Estate Gardener (Full-Time)

About the job

RISSS is recruiting an experienced Estate Gardener to manage seven podium gardens across three buildings and surrounding estate grounds in a prestigious London residential development.

The Estate Gardener takes ownership of the estate’s appearance and planting schemes, ensuring seasonal variation in the shrub and perennial planting for visual amenity and wildlife, supported by a small team of estate caretakers for light duties such as watering, clipping removal, and leaf cover.

This is a hands-on, design-focused role with significant responsibility for the look, feel, and horticultural health of the estate.

In the first year, the Estate Gardener leads an improvement scheme for hedges, plant beds, and planters to establish a consistent, high standard across the gardens.

The role offers meaningful work year-round, including winter pruning, soil improvement, tool servicing, green waste management, and planning of spring/summer planting schemes.

Company Description

The Ringley Group is a UK-based, full-service property and asset management company specialising in the Living sector. With over 30 years of expertise, Ringley utilises cutting-edge proprietary technology to deliver data-driven services in operational real estate, including asset management, property management, leasing, valuation, building surveying, fire engineering, and legal services. The company manages a portfolio of over 16,300 homes and £12 billion in assets. Supported by a team of 200 professionals, Ringley is dedicated to delivering excellence across all aspects of real estate management.

Key responsibilities

Routine Grounds & Garden Maintenance

• Lawns: mowing, feeding, edging (March–November)
• Beds and planters: seasonal planting, mulching, fertilising
• Shrubs and hedges: pruning, shaping, pest/disease management
• Weed control (licensed spraying)
• Litter collection, tidying, watering plans

Design & Improvement

• Ownership of planting schemes and seasonal displays

Team & Contractor Coordination

• Supervise caretakers assisting with routine duties and leave cover
• Liaise with external contractors for tree works (>3m), major landscaping, or storm damage

Compliance & Reporting

• Follow COSHH, RAMS, and other health & safety requirements
• Maintain waste transfer documentation for green waste
• Monthly reporting on works, including photographs and resident feedback

Who You Are:

• Proven experience in estate or high-end horticultural gardening
• NVQ Level 2+ or equivalent horticultural qualification
• PA1/PA6 spraying licence desirable
• Demonstrable experience in garden design, seasonal planting, and display management
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple garden areas
• Strong communication skills to liaise with caretakers, contractors, and residents

Benefits & Terms

• Full-time, 37.5 hours/week, year-round
• Salary: £42,000–£50,000 per annum (DOE)
• Employer NI and pension contributions included
• Support from caretakers for routine tasks and leave cover
• Tools and equipment provided (including mower, PPE, and training)
• Materials and consumables budgeted annually (£7,000 Year 1 for restoration; £5,000 ongoing)
• Opportunity to lead the design and presentation of a prestigious estate

Why Join Us?

• Take ownership of seven podium gardens across three buildings
• Lead restoration, seasonal planting, and ongoing horticultural improvements
• Work in a supported environment with caretakers and structured KPIs
• Directly influence resident satisfaction and estate presentation
• Enjoy a full-year, design-focused role with meaningful tasks even in winter

Our Culture:

At Ringley Group, we pride ourselves on being forward-thinking, ambitious, and collaborative. We thrive on innovation, embrace change, and continually look for ways to raise the bar—both for our clients and our people. Our teams are driven, supportive, and empowered to take ownership, make decisions, and deliver outstanding results.

We celebrate initiative, creativity, and results, and reward those who go above and beyond. Professional development is at the heart of what we do, with ongoing training, mentoring, and recognition for high performers. We foster a culture of trust, transparency, and integrity, where everyone’s voice is valued and ideas are turned into action.

Working at Ringley means being part of a company that is dynamic, forward-focused, and committed to excellence—a place where talented individuals can truly make their mark and grow their careers.

If you’re proactive, ambitious, and ready to drive real impact, this is your chance to join a company where your work truly matters.

Apply now and help shape the future of Block Management with Ringley Group.