Job Description

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Head Gardener

About Atlantes

Atlantes Landscapes is an award-winning company, specialist in landscape building, design and maintenance. With customers ranging from high net-worth individuals to property developers and commercial clients, we provide exceptional quality services that distinguish us from our competition. Led by founder and entrepreneur Paul Bentley, Atlantes has been providing best in class design and landscaping fulfilment since 2001, always utilising the highest quality products and materials, delivered by fully trained and qualified staff. Our high-performance teams are passionate about quality and on time on budget delivery, reflected in our customer references.

The Role of Head Gardener

Building on an enviable track record, our business is continuing to grow, and we are now seeking a dedicated

Head Gardener

to join our team and play a key role in our company's journey.

This position is ideal for someone with a genuine passion for plants, someone who takes pride in horticulture, understands plant health and seasonal needs, and can identify and care for a wide range of species by name.

You will lead by example, inspiring and guiding your team to deliver high-quality garden and grounds maintenance, along with soft landscaping works, across a range of premium residential and commercial gardens. The role involves maintaining the highest standards of presentation, plant care, and attention to detail that our clients expect.

The Candidate

We are looking for an exceptional individual -- knowledgeable, hands-on, and passionate about gardens.
You should have:

Strong horticultural knowledge and plant identification skills. A real enthusiasm for maintaining and developing beautiful gardens. The ability to lead, motivate, and support a small team. A proactive, caring, and professional approach to your work.
If you are a skilled gardener who loves plants and wants to take pride in managing exceptional gardens, we would love to hear from you.

Essential Attributes

UK Full driving Licence - this is non negotiable, do not apply if you do not hold one. 5 years proven employment in the garden and grounds maintenance sector. Horticultural knowledge, qualifications and exceptional plant ID are essential Supervisiory skills Experience with all machinery such as ride on mowers, mowers, strimmers etc. Health / Safety and COSHH management. Hard working and self-motivated Physically fit Reliable and friendly Positive attitude, with a strong customer focused approach. IT literate (use of smart phone). Good communication skills, both verbal and written (English) Be able to follow a schedule and work to deadlines Good timekeeping and personal presentation skills Ability to implement Health and Safety requirements to Ensure safe working practices

Desirable but not Essential

Horticultural qualification CSCS Green Card PA1 and PA6 certificates

The Package

Private Health Care Dental Plan Benefit 31 Days holiday including bank holidays 2 Community days PA for volunteering/community work Gym membership allowance Branded clothing provided Company Training Plan Base salary of up to 31K commensurate with experience Bonus Scheme
If you are looking for the next step in your career, Atlantes will be a good home for you. We hire the best and will help you develop your career in a culture of hard work, career development, mentoring, fun, and exceptional customer satisfaction. We are a close team of good people and we are looking for the best to work with us.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: up to 31,000.00 per year

Schedule: 8-hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate: Essential

Exeter/Newton Abbot, Devon: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Flexitime Gym membership On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

Exeter: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to 31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Enhanced paternity leave Flexitime Free parking Gym membership On-site parking Paid volunteer time Private dental insurance Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person