Garden & Outdoors Manager Professional
Sep 13th, 2022 at 08:41 Jobs UckfieldLanguage | English | Closes/Deadline |
25 Sep 2022
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Hours
| Full Time | Contact type | Permanent |
Salary | £35,022 - £44,733
| Job level |
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Recruiter | NATIONAL TRUST
| Recruiter Type | Direct Employer |
Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Garden and Outdoors Manager to lead our team, looking after our Grade 1 listed landscape. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you’ll be in charge of the daily management and development of the garden, the parkland and the wider estate.
Sheffield Park and Garden welcomes in excess of 300,000 visitors annually to the garden and tens of thousands more to our surrounding countryside and woodlands.
Salary: £35,022 - £44,733 depending on experience
Interview date: 3rd October 2022
Hours: This is a full-time position requiring weekend, bank holiday and occasional evening work.
Internal secondments will be considered.
What it's like to work here
Widely regarded as a horticultural masterpiece, the elegant landscaped garden is alive with colour and wildlife. Four lakes, hundreds of acres of parkland and woodland and gorgeous views make this picturesque location to work in.
Family-friendly events are a key part of the visitor experience at Sheffield Park, and welcome people with plenty of shared ideas and energy to join us. This is a great opportunity to become part of a supportive and close-knit team in a place you’ll love working.
What you'll be doing
Your role will include:
- Leading a team of 7 gardeners, an apprentice and a Ranger
- Delivering project plans and implementing the work program to the highest horticultural standards
- Leading on conservation, woodland and land management
- Managing risk and compliance
- Delivering exceptional experiences for our visitors and supporters
Who we're looking for
We're looking for someone who has:
- Experience of land and access management
- Experience of horticulture and management
- Effective leadership and communication skills
- Excellent planning and people management skills
- Ability to manage budgets, finances, compliance and small projects
- Knowledge of conservation of historic landscapes
- Experience of organising garden and outdoor activities
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Posters Information:
Name:NATIONAL TRUST
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