Horticulture Team Leader (Garden Landscapes)
Cambridge University Botanic Garden
£34-39.9k | Full-Time | Permanent
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Horticultural/Arboriculture Leader to join one of the world's most respected botanic institutions.
As Team Leader (Garden Landscapes), you will play a pivotal role in caring for and developing the Botanic Garden's historic and scientifically significant tree collection and surrounding landscapes. Reporting to the Head of Horticulture, you will lead a highly skilled and passionate team across trees, shrubs, machinery, and landscaped areas, helping to shape the long‑term future of one of the UK's most important living collections.
This is a rare chance to combine hands‑on horticulture, leadership, and long‑term landscape planning within a truly world‑class environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the management of the Garden's major tree collection and surrounding landscapes
* Oversee tree safety, surveys, planning, and succession planting
* Line manage Senior Horticulturists, an Arborist, Technicians, and trainees
* Work closely with the Head of Horticulture on staff development, training needs, and planning
* Deliver five‑year horticultural and landscape development plans
* Manage budgets, projects, and specialist equipment
* Maintain high‑quality plant records and collection audits
* Support public engagement, training programmes, and research access
What We're Looking For
* Degree‑level qualification in horticulture or arboriculture (or equivalent experience)
* Strong knowledge of trees, shrubs, and wider horticulture
* Proven leadership experience in a professional horticultural environment
* Experience managing teams, projects, and plant collections
* Sound knowledge of tree safety management
* Experience managing garden landscapes, including hard landscaping
* Confident in the use and maintenance of a wide range of horticultural and arboriculture machinery
* Proficient with databases, Microsoft Office, and online systems
* Passion for horticulture and tree management
* Excellent communication, organisation, and people skills
What's on Offer
* £33,951 - £39,906 salary
* 36 days annual leave including bank holidays
* Outstanding pension and benefits package
* The chance to join a friendly, expert team in a truly special working environment
* Long‑term career development and ongoing professional training
We look forward to welcoming a dedicated horticulturist to our team to help shape the future of a globally significant botanic landscape.
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