Garden Manager

Staff Connection - Hospitality Recruitment and Executive Search

29 Sep 2026 - 28 Oct 2026

Permanent

JHB004669

Senior Living

Gauteng, JHB - Northern Suburbs

R25k CTC - R30k CTC

GARDEN MANAGER | JOHANNESBURG NORTH

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced

Garden Manager to take responsibility for the grounds and gardening operations at a prestigious, upmarket establishment in Johannesburg North.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who understands that beautifully maintained grounds require strong organisation, excellent people management and meticulous attention to detail.

The Role

You will oversee a team of gardeners, ensuring the gardens and outdoor areas are consistently maintained to an exceptional standard.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

  • Managing, supervising and motivating a team of gardeners
  • Planning daily tasks and preparing staff rosters
  • Overseeing gardening equipment, tools and machinery
  • Ensuring equipment is properly maintained and in good working order
  • Managing garden-related stock, supplies and inventory
  • Monitoring the use of fertilisers, chemicals, tools and other resources
  • Ensuring gardening and maintenance standards are consistently upheld
  • Identifying areas requiring attention and coordinating necessary work
  • Managing staff performance, productivity and timekeeping
  • Ensuring health, safety and housekeeping standards are maintained
  • Being hands-on and actively involved in the day-to-day garden operations

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven management/supervisory experience, preferably within a large garden, estate, hospitality or similar environment
  • Experience managing a gardening team is highly advantageous
  • Strong knowledge of gardening equipment and machinery
  • Excellent organisational and rostering skills
  • Experience with stock and equipment control
  • Strong leadership and communication abilities
  • A practical, hands-on approach
  • High attention to detail and pride in maintaining exceptional standards
  • Own reliable transportation – essential
  • South African citizen

If you are an experienced Garden Manager who takes pride in people, presentation and perfectly maintained grounds, we would love to hear from you.

For More Information Please Contact

Aida Ioannides