of the finest private gardens in Surrey and the surrounding counties
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