Head of Horticulture
Head of Horticulture required
An expert horticulturalist with excellent first-hand experience of running a busy public garden and managing a large successful team is sought for an exclusive vacancy as Head of Horticulture in the Southeast. Keeping to an exceptionally high standard, the presentation is of critical importance and the role requires an individual with drive, enthusiasm and a proactive can-do nature.
In return the role will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to manage across a large variety of disciplines, work on new and exciting horticultural projects. Responsibilities will include strategic leadership, team leadership, personnel responsibilities, health & safety, and will also include the design, planning, implementing, overseeing, reporting as well as formulating the vision for both a diverse plant collection while building a living collection of plants that supports conservation.
The Head of Horticulture will produce annual budget projections, ensuring the operations are within the confines of agreed/authorised budgets. He / She will share ideas and improve operation, recommending, supporting, and implementing continuous improvement activities. A full UK manual driving licence is essential.
This is an incredible opportunity for a knowledgeable and experienced Senior Leader in Horticulture. Please get in touch for further details.
SALARY: Circa £80,000
LOCATION: Southeast
JOB No: EC63706
If this Head of Horticulture vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Science Lab & Greenhouse Officer
Science Lab & Greenhouse Officer – Two Year Fixed-Term Contract
Job Ref ADV510
Where you will work: This role is based at the College’s Hadlow campus, but the nature of the work may require travel to any of the college sites and Thanet Earth locations.
Your hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday), 52 weeks per year.
Your pay: £32,000 per annum
Working within Hadlow College Land based Curriculum, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitability qualified, experienced, and enthusiastic individual to join the team as a Science Lab & Greenhouse Officer.
The post holder will be responsible for managing the day to day running of the science laboratories and the commercial greenhouse ensuring all Health & Safety protocols are always followed. Providing technical support & practical delivery for the science elements of each land-based curriculum area at Hadlow College.
The curriculum areas include Agriculture, Animal Management, Equine, Fisheries, Horticulture and Floristry. Exciting projects run by staff and students will form part of the supervisory role of this position.
The glasshouse element involves working in our brand-new Venlo greenhouse as the greenhouse grower working primarily with the hydroponic crops. This exciting post involves the successful individual working alongside key colleagues at Hadlow College and Thanet Earth who sponsor the hydroponic greenhouse crops. Tasks will include day to day monitoring of the crop and environmental systems (PRIVA), crop work from planting to harvest and preparing the greenhouse for the next crop. You would also help to prepare the greenhouse for visitors.
You can look forward to excellent benefits, such as 33 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, and you’ll be enrolled onto the Teachers’ Pension Scheme which also includes life assurance. You’ll also benefit from free parking and have access to a range of onsite facilities including restaurants and coffee shops.
For a full job description and to apply, please visit North Kent College’s staff vacancies page - https://www.northkent.ac.uk/contact/job-vacancies
Interviews may be held prior to the above closing date.
North Kent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff have a responsibility to share and maintain this commitment. In line with the requirements of ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, appropriate safeguarding checks (including an enhanced DBS check) will be undertaken on all individuals selected for appointment. Posts at the College, a specified establishment where the work gives opportunity for contact with children, are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to complete and submit prior to their interview a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Further guidance / information from the Ministry of Justice can be found on GOV.UK.
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Retail Manager
Retail Manager required
Job ref ADV497
About Tates
At Tates of Sussex Garden Centres, our team of green-fingered enthusiasts have a passion for gardening and work hard to make Tates of Sussex more than just a garden centre. We sell a wide range of products, from pots and plants to landscaping supplies and garden furniture. Inspiring people to love their gardens is at the heart of what we do.
You will be a key member of the senior leadership team, deputising for the Branch Manager as required, in respect of the day-to-day operation of the garden centre.
You will be an experienced leader with a retail background, strong merchandising skills and a high attention to detail. You will manage your teams on a day-to-day basis, prioritising and managing workloads. You will be responsible for all HR aspects of managing a team including rotas, holiday requests and performance reviews. You will need to gain a working understanding of our stock epos system & Company procedures to be able to perform all the day to day functions relating to your role.
Full-time with alternate weekend working rota.
If you are looking to relocate we can offer subsidised accommodation.
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Garden and Landscape Design Assistant
Garden and Landscape Design Assistant required
Job Ref: ADV488
We are currently recruiting for a Garden and Landscape Design Assistant to join our expanding gardening team at Hand Picked Hotels this will based from our office in Sevenoaks in Kent however will require extensive travel across all our hotels.
About the role:
- Reporting to the Lead Designer of Hotel Landscape and Gardens, and liaising with the Head of Gardens at Hand Picked Hotels.
- This role will cover all our 21 hotels in the UK including the Channel Islands and will involve travel and overnight stays in our hotels as required, it will be based from our office in Sevenoaks with hybrid working.
- As Garden and Landscape Design Assistant your role will be responsible for following through on design changes within the hotel group reporting to the Lead Designer of Hotel Landscapes and Gardens.
- To support the lead designer in the development of new designs across the group from conception to completion.
- To assist with costing and achievability evaluation of immediate design changes, in liaison with the Regional General Managers and Head of Gardens.
- To assist the Lead in-house designer with the design, detailing and costing of hotel garden designs across the group.
- To produce CAD/Vectorworks planting plans, construction detailing, working drawings and work schedules.
- Reporting to the lead Garden Designer to project manage major new garden changes and designs, liaising with the contractor and hotel gardening team.
- To monitor progress in design implementation and report back to the Lead Garden Designer, maintaining detailed ongoing schedule of costs.
- You will be expected to visit each hotel a minimum 6 x a year to audit changes and view potential new changes.
About you:
- Ability to work within a strict process led business structure of a leading hotel company.
- Be able to demonstrate an excellent knowledge of sustainable garden practices.
- It is essential you have a passion for gardens and landscape.
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent CAD/Vectorworks training and creative garden design skills.
- Proven track record of managing and monitoring landscape and garden contractors.
- Excellent horticultural knowledge.
- Experience with irrigation, lighting, AV and smart garden infrastructure would be advantageous.
- Experience with historic landscapes an advantage.
- Established trade relationships with suppliers preferred but not essential.
- Flexible approach to work, highly motivated, passionate and a team player.
- Willing to travel on a weekly basis as required.
Our Benefits include:
- A competitive salary package, travel expenses paid, overnight accommodation and meals provided when away on business.
- Company pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.
- Employee Assistance Program to support you with whatever life throws at you.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Company Sickness Scheme Benefit.
- 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays, increasing to 33 days including bank holidays with length of service.
- Forward career progression, with access to our In House and external training programs, including apprenticeships and other recognised hospitality industry courses which are all supported by our training and development team.
- £30 staff stays with Hand Picked Hotels per room Bed & Breakfast & 25% discount on all food & drink. Yes, it’s as good as it sounds!Annual loyalty awards (like afternoon teas and overnight stays)Online retail discount platform offering thousands of savings with high street retailers and restaurants as well as a health and well-being platform.
- Opportunity to make lifelong friendships and be part of a team that celebrates Diversity and Inclusion.
Please note part of the interview process will involve numerical, verbal and personality testing.
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Landscape Gardener
Landscape Gardener required
Job Ref ADV455
This is a opportunity for candidates to show their talent in a friendly and supportive environment on a long-term permanent basis. Applicants for this opportunity must be vibrant and enthusiastic with a genuine passion for plants and delivering excellent customer service. Opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Gardener to expand your knowledge with a small company based near Chelmsford. Jobs are delivered in different locations in Essex, Herts, Suffolk, Norfolk. We have won Gold for our in town floral display summer displays for RHS Britain in Bloom competitions.
We are now looking to recruit an enthusiastic, hard-working person to join our team that deal with private community estates , local authorities, cemeteries , schools and private clients.
Job Description
This is an opportunity to expand in the horticultural industry which the duties are :
- Grass cutting,
- Hedge cutting,
- Shrub maintenance,
- Flower bed maintenance including fertilising,
- weeding,
- watering and mulching
- Planting of seasonal plants,
- perennials and trees.
- Nursery planting in our garden nursery, including seasonal plants, hanging baskets, herbaceous help from time to time.
- Gritting and snow management
- Dividing and Splitting plantsturf laying
- fencing
Machinery is now converted battery compared to petrol . This has enhanced out environment credentials and quieter working and lowered a carbon footprint. You be asked to keep your batteries charged .
This is a full-time role working an average of 40 hours per week over the year. You will be required to be available for weekend working on a rota basis.
Qualifications to have ideally :
- Strong horticultural knowledge,
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong numerical and IT skills
- RHS qualifications beneficial but not essential.
- Good grade in English & Maths
- City & Guilds training is offered in works training scheme.
- Experience of working in landscaping / gardening would be ideal , but will be trained.
- Hold current PA1 & PA6 AW chemical licenses, but not essential
- Clean driver’s license required
- Tree Surgery experience is beneficial but not essential.
- Training at local college is offered
Have a friendly and approachable manner with integrity, loyalty and have a teamwork ethos. Working on your own at times and as a team in other projects.
Experience in any of the following areas, we would like to hear from you.
- Nursery Manager
- Nursery Supervisor
- Nursery Team Leader
Be flexible, extremely motivated and have a can do attitude.
Work well under pressure and meet deadlines and targets.
We are an equal opportunity employer with sex, race etc. We may need to have a CRB check for our schools we maintain.
Benefits :
- Company Vehicle
- Personal Tools
- City & Guilds training
- 28 Days annual leave (inc public holidays)
- Ongoing training and Development
- Pension Scheme
If you would like more information regarding horticultural qualifications and colleges, see our Career advice.
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Grounds Maintenance Operative
Grounds Maintenance Operative
Job Ref ADV453
Career opportunities available at Ambassador Services Limited for a Grounds Maintenance Operative and a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader
The Job
Full time, Permanent Roles
40 Hours per week
Monday to Friday but have weekend availability for overtimeJobs involve early mornings so must be capable of early starts. Working outdoorsKeen to learn, be honest, hardworking, reliable and trustworthy. Be physically strong & fit. As a gardener you will be required to use machinery and tools such as lawn mowers, trimmers and hedge cutters. Your main duties will involve lawn mowing, strimming, digging, raking, litter and debris clearing, edging, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting.Additional experience with aspects of hard landscaping and fencing works desirable.
The Ideal Candidate
Previous gardening experience is desirable, but not essential.
Ability to use various horticultural machinery and powered hand tools, preferred but not essential as full training will be provided
A full UK driver’s licence is essential.
Be willing to work all year round in all weathers.
Ability to remain on your feet for long periods of time.
Ability to work well as a part of a team.
What you'll get in return
Competitive hourly pay rate, according to experience
Opportunity for professional career development and training.
Areas of work: Essex, London, South East England
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Part Time Experienced Gardener
Part Time Experienced Gardener required
Job Ref : ADV414
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced gardener to join a dedicated team at a private estate in Surrey.
The 12 acre gardens consisting of formal lawns, mixed borders, alpine rockery, sub tropical garden, orchards, ponds, woodland and kitchen garden are currently undergoing extensive renovations. The successful applicant would be required to carry out all aspects of gardening and use a wide range of machinery and tools. Qualifications are not essentials but proven experience in a similar role (plus spraying certificates) would be advantageous.
Applicants should be physically fit, confident with working at height and have a positive attitude. A full clean uk driving licence is essential.
The hours of work for this part time position are currently 8am - 4.15pm three days a week, with the potential to become full time in the future.
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Experienced Hard Landscaper
Experienced Hard Landscaper required
Job Ref ADV409
Grove Gardens are currently looking for an experienced skilled hard landscaper to join our small team.
We are an established landscape gardening business based in Brighton and Hove, who over the past 20 years we have established an excellent reputation for our workmanship and detailing.
The successful candidate will need to have at least 8 years experience and be proficient in all hard landscaping disciplines required for high end gardens, including setting out from plans, laying natural stone and porcelain paving, drainage, brickwork, timber-work, walling, as well as the ground works required.
The right candidate must be able to work independently on larger projects but also experienced in running smaller jobs. After a successful trial period, a company van will be provided.
You would also need the following.
Competence in digger driving.A keen eye for detail.Strong communication skills with customers and team.The ability to self-motivate and the desire to work within a team.Strong literacy and numeracy skills.You will also need to demonstrate very high standards of workmanship.A full driving licence is essential
Hours Average - Mon - Fri 8am -5pm
Excellent rates of pay depending on experience. £32K - £37K
You will also be enrolled in the government Pension scheme.
If you think you might be right for the job please send your CV to our e-mail address with a covering letter.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
https://www.grovegardens.co.uk/
Horticultural Services Manager
Job Title: Horticultural Services Manager
Job Ref: ADV404
Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 PA (Pro rata)
Hours: 3 days per week Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 5.00pm, with occasional weekend work as business needs require
Contract: Permanent subject to a 3 month probation)
Location: Offices: Acton, Hounslow London.
However, day to day work will be undertaken at sites across West London, or as business requires. These sites may include, but are not limited to private, community-based or public spaces
Reporting to: CEO
Cultivate London (CL) is a London-based charity and social enterprise, that uses horticultural activities to support and enhance local communities in London. Our activities comprise:
1. Commercial Gardening Services: for commercial clients, property developers and local authorities in London. Income generated through our commercial activities is ploughed back into supporting our charitable work.
2. Community Gardening: CL has created community growing spaces in Ealing, Hounslow, Richmond (Kew Gardens), Southall and Battersea.
We have three main objectives:
• To create and maintain enjoyable & sustainable green space for the local community to improve the well being of all
• To give opportunity to learn, train & work to young people and local residents and ultimately help them into sustained employment or education
• To generate appreciation and engagement in green space and its preservation to improve the physical environment and social cohesion of local communities
Visit www.cultivatelondon.org for more information.
Job Description:
A great opportunity to use your skills and experience in gardening, landscaping and growing to help increase Cultivate London’s offer to both commercial and community clients. You will oversee efficient operation of CL’s garden maintenance and landscaping services on a commercial and community level as well as expand the service by seeking out new business and opportunities. This role is for a motivated, energetic person focused on achieving set targets with the ability to think creatively and inspire others.
Contract Deliverables
The main roles of the job:
1. Carry out maintenance tasks and upkeep of a wide range of green areas and growing spaces, including the use of powered, non-powered tools & equipment, the application of pesticides / herbicides in line with good operational practice
2. Liaise with clients and provide excellent customer service
3. Produce competitive estimates and quotations for landscape and garden maintenance work
4. Look for all opportunities to expand the client portfolio and up-sell within existing contracts
5. Maintain accurate records
6. Set an excellent example, supervise and deliver on-the-job coaching for Apprentice gardeners and work experience trainees to develop their horticultural skills and knowledge
7. Review and provide feedback on the performance of jr staff and work experience trainees
8. Attend team and supervision meetings as requested
9. Ensure that all vehicles, machinery, tools and equipment are kept clean, safe, safe, secure and in a serviceable condition at all times
10. Provide tool box talks to the relevant personnel
11. Be responsible for the maintenance of personal health and safety and development of best practice, as well as that of our clients and fellow staff, as required by law
12. Work as part of the CL team and carry out cover for other staff as and when required
13. Undertake any other duties and training that may reasonably be required by Cultivate London
As this post involved working with children, young people and vulnerable adults appointment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosures and Barring Service check
Personal Specification
Essential
1. A passion for gardening and plants, and strong knowledge of both
2. Proven experience of landscaping and horticultural work with a sound knowledge of horticultural procedures and processes
3. The ability to carry out a full range of horticultural operations to a high standard across various sites
4. A horticultural qualification at Level 3 or above and or significant gardening experience
5. CSCS (supervisor level) & SSSTs qualified
6. An ability to produce, read and accurately interpret planting plans and garden design instructions
7. Demonstrable knowledge of workplace health, safety and welfare practice and requirements
8. Full clean UK driving licence
9. Ability to work effectively as part of the CL team and on your own
10. Supervisory and management skills and experience with an ability to supervise and coach inexperienced team member
11. Willingness to work outside of normal working hours including weekends, as agreed in advance with CL
12. The ability to produce and maintain accurate & legible records as required
13. Competent in the production and use of spreadsheets and word documents
14. Trustworthy, dependable, motivated, a good time keeper and communicator
Desirable
1. Experience of growing food crops and nursery production ornamental stock
2. Experience in completing hard landscaping and garden construction
3. Experience of working with community projects, volunteer groups or vulnerable people
4. CSCS (supervisor level) & SSSTs qualified
5. Level 3 Award in Education and Training
6. PA1 & PA6 qualification
7. CS30/31 chainsaw qualifications
To apply please contact Auberon Bayley via e-mail: auberon@cultivatelondon.org
Enquiries may also be made by calling Auberon directly: 07495 183669
Closing date Friday 8th of July 2022
Gardener
Gardener required
Job Ref ADV403
40 hours per week.
Salary, dependent upon experience and negotiation £26,000 to £28,000 pa plus benefits.
BGM Services at Benenden School
Have you always wanted to use your experience as a Gardener / Groundsperson in a role where you can truly make a difference every day?
If so, we would love to hear from you!
We have a vacancy for a Gardener to join our friendly team based at Benenden School.
https://www.pitchcare.com/news-media/300-glorious-acres-lee-s-hold.html
The Role
Working at Benenden School requires a level of care and respect not found in a generic job. We provide the School with a service that allows pupils, teachers and visitors to enjoy and make use of the 300 acres situated in a beautiful part of Kent.
As part of our busy site team, you will work closely with the Head of Grounds and Gardens on the plan for the gardens at this site. You will also be able to use your creativity to shape this plan.
You will be responsible for all gardening and grounds maintenance activity including:
· Seasonal gardening and grounds maintenance including pruning and planting schemes and general garden maintenance of both the formal garden areas and Senior staff gardens. weeding,
There is the opportunity for personal development and training on areas that you need to be upskilled in or have an interest in.
This role requires flexibility and pulling together as one team to support each other and provide the exceptional care and service that we are known for.
Wherever the day takes you, your attention to detail will make sure we get it right – which is so important to what we do.
About you
Previous experience in a role as a Gardener, Groundsperson, Grounds Maintenance, horticulture.
Organised with excellent attention to detail.
You will need to hold a full driving licence to be able to operate some of the machinery we use (e.g. site transportation)
About BGM Services
BGM Services have been managing and maintaining the grounds of schools and other educational establishments for over 30 years. We currently have 17 locations across south-east England with plans to continue growing responsibly.
We have established a reputation for creating beautifully landscaped, high quality and practical facilities for schools to enjoy and make use of. Our core objective is to deliver the highest possible standards of care in a way that is uniquely personal to each school.
What We Offer
If you would like to join us, you can be sure of a warm welcome, ongoing training and development and a sense of pride in your work.
In addition to salary, you will also be eligible for the following benefits:
· Overtime pay
· Accredited training
· Pension scheme
· Uniform provided
· Free parking
. Free lunches
Start a rewarding career with us by applying today.
Salary: generous, dependent upon experience and negotiation
Please contact us via email bob@bbgroundsmanagement.co.uk
or telephone our office 01483 200779
