Sole Gardener
Sole Gardener required
Job Ref: X999
Our client is an established, successful commercial grounds maintenance company that’s been running for almost 40 years; they are dedicated to providing an outstanding level of service from quotation to completion. Servicing both the public and private sectors in London and the surrounding home counties, they are able to undertake all aspects of grounds maintenance whilst observing horticultural best practices at all times. The very nature of their business requires a sound understanding of environmental issues and opportunities for reducing the impact of their operations; with this in mind the company has gained accreditation to the ISO 14004 Environmental standard with certification awarded in 2011.The company is also a member of BALI and has won a National Principle Award in Grounds Maintenance. Now a rare opportunity has arisen for an Experienced Gardener to help maintain their prestigious site in Putney on a full time, permanent basis.
Main Responsibilities
This is an exciting position and would suit an experienced gardener who has the ability to make a lasting impact for the gardens and their visitors. The site, which covers approximately 5-acres contains formal lawns, rose beds, mixed borders, a herb garden as well as a large lavender garden. The successful candidate will be playing an important part of the development of the gardens and ongoing maintenance of the site.
Main duties will include:
- Maintaining the gardens to the highest standard of horticultural practice
- Pest identification and formal lawn care and treatment
- Implementing planting plans and re-working established borders
- Plant and border maintenance, with experiences with a wide range of plants including roses
- Exceptional attention to detail and a pro-active approach to work, being very self-motivated
- Liaising with the client on site, making sure high standards are met and they are happy with the service provided
- Working on a sole basis, however support from other locally based teams will be available where needed
- Ensure tools, equipment, machinery, and vehicles are in good working order and routinely maintained
- Manage, supervise, and assist with landscaping projects and the ongoing maintenance of the site
Key Skills:
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, well presented, organised and have a good eye for detail and able to carry out work with minimum supervision.
- Applicants should have a demonstrable background in horticulture and have a minimum of three years’ experience.
- Excellent plant knowledge with a horticultural qualification desirable but not essential
- Great practical skills and a good level of competency in the operation and basic maintenance of lawn mowers and handheld machinery
- PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates are desirable but not essential, as is a full clean driving licence
Uniform and PPE are provided, and ongoing training and development are strongly supported by the company.
Working hours are Monday to Friday 7am-4:30pm with some Saturday overtime available
Candidates are offered 28 days annual holiday including Bank Holidays
Please note all employees will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS application
If this Sole Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sophie Sharpe on 01233 732767 or sophie@horticruitment.com
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Gardening Assistant
Gardening Assistant required
Job Ref: T081
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Gardening Assistant to join a well-established Garden Landscaping and Maintenance company based in central London. With over 30 years’ experience of working in high-end and challenging projects within London, they have the confidence and ability to oversee all aspects of maintenance and landscaping. Their garden maintenance service provides for everything needed to manage their clients outdoor space and get the very best out of it, and is a service offered to those gardens that they have designed and built over the years. Due to continued expansion and growth, they are now looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Gardening Assistant to join their highly skilled and motivated team.
He/ She will work alongside a small team, in delivering a wide range of garden maintenance services to clients, using your variety of skills and experience to achieve the very highest standards possible with an importance being placed on attention to detail. The successful candidate will have a professional approach when communicating with the client, while being physically fit and demonstrating a strong work ethic.
Applicants will have demonstrable horticultural experience, ideally supported by a horticultural qualification, good plant knowledge is essential, alongside experience in the use of a variety of garden machinery associated with maintenance tasks, while completing tasks in an efficient and accurate manner. Individuals must be physically fit, while enjoying working in all weathers.
Regular garden maintenance services include all aspects of:
- Lawn maintenance including – mowing, aeration, spiking, scarification, fertiliser/weed/moss treatment programs, over-seeding, topdressing, and turfing.
- Hedge-cutting and shaping.
- Plant care, including specialist training of roses and wisteria.
- Weeding, garden clearance, and one-off tidy ups.
- Pest and disease control and management.
- Soil maintenance, including fertiliser application programs and incorporating organic soil conditioners and green manures.
- Installing and maintaining irrigation systems.
- Planting.
- Green roof and green wall maintenance.
Additional certifications such as PA1/PA6 are desirable, but not essential. The client is willing to support professional development, and provide training where required.
This position is Monday to Friday, 45 hours a week with the working day beginning at 7:15 on site in Fulham, with a finish time of 5pm (season allowing). Additionally, in the summer months overtime is available.
If this Gardening Assistant vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Tom Little on 01233 732767 or tom@horticruitment.com
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Plantarea Supervisor
Plantarea Supervisor required
Job Ref N111
Our client is an independent, award-winning, family business, based in North London. They are looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic individual to join their friendly team of experts as a Plantarea Supervisor, who will help them deliver a truly life-enhancing customer experience.
Job Brief
The ideal candidate will be a passionate horticulturist with some retail experience.
They will be a hardworking and responsible person who will join the team at Supervisor level and work alongside the Director in running all aspects of the garden centre.
The successful candidate will be involved in the day to day running of this successful garden centre. With responsibilities including but not limited to – driving sales, tilling up, making sure the plant area is kept clean and tidy, helping with ordering, arranging customer deliveries, and leading the team by example.
This position is permanent, full-time, and includes working every other weekend.
Candidate Skills
- A well-rounded knowledge of outdoor plants and relevant horticultural qualifications, in most aspects of gardening.
- A positive attitude, strong work ethic and the ability to carry out all tasks willingly and with minimum supervision
- Fantastic people skills, with the ability to inspire team members and lead by example
- Previous retail experience
- Strong commercial acumen
- Exceptional customer care skills
- A good eye for detail
The benefits
Our client is offering a competitive salary of between £26,000 - £28,000 DOE alongside pension contribution, staff discount and 28 days annual leave.
The environment
Our client is an equal opportunity employer, our policies do not discriminate either directly or indirectly on the grounds of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, transgender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other personal characteristics.
If you have previous experience in a similar role or are looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
If this Plantarea Supervisor vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Tom Little on 01233 732767 or tom@horticruitment.com.
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Landscape Site Supervisor
Landscape Site Supervisor required
Job Ref E789
Our client and its sister company, specialise in the Design and Build of luxury residential Gardens and Landscape projects in the super prime residential market. As a company renowned within the industry, they are expected to deliver faultless service standards to the most discerning of clientele. Growth of the aftersales and client care division requires the strengthening of the Project delivery teams on site with the appointment of a Site Supervisor for projects predominantly in West London, but occasionally extending into the home counties.
Job Brief
Expansion of the company requires the strengthening of the delivery teams on site with the appointment of a Site Supervisor for projects predominantly in West London.
Your role will be to create and maintain a positive and pleasant work environment, ensuring high levels of organisational effectiveness, communication, and safety. As Site Supervisor your responsibilities will include the day-to-day management of your project(s). This will involve managing the workforce, including direct employees, sub-contract labour, agency workers and specialist sub-contractors in relation to steelworks, lighting, water-features, timber fabrication, Arboriculturists and other trades as required.
Delivery of the projects to the company’s exemplary and demanding quality plans is essential. The successful candidate will be able to produce weekly and monthly reports specific to the project requirements, manage the record keeping of progress on site and the timesheets of the site team and sub-contractors. Planning of the project in line with the work programme and ensure that materials are on site and the required time
Key Responsibilities
A successful Site Manager should also have experience with a variety of office software including e-mail tools, excel spread sheets, and be enthusiastic about learning new skills in a dynamic and creative working environment.
The successful candidate should have at least 10 years’ experience in landscaping in a luxury market, and 5 years in a similar role. Existing skills should include a CSCS card. SSSTS or SMSTS would be preferable, but training can be provided.
Candidate Skills
Ultimately the Site Supervisor should be able to ensure the smooth running of the construction site and contribute to the timely completion of the project to the required standard while managing between 5 and 15 people. Strong organisational skills and time management along with a natural proficiency in written and verbal communication will be an integral part of the successful candidate’s skill set as well as being able to work calmly and efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday 08:00am – 4:30pm
Benefits:
Salary up to £35,000 DOE
20 days holiday
Company pension Scheme
If this Landscape Site Supervisor vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Tom Little on 01233 732767 or tom@horticruitment.com.
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Gardener
Gardener required
Job Ref A510
Our client holds a passion for plants and understands their aesthetic potential and as a company they love creating and maintaining beautiful gardens. Carefully considered planting has the power to transform outdoor spaces, and they specialise in designing and producing sustainable gardens that are successful year after year. With over 30 years’ experience working with some of the UK’s leading garden designers, property developers and architects to design, create, install, and maintain some of London and the South’s finest gardens. Their maintenance department is growing, and they are now seeking a passionate and enthusiastic gardener to join their professional and skilled horticulturalist team.
Job Brief
As a member of the Maintenance Team, candidates will be expected to be practical, adaptable, and skilled in the application of maintenance requirements and of planting and horticulture. There may be occasion when you will work within existing project teams, however a majority of the role will be with the aftercare team. When involved in project installation, this is a physically demanding job which includes carrying by hand, materials, plants and waste into and out of gardens, through the interior of the client’s house. Main duties will include general garden maintenance such as:
- Lawn mowing
- Hedge cutting
- Pruning and weeding
- Deadheading and specialist clipping
- Pest and disease control
The gardens within the client’s portfolio do require expert care, therefore, a strong plant knowledge and proficiency in clipping with high attention to detail is a must.
Key Responsibilities
Our client is looking for a friendly, motivated, and reliable candidate to become part of the Maintenance department and contribute to the quality of the service they provide and professionally represent the company. Applicants should have comprehensive hands-on experience in garden care and maintenance and an ability to carry out the finer aspects of horticulture, such as species-specific pruning, as well as the more physically demanding tasks. The suitable candidate will have prior experience working within the soft landscaping environment.
- Deliver first quality services on sites to their specification in a timely and efficient manner.
- Demonstrate the ability to work well in a team and be able to follow instructions.
- Show a good understanding of all health and safety regulations, and always adhering to them.
- Being able to confidently deal with horticultural maintenance matters on site.
- Excellent communication skills to successfully engage with customers, clients, and team members.
Candidate Skills
The successful candidate will be a people person, well-mannered and presentable, a full and clean UK driving licence with a strong horticultural knowledge and plant base, horticultural qualification(s) would be an advantage but not essential. Must have the ability to work on their own initiative both in a team and alone with good time management skills. This is also a route for someone who is ambitious to join a progressive company and develop into a role with more responsibility.
The ideal candidate will hold:
- A full UK manual driving licence (required).
- Experience working within a similar environment
- Experience using a range of machinery
- Excellent plant knowledge
Working hours are Monday to Friday 8am-4pm, with 20 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays + Christmas shut down
If this Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sophie Sharpe on 01233 732767 or sophie@horticruitment.com
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Shrub & Plant Area Assistant
Shrub & Plant Area Assistant required
Job Ref ADV429
Wolden Garden Centre, is a family run garden centre approaching its 60th year. We are based in the centre of Crews Hill Enfield, with train and bus access. Woldens is looking for a person to join our team.
The successful candidate should have a broad knowledge of common shrubs and plants, their needs and requirements.
The Shrub & Plant Area Assistant role will entail the day to day care of stock plants, i.e watering, pruning and housekeeping of plant areas. taking deliveries of new stocks, pricing and displaying. Along with assisting customers with their questions and needs.
The candidate should be able to work as a team member, but also have the ability to work unsupervised.
Available for immediate start, Full time Sunday to Thursday 8.45am -5.15 pm
Monthly Pay Salary to be discussed
28 Days annual leave including bank holidays
Free onsite parking
Uniform provided
Staff discount
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Landscape Roof Gardener
Landscape roof gardener & instructor
School of Design
Greenwich Campus
£22,149 to £24,285 plus £5018 London weighting
Part Time Hours: 0.4 FTE
Permanent
Job Reference: 3557-E
The School of Design is located in an award-winning building within the Greenwich World Heritage Site. Our building is home to several design-focused disciplines, including landscape architecture and urban design, where undergraduate and post-graduate teaching occurs. Our remarkable building hosts 14 green roof gardens, approximately 0.5 ha in area, an extensive living wall, and two horticulture and aquaponic laboratories. We are looking for a gardener/instructor to help manage and maintain these features year-round. Apart from the garden planning, management and maintenance tasks, the role extends to assisting staff in teaching, especially about plants, planting design and horticulture, as a technical demonstrator.
The 0.4 FTE role is usually two days per week; however, we are looking for someone to be flexible and manage their time in response to seasonal tasks, requirements, teaching schedules and objectives. Therefore, discussing with the successful candidate, we will design a plan to meet these requirements. For example, an average of 3 hrs per week during term time will be devoted to instructing students in class and on the Stockwell Street roofs, either carrying out training in planting and horticultural techniques or experimental/research work.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has the extensive gardening experience, great plant, planting design and horticultural knowledge to help keep our green roofs in tip-top condition, maintain and enhance the ecosystem services that they provide, helping to manage these assets for the benefit of the staff and students. Additionally, assisting in teaching plants and horticulture will allow for better integration with the landscape staff and interaction with students, which is richly rewarding.
There is also the potential to participate in planting and nature-based research activities focusing on green roofs, living walls, urban agriculture etc. as an exemplar of what can be achieved with green infrastructure in response to climate change and the need for sustainable development as part of the University’s 2030 Strategy and the School of Design’s vision.
The successful candidate will have one regulated horticultural qualification equal to Ofqual Level 2 Certificate or above.
While the working hours for this role is flexible, some weekend work will be required to cover open day and events.
Closing Date: Tuesday 03 January 2023
Interview Date: To be confirmed
If you are interested in this vacancy then please click here to apply: https://jobs.gre.ac.uk/vacancy.aspx?ref=3557-E
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Professor Benzion Kotzen B.Kotzen@greenwich.ac.uk
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Gardener
Gardener required
Job Ref X080
Our client is an established, successful commercial grounds maintenance company that’s been running for almost 40 years; they are dedicated to providing an outstanding level of service from quotation to completion. Servicing both the public and private sectors in London and the surrounding home counties, they are able to undertake all aspects of grounds maintenance whilst observing horticultural best practices at all times. The very nature of their business requires a sound understanding of environmental issues and opportunities for reducing the impact of their operations; with this in mind the company has gained accreditation to the ISO 14004 Environmental standard with certification awarded in 2011.The company is also a member of BALI and has won a National Principle Award in Grounds Maintenance Now a rare opportunity has arisen for an Experienced Gardener to help maintain their prestigious site in Putney on a full time, permanent basis.
Main Responsibilities
This is an exciting position and would suit an experienced gardener who has the ability to make a lasting impact for the gardens and their visitors. The site, which covers approximately 5-acres contains formal lawns, rose beds, mixed borders, a herb garden as well as a large lavender garden. The successful candidate will be playing an important part of the development of the gardens and ongoing maintenance of the site.
Main duties will include:
- Maintaining the gardens to the highest standard of horticultural practice
- Pest identification and formal lawn care and treatment
- Implementing planting plans and re-working established borders
- Plant and border maintenance, with experiences with a wide range of plants including roses
- Exceptional attention to detail and a pro-active approach to work, being very self-motivated
- Liaising with the client on site, making sure high standards are met and they are happy with the service provided
- Working on a sole basis, however support from other locally based teams will be available where needed
- Ensure tools, equipment, machinery, and vehicles are in good working order and routinely maintained
- Manage, supervise, and assist with landscaping projects and the ongoing maintenance of the site
Key Skills:
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, well presented, organised and have a good eye for detail and able to carry out work with minimum supervision.
- Applicants should have a demonstrable background in horticulture and have a minimum of three years’ experience.
- Excellent plant knowledge with a horticultural qualification desirable but not essential
- Great practical skills and a good level of competency in the operation and basic maintenance of lawn mowers and handheld machinery
- PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates are desirable but not essential, as is a full clean driving licence
Uniform and PPE are provided, and ongoing training and development are strongly supported by the company.
Working hours are Monday to Friday 7am-4:30pm with some Saturday overtime available
Candidates are offered 28 days annual holiday including Bank Holidays
Please note all employees will be required to undergo and Enhanced DBS application
If this Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sophie Sharpe on 01233 732767 or sophie@horticruitment.com.
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Maintenance Manager
Maintenance Manager required
Job Ref ADV426
We are a specialist landscaping company based in East London, providing creative and unusual soft landscaping for a range of businesses. We're looking for someone with a passion for plants that relishes a challenge and that will share our ambition to take the business to the next level. We offer a close-knit team, a creative working environment and good opportunities for development.
We’re looking for a maintenance manager to oversee our maintenance accounts and ensure we continue to provide an excellent service. Along with the standard maintenance duties you will be asked to…
- Oversee the schedule, plan ahead and keep all members of the team up-to-date
- Manage team members and have regular catch-ups to ensure everyone’s on track
- Liaise with clients to make sure they’re happy with the service provided and deal with any ad hoc requests
- Work with managers to develop our maintenance offer
You will have…
- Good horticultural knowledge and ideally a qualification
- Good knowledge of indoor plants as well as outdoor plants
- 3 years practical experience minimum
- Good communication skills (fluent in English)
- Good work ethic - happy to work in all weather conditions and physically fit
- Clean driving license for min 5 years and be comfortable driving in London
Please share your CV and a short covering letter with us and we'll get in touch with potential candidates to arrange an interview.
Salary:Up to £35,000 DOE
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Gardener
Gardener required
ADV420
Situated in 42 acres of landscaped grounds adjacent to the River Thames in Fulham, The Hurlingham Club is recognised as one of the world’s finest private member clubs. Since its opening in 1869, The Hurlingham Club’s croquet and tennis lawns, botanical gardens and stately Georgian Clubhouse, have made it a sought-after destination for exclusive sporting and social activities.
The Department
The Grounds Team are part of the Estates Department and are made up of 26 professional and highly motivated individuals who pride themselves on the maintenance and upkeep of the prestigious grounds. The grounds of the Club include ten croquet lawns, thirty grass tennis courts, a cricket ground, a nine-hole golf course, two bowling greens and over a hectare of trees, flowers, shrubs and ornamental lawns. It is through the efforts of the Grounds team that the Club’s members are rewarded year on year with award winning sports surfaces and stunning season changing flowerbeds.
The Role
As a Gardener you will work a 39-hour week (plus regular weekend overtime – one in three weekends). You will work closely with the Head Gardener, Senior Gardener and rest of the team. Typical duties will include:
- Carrying out a variety of horticultural duties.
- Bed preparation.
- Seeding, planting and weeding.
- Pruning across all garden areas of the Club grounds.
The Candidate
Candidates will embody our Club values; excellence, responsibility and courtesy. Candidates will be passionate and qualified horticulturalists (RHS Level 2, PA1 and PA6 Spraying Qualifications), able to demonstrate previous experience within a similar environment. Candidates will have a hands-on approach, the ability to work under pressure and be friendly, polite and diplomatic.
Benefits
Our benefits include 23 days holidays (rising to 28 days after 5 years’ continuous service) plus Bank Holidays, uniform, life assurance, Group Income Protection, hot meals on duty, staff events, onsite parking, an annual bonus scheme and an annual performance pay review, along with other benefits.
The Hurlingham Club is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.
Please note that, due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us within four weeks then unfortunately you were not successful in your application on this occasion.
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