Gardens and Parks Specialist

7 days ago


Altrincham, Trafford, United Kingdom National Trust Full time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced horticulture professional to join our consultancy team and help us maximize the potential of our gardens and parklands.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide guidance for our gardens, property, and consultancy teams across a portfolio of properties.
  • Mentor and train garden teams, sharing knowledge and expertise on all aspects of horticulture and garden management.
  • Work closely with curators, visitor experience, and outdoor teams to ensure great access, visitor enjoyment, and conservation.
  • Support project teams in design and planning phases of garden projects, including procurement, contractor liaison, and maintenance planning.
  • Champion the work of the Trust externally, building partnerships, identifying funding opportunities, and inspiring people.

Requirements

  • An established broad and deep knowledge of horticulture, gardens, garden history, and plants, with a recognized higher-level horticultural qualification or equivalent experience.
  • Extensive experience as a Head Gardener, Garden Manager, or Horticultural specialist with an up-to-date approach, with the latest trends and developments in horticulture.
  • A real passion for horticulture, a can-do attitude, and enthusing all you meet to create great visitor experiences.
  • A skilled communicator, who can build strong relationships within diverse teams, both internally and externally.
  • Knowledge of Conservation Management Plans and/or Site Masterplans and their implementation, with experience of writing reports and preparing findings for different audiences.
  • A flexible thinker and problem-solver, skilled at negotiating and building productive networks, and confident in using your expertise to influence decisions.
  • Proactive and organized, with experience of managing projects and a talent for multi-tasking and getting things done, strongly focused on detail, quality, cost, and time.
  • A leader for inclusion and always thinking everyone welcome.

The Benefits

  • Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary.
  • Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest, and your children (under 18).
  • Rental deposit loan scheme.
  • Season ticket loan.
  • EV car lease scheme.
  • Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts.
  • Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
  • Flexible working whenever possible.
  • Employee assistance programme.
  • Free parking at most Trust places.


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