Live in Head Gardener/Estate Manager Job in Jersey
This is a great opportunity to work for a lovely family who are about to move to Jersey. They will be residing in a stunning estate, which is about 10 minutes from St Helier. The Couple between them have 6 children, one of whom, the youngest, is at boarding school. They have one dog and the couple travel extensively between their homes, which are all fully staffed. They are looking to a top-notch Head Gardener, who could also have some estate management experience as an added bonus, to take care of their beautifully renovated Estate.
The property is approximately 12,000 sq, including additional cottages and sits on approximately 12 acres of land. Also employed are two cleaners (one full time and one part time) and a gardening team. The gardens will be undergoing a huge redevelopment so assistance in the project management of this would be ideal and someone who would be happy to work with landscape designers but also be able some of their own ideas is what they are looking for.
An eye for detail
Able to take the lead
A team player
Hands on approach with the development work and maintenance of the garden
Project management of brining this garden up to a high standard as it is currently quite dated
Kitchen garden to maintain
Cut flower garden to also maintain throughout the seasons
Overseeing other staff and contractors
Driving duties
Estate management duties
Interior and exterior maintenance
Handyman duties (minor repairs and DIY)
Dog care and dog sitting (2 weeks max at a time)
Security and responsibility for alarm and CCTV
The ideal Head Gardener will be able to work independently, work closely with the family's vision and lead this great project and hopefully remain with the family long term.
This family has had their other home gardens illustrated in garden magazines. This is the level of passion they have for their estates.
Start: December / January, but flexible for the right person
Accommodation: either a 2-bedroom cottage or a very large 1-bedroom cottage on the estate. Pets will be considered.
Working week: Monday to Friday, with weekend work required if the principals are in residence and entertaining
Driving: ideal
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000, depending on experience
email: anisa@greycoatlumleys.co.uk