Skilled Despatch Operative - S649
Our client is one of the leading suppliers of top-quality plants to the British landscaping Industry. From a 40-acre container site they produce and contact-grow a huge variety of plants, shrubs and trees. They are currently seeking a candidate to work within the Despatch team and ensure orders are picked and prepared in a timely manner to meet customer requirements and expectations.
Do you have good horticultural knowledge?
Are you a good team player with a flexible approach?
Are you well organised with good attention to detail?
Key points
- Selecting plant stock from nursery locations to meet customer requirements
- Maintenance of order-related paperwork to ensure accurate Inventory control
- Assisting with loading and unloading of lorries as required
- Assisting with maintaining stock and general husbandry duties
- Working as part of a successful productive team of staff
Must haves
- Good horticultural knowledge
- Forklift license is preferable but not essential
- Good reliability and flexibility
- Able to take on a range of daily task with efficiency and accuracy
If this Skilled Despatch Operative vacancy is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com.
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Garden Centre Supervisor - B326
Our client has a well-established Plant & Garden centre stocking the very best quality plants, garden sundries, gifts and leisure goods. Family run, they have gained a good reputation for providing excellent customer sales and service. They are currently seeking a Garden Centre Supervisor who will play an integral part of the team either based in the shop department or outside plantarea.
Do you have a passion for horticulture providing excellent customer service?
Can you provide good attention to detail in all daily tasks?
Are you keen to develop your career and take on a good level of responsibility?
Key points
- Presentation and displays of a wide range of products
- Ensuring the department is fully stocked and well maintained
- Leading and supervising a team of staff
- Providing excellent customer sales & service
- Assisting the department manager with other duties as and when required
Must haves
- A good understanding of garden centre retailing
- A professional and friendly approach to all tasks
- Good horticultural knowledge
- Good organisational skills and happy to multi task when required
If this Garden Centre Supervisor vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com.
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Team Leader Seasonal Plants - P183
Team Leader Seasonal Plants required
Our client has an expanding group of highly successful innovative garden centres, renowned for their extensive range of both indoor and outdoor plants. This garden centre is particularly known for its range of over 200 home bred roses, many of which have won awards worldwide. They are currently seeking a Team Leader of Seasonal Plants to join the team at this superb centre.
Do you enjoy the challenge of providing exciting plant displays?
Do you have good horticultural knowledge and enjoying sharing this with customers?
Are you meticulous in terms of presentation and display?
Key points
- Providing a well-presented department with innovative plant displays?
- Stock control of an extensive range of plants
- Working as part of a successful team assisting in other areas as and when required
- Providing great customer service and advice
- Supporting the department manager to maintain excellent standards of plant retailing
Must haves
- A sound knowledge of plant retailing
- Excellent customer sales & service skills
- Good team leadership skills
- A passion to maintain and deliver excellent standards throughout
If this Team Leader Seasonal Plants vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com.
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Hardy Plants Team Leader - S548
Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Hardy Plants Team Leader to join the team. This site has planning consent to triple the size of the covered retail area with work due to start later in the year. This centre has gone from strength to strength attracting a steady stream of customers with popular departments to include plants, floristry, landscaping, gifts and indoor and outdoor lifestyle ranges, with a team dedicated to providing sound advice with inspirational ideas to ensure the customer has a memorable shopping experience.
Do you enjoy providing excellent customer service and sharing your knowledge?
Can you provide innovative plant displays?
Do you enjoy working as part of a successful team of staff?
Key points
- Merchandising and displays of all hardy plants
- Ensuring the department is looking fresh and interesting
- Monitoring sales and maintaining accurate stocking levels
- Providing excellent customer sales and service
- Assisting the department manager as and when required
Must haves
- Previous experience in plant retailing or similar background
- Possess excellent attention to detail in all areas of the role
- Be enthusiastic and dedicated to providing the highest standards
- A good working knowledge of horticulture with relevant qualification
If this Hardy Plants Team Leader vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com.
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Gardener - Live Out - EC6401 - This position has now been filled
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven and enthusiastic gardener to be part of a team who care for the gardens and grounds surrounding a magnificent property in Somerset.
This is an idyllic setting with stunning views across the valley with many magnificent and unusual specimen trees, as well as sweeping lawns which slope down to a heart shaped lake. There is an enclosed formal garden next to the main property, shrubbery, pergola with wisteria, walled formal garden in an Italianate style, box hedges and topiary work and a rose-bower garden. There are also two vegetable gardens, a cut flower garden, orchard and three heated greenhouses used for propagation. The property is well equipped with a range of garden machinery.
This is a “hands-on” position and the gardens and grounds are maintained to a high standard. Suitable candidates will have some horticultural knowledge and a genuine interest in herbaceous plants, shrubs, basic pruning techniques, and the ability to identify weeds. Experience with propagating, planting, weeding and general plant care of flowers, fruits and shrubs would be beneficial. Spray certificates PA1 and PA6 would also be an advantage but training can be provided by the owners. Applicants with experience in common garden machinery use is desired; strimmers, mowers and blowers.
This position will report to Head Gardener and there are currently two other gardeners working onsite. Candidates should have a positive attitude towards their work and colleagues, be reliable, punctual, physically fit, and well presented. He / She should be prepared to work outside in all weathers and have the determination and drive to get the job done to a high standard. Applicants will ideally hold a full UK driving licence.
This is an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified gardener with some practical experience and wishes to gain further hands on experience working on a large private estate garden to develop their skills and knowledge through practical work and mentoring from senior gardeners.
SALARY: £17,000 -20,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Somerset, near Yeovil and Wincanton
JOB No: EC6401
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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Junior Gardener - EC6296 - This position has now been filled
Junior Gardener required
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a passionate and enthusiastic hands-on gardener to assist in the continuing maintenance and restoration of a beautiful English landscape garden in Surrey.
Our client is Grade 1 eighteenth century landscape garden of great importance. The garden is set in a wooded valley and covers 158 acres with a serpentine lake, a Chinese bridge, a walled garden, vineyard, ruined abbey, a Turkish tent and a remarkable grotto. The restoration of the garden began in the 1980’s with the aim to restore this “living work of art” and now is enjoyed by the public.
As a hands-on Gardener, you’ll assist in making sure that the garden and surroundings are maintained to a high standard. You’ll become driven, passionate and knowledgeable about the varied plants within the garden and its significant position within history. This role will include a range of practical horticultural tasks to develop, enhance and conserve the garden and contribute to the delivery of projects. You'll be helping with hard and soft landscaping and general maintenance of the garden, such as mulching, pruning, leaf clearing and weeding. You’ll support with the planting and maintenance of vegetables, vines, annuals, trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants.
As a member of the team you’ll also support garden volunteers/students and help them to make the most of their time here. You’ll be expected to interact with the public on a daily basis, answering questions and passing the time of day. Helping out with gardening workshops, tours and the setting up/take down of events when needed.
The ideal candidate will have good plant knowledge and have a minimum of 3 years practical experience, ideally on a historic garden. A horticultural qualification is beneficial but not essential, and spray certificates (PA1/PA6) and chainsaw certificates would be an advantage. Candidates must be presentable, positive in their approach and comfortable with participating in garden activities, events and interaction with visitors. Candidates should be aware of the physical nature of the position, and of the requirement to work in all weather conditions. This post also requires the use of garden machinery and may involve some working at heights.
SALARY: Circa £18,750
LOCATION: Surrey
JOB No: EC6296
If this Junior Gardener (Live Out) vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Groundsperson - ADV258 - 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.
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.
River Keeper/ Estate Gardener/ Water Bailiff - Live In - EC6290 - This position has now been filled
A rare and interesting opportunity has arisen for a River Keeper/ Estate Gardener/ Water Bailiff to join a Paper Mill Estate within the heart of the Kent countryside.
Our client owns a fishery which includes course and trout fishing lakes as well as river fishing and clay shooting. The 26-acre estate comprises a Trout Lake, Coarse Fishery, River, Woodland and Lawn. They currently seek an enthusiastic and driven River Keeper/Estate Gardener/ Water Bailiff to maintain the fishery, as well as carry out other general gardening and maintenance duties around the estate.
The successful candidate will maintain the garden consisting of grass, flower beds, trees, hedges, gates and fences on site. He / She will be responsible for the security of the house and fisheries site including the care park and fire station. Controlling the levels of the River and the Lakes is part of the role and must be managed at all times, therefore the candidate is responsible for the handover of this duty to a specific individual when leaving the site. He / She will test the fire pump, hydrants and fire hoses on the site in conjunction with the Mill Engineer.
In additional, the successful candidate will be responsibility for all mowers, boats, tools and equipment owned by the client. He / She will manage the upkeep and maintenance of the stock, fishery and shooting grounds including vermin control. Other duties may be necessary for the smooth running of the estate, the fishery and Shooting Grounds including maintenance of the swimming pool. He / She will assist in the organising and the running of corporate let days as well as the organising and leading of working parties to carry out specific tasks at the fishery / shooting grounds.
You must be able to use your own initiative, work efficiently and should be able to use a chainsaw, back pack sprayer, tractor mower and be able to swim. He / She will be dog friendly as they would be expected to look after the owner’s dogs in their absence.
The position requires being based on site therefore a 2-bedroom unfurnished cottage is offered with this opportunity. All bills including council tax, water and electricity are the responsibility of the tenant. Logs to fuel the central heating boiler may be gathered from the estate.
The Rota (Hours and days of work) will be mutually agreed in advance and set on a weekly / monthly basis. You will be entitled to four weeks paid holiday per annum in addition to the Statutory Bank Holidays. Should any of these need to be worked, time off in lieu will be given.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who truly enjoys a real country keeper way of life.
SALARY: Circa £17,500
LOCATION: Kent
JOB No: EC6290
If this River Keeper/ Estate Gardener/ Water Bailiff vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Maintenance Gardener x 2 - Live In/Live Out - EC6289 - This position has now been filled
A prestigious business in Norfolk has two exciting new opportunities for an experienced Maintenance Gardener and a junior Maintenance Gardener to join their Garden Maintenance and Landscaping Team.
The company, based in West Norfolk, provides high standards of Farm and Real Estate services that includes the grounds maintenance work and Landscaping for desirable residential properties local to their office and across North Norfolk and Cambridge.
The Maintenance Gardeners will report into the Team Leader and as a team, you would be responsible for all grounds and garden maintenance tasks using modern vehicles and up to date machinery and equipment. The ideal candidate will have drive and be highly self-motivated with a good eye for detail and complete the work to a high standard. He / She will be organised, maintain compliance with health and safety obligations at all times and carry out work with minimal supervision.
Applicants must have demonstratable experience of garden maintenance and be competent with a full range of machinery. He / She should have good horticultural knowledge and ideally have completed a horticultural training/qualification. A full clean driving licence and chainsaw certificate are essential. Also, the ability to tow trailers, and grounds maintenance related training certificates such as PA1 & PA6 would prove advantageous.
As this job role involves outdoor work in all weather conditions, the successful candidates should be physically fit and complete tasks on time. A reliable, and well-presented person along with good communication skills is expected.
SALARY: £17–24K depending on experience (accommodation available if required)
LOCATION: West Norfolk
JOB No: EC6289
If this Maintenance Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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