Gardener - ADV222

A vacancy has arisen for an experienced Gardener to join the busy Grounds and Gardens team who are responsible for maintaining the School’s 250-acre site to a high standard. The successful candidate will assist in ensuring that the gardens look their best all year round whilst also assisting with the development of new planting schemes throughout the grounds.

Applicants should be hardworking with excellent attention to detail and have a good working knowledge of garden maintenance and health and safety. A flexible and enthusiastic approach to work is essential as is the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Exact hours of work will be discussed at the interview stage but both part time and full time working will be considered.

For further details and to apply please visit the School’s website: www.canford.com

Closing date: Midday on Tuesday, 29th May 2018.

Canford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo child protection screening.

 


Assistant Gardener - University of Oxford - ADV219

Assistant Gardener 

Estate Services - University Parks, South Lodge, South Parks Road, Oxford

Do you have an interest in gardening that you would like to develop into a career?

We are a small, dedicated and enthusiastic team maintaining the University Parks and many other University gardens to a high standard. Owing to expansion of the University we are looking for a committed person to join us; this is an opportunity to work in a range of interesting environments with unusual plant collections. We undertake all aspects of garden maintenance and development, and operate a broad range of equipment.

In return for your commitment we can offer a range of benefits, including further training, good working conditions and a contributory pension scheme.

Previous experience in horticulture or a land-based industry is desirable for this post.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 4 May 2018, with interviews for shortlisted candidates scheduled to take place on Wednesday 23 May 2018.

To apply for this position, please click on the following link: http://bit.ly/Oxford_University_Assistant_Gardener_job

Vacancy ID : 134197

Closing Date : 04-May-2018

Contact Email : recruitment@admin.ox.ac.uk

Thank you for the interest you have shown in the Assistant Gardener position. 


General Operative (Horticulture) - ADV220

Job Title: General Operative (Horticulture)

Salary: £7.50 - £9.50 per hour (£15,600 - £19,750)

Reporting to: Project Supervisor

Hours: 40 hours a week

About us and the role:

We are a family run business that is looking for a General Operative to help deliver our extensive range of tree planting projects across the South West.

We manage private and commercial client landscape projects, mainly focused on the research, sourcing, supply and planting of excellent quality, hard to find or specialist trees from the UK and Europe.

The Role

  • Support Team Leader on projects by ensuring all tasks are carried out professionally and to the highest of quality
  • Assisting in the planting of Trees, Shrubs and Hedges
  • Ensuring the site is kept tidy at all times
  • Driving vehicles to and from site when required
  • To represent Tree Research in a professional manner at all times
  • Set up and install irrigation when required
  • Tidy up and prune Trees, Shrubs and Hedges when required
  • Any Ad Hoc duties that are required from Directors, General Manager or Team Leader

Essential

  • Full, clean UK driving license
  • Horticultural experience
  • Familiarity with hand tools
  • Good communication skills with clients and staff
  • Level 2 RHS Horticultural/ Arboricultural qualifications or similar

Desirable

  • First Aid certificate
  • CSCS Card
  • Knowledge of tree identification
  • We can offer appropriate training for your role
  • Driving license categories BE, C1, C & C1E
  • NPORS Card: All Terrain Telehandler
  • Extensive tree and plant knowledge including soil specifications and latin names

Salary and Benefits

Salary: £7.50 - £9.50 per hour (£15,600 - £19,750)

We offer a great benefits package such as 20 days holiday, a pension scheme and exciting and varied projects to work on.

If you would like to apply for the position, please email a CV and covering letter to Rangana@treeresearch.co.uk explaining why you think this role is for you.

http://www.treeresearch.co.uk/


Under Gardener – E104

Under Gardener required in Berkshire

Would you like to work for a client who owns a 12 acre private garden containing a stunning mixture of herbaceous beds and borders, lawns and trees and shrubs in a formal garden setting. This role is ideal for someone fresh out of college or a more mature person wishing to gain hands on experience working in a delightful large private garden within a small team.

Key points:

  • Garden maintenance of a high end estate garden
  • Pruning, dead heading and shrub maintenance
  • Propagation
  • Growing fruit and vegetables
  • Learning about pests and diseases

Must haves:

  • Enthusiasm and willingness to learn and gain knowledge from the Head Gardener
  • Willingness to take on responsibility when required and involved in all aspects of the garden 
  • Good health and prepared to work outdoors in all weathers
  • Own transport to commute to work

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Ruth Bolam on 01233 732767

To view more Gardening jobs click Gardening or to view Landscape jobs click Landscape.

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Under 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 the Under Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Experienced Maintenance Gardener - G901

Are you an experienced Maintenance Gardener?

Are you based in Surrey?

Would you like to work for an established company who specialise in providing garden maintenance and gardening services to both high-end commercial and residential clients?

Would you like the variety of working in both large and small gardens?

Key points

The person appointed will be responsible for a variety of garden maintenance tasks where a high standard is essential. You will be working within a team servicing established clients throughout Surrey. This position offers a range of benefits, as well as training, development and career progression opportunities.

Must haves

  • Full UK driving licence
  • Horticultural qualification Level 2 or higher
  • Experience in using a broad range of horticultural machinery and equipment
  • Practical experience of garden maintenance, including hedge cutting to a high standard

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com

To view more Gardening jobs click Gardening or to view more Landscape jobs click Landscape.

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Experienced 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 the Experienced Maintenance Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Nursery Despatch Supervisor - N317

Are you looking for an opportunity to work with an established family business?

Are you a self-motivated individual who can work to tight deadlines?

Are you a positive person with good plant knowledge?

The overall aim of this role is to control and co-ordinate the total despatch process from daily picking organisation to loading lorries and liaising with the sales department.

Key points

  • Pick and collate orders as required from a Picking List, making sure that all plants are adequately watered and in good condition before packing
  • Load orders onto vehicles for despatch
  • Assist with goods inwards and unloading vehicles
  • Supervise despatch staff in the picking and loading of orders

Must haves

  • Strong plant knowledge
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
  • Ability to manage workload in a sometimes demanding environment
  • Counterbalance Forklift Licence an advantage

 This is a physical role working outside in all weathers

This role is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a number of exciting projects and make your mark with an ambitious company. As a key player in the company you will be eligible for an exceptional performance related bonus scheme as well as professional development and career progression.

Benefits for this role include-

  • A vehicle, mobile phone and 28 days holiday
  • After one year of service you will be entitled to a health care and bonus scheme
  • CSCS Card is preferred, but not essential

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com

To view more nursery positions click Nursery 

To apply for a position with horticruitment you will need to complete a candidate registration form, please see Candidate Registration.

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Nursery Despatch Supervisor 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 the Nursery Despatch Supervisor vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Plant Sales Assistant - Chessington Garden Centre - ADV217

Plant Sales Assistant - Chessington Garden Centre

You will be responsible for:

  • Daily care of the Plant departments including pruning, watering and cleaning of all plants
  • Maintaining the stock levels of all products associated with the plant departments
  • Supporting the plant team with customer service and care including houseplants, outdoor plants and creating plant displays
  • Helping and giving advice to all levels of customer from beginner through to experienced hobbyists
  • Ensuring all relevant paperwork is completed to comply with CITES requirements and company policies and procedures
  • Providing support in other areas of the business when needed

The Person

  • You must be well presented, outgoing and friendly
  • You should have an keen interest in plants and be willing to further your knowledge through both internal and external training
  • You must be able to work unsupervised and use your own initiative
  • You must be able to communicate with customers
  • Retail experience with plants is preferred but not essential

If you are interested in this role please visit our website (www.chessingtongardencentre.co.uk) to submit our online application form or you can send your hand written application form to: The Personnel Manager, Chessington Garden Centre, Chessington, Surrey, KT9 2NG.

Due to the high number of applicants we receive sadly we cannot reply to everyone, therefore if you do not hear back from us within 2 weeks please assume you have been unsuccessful this time.


Maintenance Gardener - A668

An opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Gardener to work for an established and well respected company near Burwash, Kent.  The company provides high quality garden maintenance and horticultural services to a range of loyal clients in the area. Experienced and newly-qualified gardeners are encouraged to apply.

Due to continued success, the company now requires an additional Maintenance Gardener to join the existing team. You will ideally hold a recognised horticultural qualification and a good level of gardening experience, good horticultural knowledge, experience with a range of grounds maintenance machinery and equipment, and will be used to working within a team and on you own initiative.  The role will involve maintenance gardening on a full-time basis, primarily on domestic properties. 

You will be expected to undertake physical gardening duties such as hedge cutting and lawn maintenance as well as pruning, planting, bed/border maintenance.  You should be willing to carry out a range of other gardening tasks as they arise.  A spray ticket (PA1/PA6) is desired, though training can be offered if necessary. 

This is a full-time permanent position, and to ensure your job security you should be willing to assist with various one-off garden projects during the winter months.

The successful applicant will be conscientious and well presented, flexible in your approach to work, be physically fit and have a positive ‘can-do’ attitude. A full UK driving licence is essential, as is your own car for travel to and from the rural yard. 

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 732767.

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Experienced 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 the Experienced Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Nursery Plant Assistant (Planted Containers) - T460

Would you enjoy the challenge of assisting this award winning nursery in the planting up of colour themed hanging baskets and containers?

Do you have an eye for colour and shape?

Are you motivated to see each task through to completion providing excellent quality arrangements?

Key points

•Planting of quality containers keeping standards consistently high

•Assist the plantarea team in stocking up, pricing and moving stock

•Merchandising containers to maximise sales

•Be aware of seasonal changes and keeping up to date with new ideas

•To assist in other areas of the business as and when required

Must haves

•A creative mind with a good eye for colour

•Good plant knowledge

•The ability to work unattended when required

•A passion to reach and deliver high standards in your work

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com

To view more nursery positions click Nursery 

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Nursery Plant Assistant 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 the Nursery Plant Assistant vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Plant Expert - T459

Are you interested to join an award winning team to include Best Plant Area in the region and 2nd best in the UK?

Do you enjoy maintaining high quality plants and creating inspiring displays?

Can you combine an impressive knowledge of plants and gardening with excellent customer service?

Key points

•To undertake daily watering and stocking up of the outdoor plant areas

•To create dynamic displays, which encourage customer sales

•To confidently answer customer queries and be knowledgeable about planting combinations

•To assist in other areas of the business to include till work and nursery production

•To work directly with and support the Plant department manager

Must haves

•A good knowledge of plants and gardening

•Be a good team player able to multi task

•Enjoy offering a good level of customer sales and service

•Thrive in a fast paced environment

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com

To view more garden centre positions click Retail.

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Plant Expert 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 the Plant Expert vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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