About the Position

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on HeadGardener to lead the care of a large private estate garden while overseeing the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the property's exterior. This role combines expert gardening knowledge with the coordination of seasonal maintenance, outdoor contractors, and estate grounds to ensure the property is maintained to an exceptional standard.

Key Responsibilities
Maintain extensive perennial gardens, ornamental plantings, shrubs, and seasonal displays
Perform planting, weeding, deadheading, mulching, edging, fertilizing, watering, and pruning
Monitor plant health and identify deficiencies
Maintain garden tools, equipment, and supplies
Manage inventories and order garden materials as required
Follow seasonal maintenance schedules to ensure the property is maintained to a consistently high standard
Coordinate with outside contractors and service providers when required
Oversee seasonal property opening and closing activities
Keep all exterior living spaces, walkways, patios, and recreational areas clean, organized, and presentation-ready
Perform basic property maintenance as needed

Qualifications




Minimum 5 years of qualified gardening or horticultural experience
Robust knowledge of perennial gardens, ornamental plants, trees, shrubs, and seasonal plant care
Experience with pruning techniques, soil health, irrigation practices, and integrated pest management
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work independently while maintaining consistently high standards
Physically capable of performing demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions
Skilled, dependable, and respectful of privacy and confidentiality
Valid Ontario Class G driver's licence with a clean driving record
Legally authorized to work in Canada

Preferred Qualifications
Experience maintaining private estates or high-end residential properties
Formal horticultural education or related certifications
Basic handyman or equipment maintenance experience

Schedule

Typical hours are Monday to Friday, approximately 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional flexibility required during peak gardening periods or weather-related events.

Pay: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Gardener Private Estate Toronto (Canada)
🏢 Important Business
📍 Canada