Senior Head Gardener – Private Household

Develop and implement planting schedules, soil management plans, and seasonal garden strategies. Supervise and train junior gardening staff (if applicable); coordinate with household staff and estate manager. Monitor and maintain garden tools, machinery, and equipment in good working order.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the design, care, and continuous improvement of ornamental, kitchen, and seasonal gardens.
• Perform and manage daily horticultural tasks, including planting, pruning, weeding, lawn care, pest control, composting, and irrigation.
• Develop and implement planting schedules, soil management plans, and seasonal garden strategies.
• Supervise and train junior gardening staff (if applicable); coordinate with household staff and estate manager.
• Monitor and maintain garden tools, machinery, and equipment in good working order.
• Ensure environmentally sustainable and organic gardening practices wherever possible.
• Work with external landscape designers, arborists, and contractors as needed.
• Prepare the grounds for events and seasonal changes; maintain high visual standards year-round.
• Maintain garden logs, planting records, and inventory of supplies.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on gardening experience, preferably in a private estate or high-end landscape setting.
• Formal horticultural training or certification strongly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of plants, trees, shrubs, perennials, and kitchen garden crops.
• Proficient in managing garden machinery and irrigation systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A creative eye and a passion for high-quality garden presentation.
• Discreet, professional, and respectful of private household settings.
• Valid driver’s license; background check required.

To Apply:
Please send your CV, hr@koa.e

Job Type: Full-time