Horticultural Project Co-Ordinator
Position: Horticultural Project Co-Ordinator
Job Ref ADV491
Salary Range: SCP NJC 20-26 (£28,371-£32,909)
Location of position: Northern England- working Trust wide but initially focussing on three sites based in Manchester (M34 6EF), Grimsby (DN33 3HG) and Middlesborough (TS4 3RG).
This job is 52 weeks per year with 25 days annual leave PA.
Travel is a requirement of the role, and therefore a full driving license is required. Mileage expenses will be paid.The post-holder will work as part of the Central Team and under the line management of the Director of Business and Operations.
The purpose of the role is to support the delivery of the Trusts plans to grow produce commercially and will require someone to work flexibly to achieve this.You will provide overall planning, direction, and control to the growing of produce across the Trust, which can be used in its own school kitchens.
Overall scope of the role: A hands on role, you'll need to: undertake all aspects of husbandry and production including preparation, growing, and harvesting. manage pest, disease and weed control programmes to ensure hygiene and health standards are met and provide guidance to site-based teams and volunteers.
Main Duties:
1. To create a growing plan, clearly identifying which crops will be planted where and at what times throughout the year.
2. Plan and run transparent lines in polytunnels as products change throughout the year.
3. Day to day tasks; plant, water, weed, prune, feed, and spray plants.
4. To keep informed of current legislation, statutory and other guidance relating to crop and pest management.
5. Work in conjunction with the Trust to manage produce supply chain systems and supporting infrastructure for processing, storage, and transportation of produce.
6. Support the Trust in analysing yields and operational costs.
7. Undertake technical visits and demonstrations for pupils.
8. Train, instruct and supervise others (dependent on role)
9. Keep up to date with developments within the horticultural sector.
10. To collate and provide regular, accurate and timely data on the success of the growing programme.
11. To act in accordance with Trust policies at all times, ensuring a high standard of professionalism which demonstrates the expectations of the Enquire Learning trust.
12. To contribute to the overall Trust strategy to ensure the best possible provision for pupils.
13. To support the academies with the potential the tunnels provide to enrich the curriculum and aid the school staff and pupils with their growing projects.
14. To develop links with local communities to promote growing food, healthy eating, and well-being and to access local knowledge, expertise and voluntary support.
The Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.The above duties are not exhaustive and the postholder may be required to undertake tasks, roles and responsibilities as may be reasonably assigned to them.
Phone calls to discuss the role can be arranged, please call the office on 01924 792960 and they will arrange a call back.
www.enquirelearningtrust.org/job-vacancies/central-team-horticultural-project-co-ordinator
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Sole Gardener
An attractive and rare opportunity has arisen for a Skilled/Sole Gardener on a private property in York. This role would suit an enthusiastic and knowledgeable gardener with excellent attention to detail and a varied skill set.
The property and garden encompass approximately 2.5-acres and comprises a mixture of formal areas with topiary, terraces, low box hedges, herbaceous beds and borders, mature trees, hedges and immaculately managed lawns, with a large flagged sunken garden with pool and fountain. A stone fire pit area, a breeze house and matching round shed have all been built to an excellent standard of workmanship and will require basic maintenance, the latter by way of oiling, as will the wooden garden furniture on the terraces.
Applicants for this role should have demonstrable experience of gardening to a high degree of detail, with good horticultural knowledge, experience in plant propagation and plant pest/disease management. Extensive experience and confidence in the operation and basic maintenance of a full range of garden machinery is essential of all applicants. A specialist contractor assists with lawn management, though the Sole Gardener should have a good understanding and experience in this area in order to maintain immaculate standards of presentation at all times. Applicants should be physically fit and able to work from ladders with a range of petrol-powered garden machinery.
Candidates must be positive and friendly in character, punctual, discreet, reliable and hardworking, with meticulous attention to detail and tidiness. This is an excellent opportunity for a Skilled/Sole Gardener to showcase their skills in a stunning private garden, in a beautiful part of the country.
LOCATION: York, Yorkshire
SALARY: £32,000 DOE
JOB No: EC43373
If this Sole Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Sole 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 Sole Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Gardener
A self-motivated gardener is sought after to maintain the gardens of our client’s main residence as well as three other properties owned by the client within a 5-mile radius of each other near Richmond, Yorkshire.
The mature gardens of the 1-acre main property are made up of large herbaceous, perennial and some annual boarders, lawn, hedges and a pond with a water feature. The other properties have smaller gardeners (about 300 – 500 square feet) with lawns and mixed and herbaceous borders. There is also a green in the middle of a couple of the properties which would need the lawn cutting.
The gardener will be self-sufficient and excellent at managing their own time across the properties. Good communication skills is also important and is someone who interacts well with others. Other responsibilities include grounds work, small handyman jobs / household repairs and occasional driving. They should also be dog friendly as part of the role will consist of walking the owners two spaniel dogs every morning.
The owners are looking for a reliable and hardworking all rounded gardener with a good personality seeking their next long-term opportunity. A sense of humour and positive attitude is also important to the client. The successful candidate will have good horticultural knowledge for all areas mentioned above and ideally hold a horticultural qualification. Good lawn care is essential as is the ability to operate a range of garden machinery including a ride on motor, strimmer and the usual garden machinery. It would also be beneficial but not essential to hold a PA1 and PA6A pesticide and herbicide spraying licence. A UK driving licence and own vehicle is essential.
A vehicle and equipment are provided to use during working hours and to go between the different properties. Hours would be 8.30 to 5pm Monday to Friday with ½ hour for lunch. A heated boot room is available for breaks & lunches. References will be required.
SALARY: £30,000 – 35,000 DOE
LOCATION: Near Richmond, Yorkshire
JOB No: EC29225
If this Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this 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 Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
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Tree Nursery Manager
Tree Nursery Manager required
Job Ref ADV325
Castle Howard Estate is located in the picturesque area of outstanding natural beauty that is the Howardian Hills in North Yorkshire. The Estate is a varied mix of arable and pastural farmland, the House and grounds, Estate villages and some of the premier traditional mixed woodland in the country. The woodland consists of 2000 acres and is a diverse mix of species and age classes. The woodlands are managed for a variety of uses including commercial timber production, sporting, landscape quality and amenity and education. With regards to the Tree and Shrub Nursery, a traditional operation is currently run and provides both hardwood and softwood tree saplings to the wider estate and regional customers throughout the season.
The Estate currently occupies a traditional Tree and Shrub Nursery totalling some 8 acres and we are a looking for a commercially driven Tree Nursery Manager to develop and expand the operation by a further 10 acres, in line with the business plan. Reporting to the Head of Estates, the successful candidate will develop and lead on this work and will also oversee the production of all orders and ensure Health & Safety procedures are in place and adhered to by the team.
The ideal candidate will have extensive horticulture or nursery related knowledge, a strong foresight for marketing gaps and opportunities and effective communication and organisation skills.
This is an exciting time for the development of the tree nursery and its expansion.
For further information about this role please visit our website www.castlehoward.co.uk/get-involved/recruitment or to apply please send a CV and covering letter to hr@castlehoward.co.uk.
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Forestry Assistant
Forestry Assistant required
Job Ref ADV
Castle Howard Estate is located in the picturesque area of outstanding natural beauty that is the Howardian Hills in North Yorkshire. The Estate is a varied mix of arable and pastural farmland, the House and grounds, Estate villages and some of the premier traditional mixed woodland in the country. The woodland consists of 2000 acres and is a diverse mix of species and age classes. The woodlands are managed for a variety of uses including commercial timber production, sporting, landscape quality and amenity and education. With regards to the Tree and Shrub Nursery, a traditional operation is currently run and provides both hardwood and softwood tree saplings to the wider estate and regional customers throughout the season.
The Forestry Assistant will support the ongoing preservation of the 2000 acres of woodland on the Castle Howard Estate, our woodlands range from commercial coniferous plantations to magnificent mature oak woods. We also have one of the last traditional Estate tree & shrub nurseries in England, supplying top quality trees grown from UK & Estate gathered seed.
Duties & Responsibilities
-Be responsible for the Estate’s trees and deal with any problems as they
-Assist with the works of the woodland management grant programme including felling and thinning, re-planting, maintenance & vermin control.
-Maintain woodlands in an acceptable
-Support the felling and efficient delivery of
-Working with the Forestry Manager to be responsible for all aspects of tree safety across the
-Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably
-Operate in accordance with Castle Howard Health and Safety Policy at all times.
Person Specification
-Spraying certificates (PA1 & PA6)
-Chainsaw certificate (CS30/31)
-NPTC Brushcutter certificate
Knowledge & Experience
-Forestry/Woodland management expertise
-Experience with a firewood processor
-Experience with a tractor-based forwarder
Attributes
-Ability to work within a team and on own initiative
-Flexible approach to duties taken
-Effective communication and organisational skills
-Systematic and cheerful approach
Specifications
-Clean driving licence
Desirable
Knowledge & Experience
-Understanding of Woodland management plans
-Customer service/sales skills
We are recruiting a Forestry Assistant to support the ongoing preservation of the 2000 acres of woodland on the Castle Howard Estate. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the forest portfolio including felling and thinning, replanting, maintenance and vermin control. We are looking for candidates who have forestry or woodland management experience and the relevant qualifications including spraying, chainsaw and brushcutter certificates. This role will also involve lone working so candidates must be comfortable working independently and on their own initiative and have a flexible approach to duties undertaken.
For further information about this role please visit our website www.castlehoward.co.uk/get-involved/recruitment or to apply please send a CV and covering letter to hr@castlehoward.co.uk.
https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/
Assistant Forestry Manager
Assistant Forestry Manager required
Job Ref ADV323
The Castle Howard Estate, which features over 200 listed buildings and monuments, is situated within the Howardian Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 15 miles north-east of York. The estate is approximately 8,800 acres (3,561 ha), comprising 6,100 acres of farmland, 2,100 acres of woodland and 600 acres of parkland.
The Assistant Forestry Manager will support the ongoing preservation of the 2000 acres of woodland on the Castle Howard Estate, our woodlands range from commercial coniferous plantations to magnificent mature oak woods. We also have one of the last traditional Estate tree & shrub nurseries in England, supplying top quality trees grown from UK & Estate gathered seed.
Duties & Responsibilities
-Assist with the management of commercial timber production, sporting & general amenity
-Assist with the woodland management plans & grant programme of works. Strategic plans include felling and thinning, re-planting, maintenance & vermin control.
-Maintain woodlands in an acceptable
-Sawmill duties to include the purchase of raw materials to be arranged for conversion and haulage of river piles to customers.
-Support the felling and efficient delivery of
-Purchase necessary materials in regards to forest
-Deal with sales & advice to customers, overseeing production of
-Work with the Forestry Manager to be responsible for all aspects of tree safety across the
-Assist with the day to day management of the Forestry department, duties to include monitoring health and safety policies, being on call for tree incidents, and the upkeep of the Tree Incident book and liaise with consultants regarding tree inspections and implement recommended
-Carry out other operations, tasks and activities as instructed by the Forestry Manager as may be necessary from time to time.
-Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably
-Operate in accordance with Castle Howard Health and Safety Policy at all times.
Person Specification
-Either a BSc or HND forestry qualification
-Chainsaw certificate (CS30/31)
-Other forestry related registered qualifications
Knowledge & Experience
Forestry/Woodland management expertise
Attributes
-Ability to work within a team and on own initiative
-Flexible approach to duties taken
-Effective communication and organisational skills
-Systematic and cheerful approach
-IT literate
Special Features
-Clean driving licence
-Good physical fitness and enthusiasm for working outdoors
Desirable
Knowledge & Experience
- Knowledge of UKWAS standards desirable
- An understanding of Woodland management plans
- Customer service/sales skills
- An understanding of other Estate operations
The Estate’s woodlands currently consists of commercial coniferous plantations to magnificent mature oakwoods and we are looking for an Assistant Forestry Manager to support the management of the forestry department. The successful candidate will assist with woodland management plans and grant programme of works and operational duties including the felling and delivery of logs. They will also be responsible for all aspects of tree safety across the Estate. The successful candidate will have an extensive experience of managing within the forestry or woodland industry and hold relevant forestry qualifications. They will be able to work on their own initiative and have a systematic and cheerful approach to their duties.
For further information about this role please visit our website www.castlehoward.co.uk/get-involved/recruitment or to apply please send a CV and covering letter to hr@castlehoward.co.uk.
https://www.castlehoward.co.uk/
Nursery Manager - ADV271 - Please respond direct to the advertiser
Manager required for busy wholesale/retail nursery in East Yorkshire. The nursery was established on this site since 1944 and has approximately 6 Ha (15 acres) producing open ground trees and approximately 2 acres of standing ground for containers. We have approximately 1200 m² of polytunnels for retail sales and growing.
Manager's duties:
- Organising and supervising existing 5 staff
- Dealing with retail and wholesale customers
- Ordering stock for growing on and resale
- Planning production
Good plant knowledge is essential, as is knowledge and experience of production techniques.
Ability to direct, organise, motivate and engage with existing staff.
Confidence to interact with wholesale and retail customers.
Numerate and literate to a good standard.
Fork-lift truck experience/qualification an advantage.
Tree Maintenance Officer - ADV270 - Please respond direct to the advertiser
Tree Maintenance Officer required
We are looking for experienced and well motivated tree climbers/maintenance officers to help ensure that all WDH trees remain in a safe and healthy condition.
As part of our Landscape Team you will work both from the ground and within the tree canopy using specialised equipment in order to maintain trees to high quality standards whilst also ensuring that safe working practice is applied at all times to protect personal and public safety
Applicants will have:
- the experience of and ability to carry out all tree work to British Standards through the use of appropriate arboriculture equipment and machinery;
- an understanding of the concept of customer care;proven awareness of health and safety procedures; and
- the ability to carry out a range of general duties that will have a positive impact on our environments.
Applicants will need a valid UK driving licence and the ability to tow trailers under C1E of the UK driving licence regulations in order to travel throughout the district and to locations required by the business.
As an employer WDH can offer you a great set of benefits which includes:
- 25 days holiday (rising to 30 over 5 years service) + statutory bank holidays;
- a wide range of personal development opportunities;
- a fantastic health and wellbeing package;
- a very attractive pension scheme (14.3% employer contribution); and
- “cycle to work” scheme and discounted shopping platform
WDH is accredited by Investors in People, which means we recognise that our employees are our most valuable asset.
If, after reading the job description, you would like more information about this role please contact Mike English, Landscape Manager on 01977 788845.
You can also contact our Recruitment Team on 01977 724698.
Please note: Working hours are flexible and will include some evening and weekend working especially during times of adverse weather conditions. The role will also require you to respond to emergency situations on our estates which will include work out of normal office hours as required.
Closing Date: 4 October 2019
Tree Surveyor - ADV260 - Please respond direct to advertiser
Tree Surveyor x2
37 hours
Reference number: W056/19
We are looking for qualified, experienced and well motivated tree surveyors to help ensure that all WDH trees remain in a safe and healthy condition.
As part of our Landscape Team you will work both independently and as part of the team in surveying all 28,000 trees that WDH manage to determine their current health, condition and of any maintenance work that is required. The role may also require you to respond to emergency situations on our estates which will include work out of normal office hours as required.
Applicants will have:
- suitable qualification in Arboriculture and knowledge of legislation and current issues affecting the provision of arboriculture;
- relevant experience of working in a similar customer focused role;an understanding of the concept of customer care;
- proven awareness of health and safety procedures; and
- the ability to carry out a range of general duties that will have a positive impact on our environments.
Applicants will need a valid UK driving licence in order to travel throughout the district and to locations required by the business.
If you would like more information about this role please contact Mike English, Landscape Manager on 01977 788845 or visit our website.
Please note working hours are flexible and will include some evening and weekend working especially during times of adverse weather conditions.
WDH is accredited by Investors in People, which means we recognise that our employees are our most valuable asset. Among the benefits of joining us, all new starters receive an annual leave entitlement linked to length of service, access to a fantastic Employee Benefits discount scheme, auto-enrolment into a Local Government Pension Scheme and the opportunity to request flexible working arrangements.
You can also contact our Recruitment Team on 01977 724698.
Please note we do not accept CVs.
Closing date: 22 May 2019
Groundsperson - ADV251 - Please respond direct to advertiser
The opportunity has arisen for a full time Groundsperson to join the staff at Harewood, working as part of a dedicated team within the surroundings of one of England’s finest country houses. The successful candidate will work closely with the Grounds & Gardens Supervisor to ensure the park and visitor amenities, such as footpaths, play equipment and recreational facilities are kept safe, clean and tidy. As well as general grounds maintenance such as grass cutting, strimming, litter picking, turf laying and leaf collecting etc, you will carry out repairs and provide general assistance to the Visitor Experience and Retail teams on a daily basis, as well as assist the Events and Education teams as required for setting up indoor and outdoor events, workshops, seasonal activities and installations. Some aspects of the role are physically demanding and it requires working in all weathers. Safety checks, risk assessments, tree inspections and record keeping all form an important part of the role.
About you
To be successful in the post of Groundsperson you will need to demonstrate a great deal of flexibility and enthusiasm for working as part of a collaborative team in a busy and varied work environment. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude and a great work ethic who is self-motivated and hard-working, with the ability to engage with visitors and colleagues in a professional and friendly manner. Being committed to helping others, as well as being reliable and honest are essential qualities for the success of this post.
Key Result Areas
- Liaise closely with the Grounds & Gardens Supervisor to implement maintenance schedules and work programmes
- Enthuse, instruct and supervise trainees and volunteers as assigned
- Deliver high standards of work to help others to achieve collective team goals
- Contribute to the process of staff training and development
- Maintain high standards of health & safety; carry out risk assessments, COSHH assessments and manual handling assessments as required
- Ensure that all machinery and equipment are used correctly and maintained in good condition; carry out safety checks and report defects to the supervisor
- Closing up the park at the end of the day, according to a rota
- Engage with visitors and deliver the best possible experience of Harewood, host guided tours as required
- Be aware and constantly vigilant to the risks of fire, theft and flood and at all times observe the current instructions regarding fire and security issued by Harewood House Trust
- Carry out park duties and assist the Visitor Experience and Retail teams on a daily basis and the Events and Education teams as requested
- Uphold the Trust’s values by being: Friendly, not remote; Engaging, not aloof; Warm, not cold; Spirited, not strict; Generous, not mean; Delightful, not demure; Courageous, not timid; Relevant, not stagnant
- Adhere to all Harewood House Trust policies and procedures
- Carry out any other duties as reasonably requested.
Person Specification
E = essential, (D) = desirable
- Previous experience of working in a similar role (E)
- Relevant training and certification (D)
- Full UK driving licence (E)
- Good communication skills and the ability to supervise and co-ordinate others (E)
- A flexible approach to working time with availability for weekend duty rota (E)
- A positive attitude to working in a busy and varied outdoor environment (E)
- Experience of working in a customer care environment (E)
- A commitment to teamwork and helping other people (E)
- A professional and friendly manner(E)
- Reliability and honesty (E)
- Hard-working and self-motivated (E)
- A commitment to equal opportunities (E)
- A desire to learn (E)
- A commitment to working in the charity sector (E)
- An interest in or appreciation of the arts / culture / heritage (D)
If you are interested in becoming a full-time Groundsperson at Harewood House, then please complete the application form available from our website https://harewood.org/about/blog-2/jobs/. We will close this advert on 31 March, but may close this early depending on the response.
No agencies please.
