Landscape Manager

Key Responsibilities include managing work programmes to achieve specific objectives particularly the introduction and establishment of the Living Collection in the designed landscapes. Collaborate effectively with colleagues, designers, partners and visitors. Promote the SBG in your specialist areas and engage with specialist partners. Ensure adherence with the SBG Living Collection Mission and Policy. Contribute to decision-making, work planning and scheduling. Provide empathetic, professional leadership to team members. Operate horticultural machinery and equipment. Participate in relevant training. Undertake work-related travel. Contribute to staff performance reviews and appraisals. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of health and safety principles, law and regulations and ensure adherence to them. Participate in training and mentoring programs for SBG staff and visitors. Drive on public roads and estate land. Skills, Qualifications and Experience: You will be required to hold a relevant academic qualification at level 5 (HND) or degree level with a minimum of seven years’ experience in notable landscape, botanic or garden projects, such experience to include people management. The ability to demonstrate extensive knowledge of plants, nomenclature, cultivation and suitability and be able to interpret planting plans and propose possible adjustments based on personal knowledge are essential. A good understanding of soil science will enable success in establishing new plantings. The Landscape Manager should also show dynamic and engaging methods of inspiring colleagues to engage and develop, demonstrate drive and determination to achieve objectives, willingness to meet challenges, versatile problem solving and proactive work planning. General: This role is based in the Isle of Man and is intended to be full-time and largely based outdoors. The successful candidate will need to have a full, clean driving licence as the role involves working at different sites on the Island. A generous salary, relocation package, the option to join the company pension scheme and other benefits are offered. Apply using this link: https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/sbg/jobs/4804056101