Soft Landscaper
We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our multi award-winning client as a Soft Landscaper. This is an important role within the Construction division of our clients business, working with the soft landscaping team to bring design-led horticultural visions to life. The successful candidate will need to be dynamic, positive and highly motivated. They will also be a collaborative team worker, able to take direction, whilst ensuring the delivery of consistent quality work in line with project specifications and deadlines. The candidate will need to support the Soft Landscaping Foreman, as well as working cooperatively with hard landscaping colleagues, designers, sub-contractors and other stakeholders
Responsibilities include:
- Actioning site design plans to ensure the horticultural elements are delivered as prescribed
- Maintaining and managing all horticultural elements on site to ensure sustained good health
- Turfing and its maintenance
- Tree planting - working alongside specialists where required
Be responsible for stock control within your department including ordering, stocking up, receiving of products following the required procedure, quality control and clearance of slow-moving lines.
Ensure that product prices are in line with budgeted gross margin figures.
Essential requirements
- Recognised horticultural qualification with the ability to demonstrate good plant knowledge – this is a strong preference, but not essential if experience is proven
- Driving licence as sites may not be accessible via public transport
- CSCS card
- Competent in using the appropriate power tools where required
- Certificates in spraying (PA1 PA6)
- Good awareness of Health & Safety and implementing procedure
Qualities required of the ideal candidate:
- Ability to work positively in a team with a pro-active and can-do attitude
- Able to work independently and take ownership for delivering superb quality work every time
- High levels of energy, self-motivation and the ability to motivate others
- Strong attention to detail
- Good time-management
- Ability to work under pressure to meet project deadlines
- Strong work ethic
- Integrity and discretion
- A desire to develop personally, whilst also supporting the development of other team members
What you will receive for fulfilling this role:
- A competitive annual salary depending on experience
- An annual bonus based on the Company’s overall performance
- May have use of a Company van for business if project requires
- 28 days holiday inclusive of bank and public holidays
- Branded uniform
- PPE
- Training
- Company pension scheme
- Employee assistance programme backed by BUPA
- Company events
- Working for one of the UK’s leading award-winning landscaping companies
If this Soft Landscaper vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Jay Rimell on 01233 732767 or recruitment@horticruitment.com.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Soft Landscaper vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to every one. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for this Soft Landscaper vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Landscape Foreman
Landscape Foreman required
Job Ref J154
We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our multi award-winning client as a Soft Landscape Foreman. This is a key role within the Construction division of the business, leading the soft landscaping / horticultural activities to bring design-led horticultural plans to life.
The successful candidate will need to be dynamic, organised and highly motivated, with a proven ability to use their own initiative in order to drive projects forward. They need to have a proven record of accomplishment in delivering high-end soft landscaping projects in line with exacting specification.
They will also need to be a collaborative team worker, able to lead a soft landscaping team, whilst liaising effectively with other stakeholders such as landscape architects, garden designers, hard landscaping foremen, subcontractors, and clients. The candidate will need to organise horticultural resources alongside the overall Site Foreman and the company’s Plant Procurement Specialist to deliver an effective and timely service. Ensuring superb quality in terms of plant / tree health whilst on site is key to realising the garden vision.
Responsibilities include:
- Reading and actioning site design plans to ensure the horticultural elements are delivered as prescribed
- Managing landscaping staff on site
- Reporting to the Contracts Manager and Contracts Director with proven ability to deliver on business objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Liaising and communicating with all external stakeholders whilst sensitively managing those relationships
- Maintaining and managing all horticultural elements on site to ensure sustained good health
- Turfing and its maintenance
- Tree planting - working alongside specialists where required
Requirements for the role include, but are not limited to:
- Recognised horticultural qualification – able to demonstrate excellent plant knowledge which will be tested on interview
- Full clean UK driving licence
- CSCS card
- Competent in using the appropriate power tools where required
- Certificates in spraying (PA1 PA6),and Ride-on Mowers would be an advantage but not essential
- Excellent awareness of Health & Safety and implementing procedures.
Qualities required of the ideal candidate:
- Ability to work positively in a team with a pro-active and can-do attitude
- Able to work independently and take ownership for delivering superb quality work every time
- High levels of energy, self-motivation and the ability to motivate others
- Strong attention to detail
- Good time-management
- Ability to work under pressure to meet project deadlines
- Strong work ethic
- Integrity and discretion
- A desire to develop personally, whilst also supporting the development of other team members
What you will receive for fulfilling this role:
- A competitive annual salary depending on experience
- An annual bonus based on the Company’s overall performance
- Use of a Company van for business
- 28 days holiday inclusive of bank and public holidays
- Branded uniform
- PPE
- Training
- Company pension scheme
- Employee assistance programme backed by BUPA
- Company events
- Working for one of the UK’s leading award-winning landscaping companies
If this Landscape Foreman vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Jay Rimell on 01233 732767 or recruitment@horticruitment.com.
To view more Landscape jobs, click Landscape.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Landscape Foreman vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to every one. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for this Landscape Foreman vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Maintenance Gardener
Maintenance Gardener required
Job Ref J133
We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our award-winning client as a Maintenance Gardener for a prestigious portfolio of clients.
Our client designs, builds and maintains exceptional gardens and external spaces for high-end properties in West/North London, Surrey and the M4 corridor. Our client has an extensive and varied portfolio of beautiful gardens that needs an exceptional gardener who is committed to delivering a quality horticultural service to our clients.
Responsibilities include:
Day to day responsibilities include, but are not limited to;
Horticulture:
- All aspects of horticulture; specialised and more general
- All aspects of lawn care
- Chemical applications and record keeping (PA1 & PA6 preferable but not essential) – subject to training and supervision as required.
- Ground clearance and seasonal work
- Sweeping and maintenance of hard surfaces / furniture within the gardens
- Tending to beds, borders, and containers
- Specialised pruning and trimming
- Maintenance / cleaning of water features and day to day maintenance of irrigation systems
- Safe operation of machinery subject to training
As well as exceptional horticultural ability the candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills / qualities:
- Cooperative and enthusiastic nature
- Ability to work positively in a team
- Willing to take direction and follow instruction as required
- Able to work independently and take ownership for work
- High levels of energy and self-motivation
- Strong attention to detail
- A pro-active and can-do attitude
- Good time-management
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong work ethic
- Integrity and discretion
- A desire to develop personally and undertake training
Essential requirements
- A full clean driving licence required for candidates doing a mobile round.
- A company van is part of the package
Full-time position 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays. Uniform, PPE and relevant training will be provided.
If this Maintenance Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Jay Rimmel on 01233 732767 or recruitment@horticruitment.com
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Maintenance Gardener vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to every one. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for this Maintenance Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Experienced Gardener
Experienced Gardener vacancy
Job Ref ADV479
To start immediately, a permanent position has opened to join a small, independent and fast-growing landscaping company in South-West London.
Ideally, minimum 3 years gardening experience, good level of English and a full, clean UK driving license.
Green Concept Landscapes is a high-end gardening company based in South-West London operating in Wimbledon, Chelsea and surrounding areas, serving both domestic clients and commercial maintenance contracts.
Fast growing and keen to expand further, we are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Gardener to join the team. As well as a proven track record working in the gardening industry, candidate must have a positive attitude, strong work ethic and a can-do attitude.
Green Concepts prides itself on providing excellent customer service and delivering a high standard of work and all new recruits must be willing to uphold this strong ethos, which is at the heart of our success. We offer in return fair and generous working conditions and reward hard work.
Responsibilities include:
- Basic garden maintenance
- Lawn treatments, mowing and aeration
- Pruning
- Fertilising, weed, moss, over-seeding, topdressing and turfing
- Hedge-cutting and shaping
- Plant care, planting and pesticides (inc. specialist roses and wisteria)
- Soil maintenance
- Hard landscaping
- Servicing Clients
- Managing a team on jobs
- Driving a long wheelbase Transit van L3H3
- 8-hour days Monday to Friday. 7.30am prompt start
- Jobs are all in the Wimbledon/Chelsea and accessible surrounding areas
Skills:
- Good plant knowledge
- Proper gardening skills
- Able to work in a team and on your own
- Good communication skills (good level of English), polite and professional at all times
- Minimum 3 years’ experience working in garden maintenance in UK
- Physically fit and able to work in all weathers
- CLEAN FULL UK DRIVING LICENCE (25 years old for insurance purposes). NB: A maximum of 3 points can be considered.
Additional skills:
- Spray certificate (PA1/PA6) is a bonus but not essential. Training can be arranged.
- Horticultural certification is a bonus but not essential (Positive attitude is more important)
Salary and benefits:
- Starting from £30,000 per year (Full time, permanent) depending on experience (negotiable)
- 28 days per year
- Overtime available
- Company pension
- Performance based bonus
If you have the requirements to fulfill this role, please get in touch to chat more - info@greenconcept.uk
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Assistant Gardener
Assistant Gardener in South West London SW18 (Full-time or Part-time)
Job Ref: ADV463
Stallion Gardens was set up in 2010 by Matthew Stallion.
Having studied Commercial Horticulture (everything about growing) at Writtle Agricultural College, then later Garden Design at Capel Manor College and more recently at The English Gardening School at The Chelsea Physic Garden - Garden Design Diploma.
With a great passion for soft landscaping we have built a strong client base in Wandsworth and surrounding areas.
This is an excellent opportunity for a person who has recently left college and/or wants a start in horticulture. All ages considered. Full-time or Part-time.
Some previous experience in Gardening and the Horticultural Industry would be beneficial but not essential.
Would suit a physically fit person.
You would be working with an experienced plantsman, soft landscaper and team.
Responsibilities would include:
- Hedge Trimming.
- Lawn Maintenance.
- Garden clearance and seasonal work.
- Planting.
- Fence installation.
- Specialised pruning, trimming and training of plants.
- Proficiency in the safe operation of machinery subject to training.
Other qualities required:
- Ability to work well within a team.
- Happy to take direction and follow instruction.
- Has a can-do attitude.
- Good time management skills.
- Willingness to increase in knowledge and skills in the industry.
- Driver preferred but again not essential.
Further information please email Matthew.stallion1@gmail.com
Instagram @stalliongardens
Salary - In the region of - £24,000
If you would like more information regarding horticultural qualifications and colleges, see our Career advice.
If you would like more information on the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) please click here and the Association Professional Landscapers please click here
This Assistant Gardener private advert is being managed directly by the employer. horticruitment are not involved in the hiring process and are therefore unable to share any additional information on this role. If you have any questions regarding this position, the best course of action is to apply for the Assistant Gardener job which will open a line of communication with the employer.
Part Time Gardener
Part Time Gardener required
Job Ref ADV452
A small growing gardening business providing garden maintenance for gardens over South West London. Working on a variety of scales, from small courtyards to large suburban gardens.
Great gardening assistant required - 2-3 days a week. Possibly more.
Would suit a self-employed individual.
Must be willing to learn, work hard, be reliable, and used to physical work.
Ideally you will have a horticulture qualification and a genuine interest in gardening.
The role pays £100-£120 per day depending on experience.
Most of the work is gardening maintenance as well as design and planting ideas for clients.
You will need to be able to travel to Fulham/Chelsea/Putney/Hammersmith to work.
Staying friendly and professional is very important.
You will need to wear presentable work trouser, t-shirt and closed toe shoes. You will also need waterproof jacket and trousers for rainy days.
Please send a CV with a message which details why you are interested in the role, your relevant experience and when you could be available to start.
This Part Time Gardener private advert is being managed directly by the employer. horticruitment are not involved in the hiring process and are therefore unable to share any additional information on this role. If you have any questions regarding this position, the best course of action is to apply for the job which will open a line of communication with the employer.
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Gardener
Gardener required
Job Ref ADV438
Established high-end garden design and maintenance company working in private gardens in Kensington, Chelsea and Westminster, seeks gardeners to join the team.
On offer is a salary between £23,000-£30,000 pa (depending on experience), 28 days paid holiday per year inclusive of Bank Holidays and Public Holidays, and further professional training where appropriate.
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Sales Assistant
Sales Assistant required
Job Ref N436
A lovely role has become available for a Sales Assistant to join a family owned garden centre. The garden centre focuses on top quality products ranging from house and outdoor plants along with the associated products as well as garden sundries such as furniture, bbq’s and gifts. Another division to the centre is the bespoke landscape design, implementation, and maintenance services it can offer its domestic customers.
Our client has been established for many years securing a reputation for providing a high standard of customer service. The management are passionate about horticulture and achieving customer satisfaction is one of their priorities. They now seek a new Sales Assistant to join their team.
Job Brief
The successful candidate for this Sales Assistant role will been to be able to carry out the following duties:
-Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service
-Maintaining outstanding store condition, housekeeping and visual merchandising standards throughout the shop
-Processing sales at the till in a polite and efficient manner
-Assisting with the processing of incoming deliveries and other general duties that the manager requires
Key Skills
Candidates will need to be reliable and proactive and have the following skills and experience:
-Provide excellent customer service role, preferably in retail
-Good horticultural knowledge
-Good command of spoken English
-Ability to work in a team following instructions of the supervisor or manager, as well as being proactive and taking initiative as an individual
-Reliable, with excellent timekeeping skills
-An eye for detail
-Happy to do physical work, outdoors, whatever the weather!
Package includes:
Salary of up to £26k per annum, 40 hours per week.
If this Sales Assistant vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sophie Sharpe on 01233 732767 or sophie@horticruitment.com
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Head Gardener
We seek suitable applications for the position of Head Gardener on a private gated residential development in Southwest London.
The 12-acre arts and crafts influenced gardens still has remnants dating back to the late 18th Century and forms one of the largest private gardens in London. There are extensive lawns and pathways, as well as many planted borders, shrubberies, yew hedges, woodland, cherry trees, a sunken garden surrounding a formal pond as well as a fruit orchard the gardens are regularly assessed in order to plan their future development and improvement.
As Head Gardener you will lead and manage a small team of up to 4 full time and 1 part time gardeners, in ensuring that the gardens are maintained to a high standard throughout the year, as well as helping to shape the future of the gardens as part of the long-term development plan.
Applicants must be qualified to a minimum of RHS Level 3/4 Horticulture or equivalent, with a good working knowledge of plants, combined with good all-round craft gardening skills and experience of working with a wide range of garden machinery. You should also hold PA1/6 sprayers certificates and have good IT skills. He/she will be a self-starter able to plan and prioritise daily workloads and come with previous experience of managing a small team. Excellent man management skills are essential in order to ensure that you develop an effective team able to produce top quality work. It is also important that you have a good understanding of relevant health and safety legislation, with the ability to carry out risk assessments. A current full driving licence is essential.
Accommodation is 1 bedroom with all bills paid. You will be expected to share emergency weekend duty with the estate manager i.e: every other weekend.
SALARY: £35K - £40K DOE
LOCATION: Southwest London
JOB No: EC30235
If this Head Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Grounds Maintenance Team Leader
Grounds Maintenance Team Leader required
Job Ref E303
Our client is a high end, well established family run company which carries out a range of gardening services, including grounds and garden maintenance, as well as landscape design and build for both corporate and private clients. They take great care in making sure that their team is structured in such a way as to provide the necessary support and practical knowledge to ensure that their level of customer service and quality of work is not compromised.
The Role
They currently have a vacancy for a Grounds Maintenance Team Leader. The successful candidate will be in charge of a small team of gardeners responsible for the maintenance of approximately 15 high end gardens for corporate and business clients. You and your team will normally visit 3 sites per day carrying out general garden maintenance duties which will include – mowing, strimming, pruning, weeding, bed preparation and maintenance, replanting as required, leaf clearance, mulching plus general site tidiness. You will be provided with a company van and full range of tools and equipment to carry out your work.
The Applicant
He/she must have previous experience of working within a similar role and have good practical skills in the full range of garden maintenance duties. This should be combined with reasonable plant knowledge, and good man management and communication skills able to organise and delegate the daily work duties efficiently within your team, as well as liaising with clients as required. You should be hard working, with a good eye for detail and be familiar with the safe operation and routine maintenance of most types of garden machinery.
You should have a current full driving licence. The normal working week will be 44hrs plus overtime, holiday entitlement will be 20 days plus 8 days bank holidays.
If this Grounds Maintenance Team Leader vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Ruth Bolam on 01233 732767 or ruth@horticruitment.com.
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