Horticultural Team Leader
Horticultural Team Leader required
Job Ref E353
Our client operates five of the largest destination garden centres in the southeast of England. The centre is a premium garden centre offering garden plants, houseplants, garden furniture, clothing, gifts and a large restaurant.
This role is at the heart of everything we do, you’ll be collaborating with the Trading Team and wider Garden Centre on a daily basis to support the smooth running of our centre. You will supervise the Plant team and departments to ensure high standards of customer service, maximise profit and minimise losses.
You will work with the Trading Manager in building horticultural knowledge within the Plant Team to assist our customers. You will be a trusted member of our leadership team, acting as a Key-holder and required to be Duty Manager on occasion. It goes without saying that customer service is essential to this role, and you will embed a high standard of both internal and external customer service in your team. You’ll be passionate about supporting your team, and involved in the recruitment, induction, and ongoing training of your people to deliver our high standards.
About you:
- Previous retail/customer service-related experience
- Good line management skills to guide, develop and motivate teams.
- Horticultural knowledge and/or experience People/team leadership and development
- Strong organizational skills to balance and priorities own and team’s workload to meet deadlines.
- Ability to use own initiative and problem-solve.
- High level of inter-personal and communication skills at all levels.
- Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service.
- Flexible ‘work ethic’ and self-motivated
Desirable skills:
- Relevant product-range knowledge
- Financial and commercial awareness
- Knowledge of health & safety legislation
- IT system/data-base experience
In return they provide:
- Generous Company Discount scheme.
- Retail discount scheme, saving money on day-to-day spending, days out, and gifts.
- Cycle Scheme, helping spread the cost of a bike and saving on tax.
- Health Cash Plan, for a small monthly contribution access a 24-hour online GP service recover costs for dental and optical appointments and more.
- Time off to support local charities, with an annual paid Charity Day
- Wellbeing support with internal Mental Health First Aiders and external Assistance Program providing free counselling and advice for you and your family.
- Company pension scheme for eligible employees
- Free on-site parking
- Up to 38 days of Holiday (pro-rata)
- Uniform provided
If this Horticultural Team Leader vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Jay Rimell on 01233 732767 or recruitment@horticruitment.com.
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Landscape Maintenance Operative
Landscape Maintenance Operative
Job Ref W850
Our client works with regional and national organisations, managing large scale and multi-phased projects. They have several arms specialising in Soft Landscaping, Grounds Maintenance, Commercial Landscaping, Fencing and High-End Residential Projects and are passionate about quality and going over and above to deliver a high calibre of service.
Our client is currently recruiting grounds/landscaper maintenance operatives to join their expanding business in New Build, Commercial and POS Schemes. The team carry out new build projects in Berkshire, Surrey, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, and Oxfordshire, and this encompasses the maintenance agreements on completion of the sites. They also carry out maintenance to a number of commercial schemes.
Candidate Experience/Qualifications:
- Minimum 12 months experience
- A broad range of landscaping skills
- PA1 & PA6 Certificate
- You will need a driving license to be considered for this position
- General organisation of day to day operations.
- Physically fit and dexterous.
- Ability to operate the appropriate tools and equipment.
- Capacity to fulfil your duties independently and on time.
- Good communication skills to liaise with site staff and clients’ representatives.
- Have a tidy way of working, and all work must be carried out to a high standard.
- Ensuring works are carried out on time and signed off once completed.
- CSCS card is required for the role, however we can assist in obtaining this.
What our client offers:
- Permanent opportunity to work for an established landscaping, fencing & maintenance business.
- PAYE
- 20 days holiday per annum + bank holidays
- Vehicle provided (no personal use)
- Tools provided.
- Performance related bonus
- Overtime
- Excellent opportunities for career progressions, development, and training
Working hours are Monday – Friday 40 hours per week
If this Landscape Maintenance Operative vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Jay Rimell on 01233 732767 or recruitment@horticruitment.com,
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Part Time Skilled Gardener
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a part-time Skilled Gardener to maintain a stunning private garden near Lingfield, Surrey. This position would suit a dedicated and knowledgeable plants person with strong horticultural skills and fine attention to detail, that appreciate working for friendly employers who enjoy their garden. This position is offered to experienced gardeners in the locality, on the basis of 3 days per week on a PAYE basis to keep the gardens maintained to a high standard.
The Grade II* listed Tudor manor dates back to the 15th century and has been home to the family over 40 years and is currently home to the 2nd generation. The property is encompassed by 50-acres of farmland, woodland, paddocks and 5-acres of formal garden. Within the gardens are formal lawns, herbaceous borders, topiary, yew hedging, rose garden, orchard with a variety of ancient trees, ponds, and a conservatory growing a variety of produce.
The ideal candidate for this role will be knowledgeable and experienced, holding a recognised horticultural qualification with experience working within a similar environment, with a PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates and chainsaw licence. Demonstrable skill and experience in all aspects of garden care is essential, as is knowledge of garden management, good time management skills, self-start attitude and attention to detail. This is a private, family residence therefore applicants must be friendly, loyal, be trustworthy, self-motivated and interested in assisting with ongoing development of the garden through discussions with the owner (especially with the addition of topiary). Applicants must be physically fit and capable of carrying out a wide range of manual tasks in all weathers. The owners have pets on site; therefore, the successful applicant should be comfortable with cats and small dogs.
Occasionally the Skilled Gardener will be required to help on the wider estate, woodlands or other tasks requested by the owners, so flexibility within the role is necessary. Additional ad hoc tasks may occur and will include but are not limited to, helping set up for any events or functions at the property, pathway clearance, wood chopping, helping with woodland management (excluding tree felling), tree guard/pergola maintenance and other such tasks.
This is a permanent position based on 3 days per week, with working hours 8:00am – 5:00pm which can be flexible dependent on the season. The owners are flexible as to which days during the week the Skilled Gardener will be working, this can be discussed with the principles upon appointment. Applicants should live within commuting distance of the vacancy and have a full driving licence with their own transport. Please note the successful candidate will be subject to reference checks, as well as an enhanced DBS check.
SALARY: £20,000 Per Annum on a PAYE basis (3 DAYS / WEEK)
LOCATION: Lingfield, Surrey
JOB No: EC62557
If this Part Time Skilled Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sophie Sharpe on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Junior Groundsperson
Junior Groundsperson
Job Ref ADV511
We are seeking a Junior Groundsperson to join our almost 300 acre estate which comprises of woodland, grazing field, gardens and lakes.
You would be working with the Groundsman in the extensive grounds at a Country Estate based near Salisbury. The position will be varied, to include but not limited to - logging, chipping, mowing, fencing, groundworks, building maintenance and repair.
You may have relevant qualifications and experience in a similar role with proficiency in operating power tools, hand tools and knowledge of basic repair techniques, however we welcome candidates who are looking to gain experience or someone looking for an opportunity to get into horticulture but we’re just as interested in those who are enthusiastic about working outside, have a keen eye for detail and take real pride in their work. You’ll be a really flexible and positive person and must have a driving licence.
40 hours per week (Mon-Fri) with a half hour lunch break daily. Exact times tbc but would probably be 7am-4pm.
20 days holiday plus bank holidays
Free on site parking
Statutory pension.
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Junior Gardener
Junior Gardener required
Job Ref: ADV509
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a junior gardener to work on a lovely private garden near Rugby. The 5 acre garden is part of a 41 acre estate and has recently undergone a full redesign by a well known garden designer. The garden consists of hedging, topiary, perennial borders, a meadow, old oak trees, water features, veg garden with greenhouse and formal lawns.
The ideal candidate should have some experience in gardening, and a passion to learn. The candidate must have a keen eye for detail, a can do attitude and the ability to learn on the job. You will be working under the head gardener as part of a small team.
The work will include, but not limited to weeding, pruning, hedge cutting, leaf clearing, mulching, and all manner of lawn care.
This is a great opportunity for an open minded, enthusiastic, hardworking individual with a developing skill base looking for a supported role. Someone early on in their career and looking to progress.
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Part Time Gardener
Part Time Gardener required
A rare and attractive opportunity has arisen for an experienced Gardener to work on a three day a week basis in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. A three-bedroom house is provided within the grounds for the successful applicant. Candidates should hold an academic horticultural qualification (ideally at level 3 or higher) and have extensive gardening experience on private estates.
This beautiful Georgian property in the Chilterns is surrounded by four acres of mature garden; one third of which includes a kitchen garden, although the majority of this area is now surplus to requirement. An additional one-acre paddock is located adjacent to the site and is mown regularly. A hot and cold greenhouse, cut flowers area, fruit trees, fruit cages and small vegetable plots provide small amounts of produce when in season, all of which would benefit from your expertise and assistance. The garden also contains mature yew, beech and mixed hedging, extensive lawn areas, mature trees, herbaceous borders, wall-trained roses and a swimming pool. The client is a keen horticulturist and will be directly involved in terms of the overall estate plan, whilst also being strongly receptive to your advice and expertise.
Candidates must be willing to undertake additional duties such as the repairing of fruit cages, fences, filling potholes in the driveway and feeding and cleaning out the chickens once a month etc. where required. The client is abroad for 13 weeks of the year (approximately 2 weeks at a time), during which they require the new employee to take care of their small friendly dog in the provided house as well as the property in general. Dog owners are more than welcome to apply, and applicants must be animal friendly; the owner has a small dog in addition to their chickens. Your responsibility for site security when the client is away during the day/evenings and when abroad, is paramount.
This position would suit an experienced Gardener or couple looking to settle in a beautiful part of the country on a long-term basis. Applicants should have a positive and friendly character, excellent horticulture knowledge and be physically fit and strong. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a highly attractive employed role whilst allowing a generous amount of spare time to undertake additional work if desired.
SALARY: £20,000 (Live in)
LOCATION: Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
JOB No: EC62006
If this Part Time Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Kieran Ellen on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Cemetery & Grounds Operative
Cemetery & Grounds Operative
Job ref ADV505
Edgwarebury Joint Burial Board
Job Description
Purpose of Job:
- To assist the Operations Manager with high-quality maintenance and care of Edgwarebury Cemetery.
- To assist the Operations Manager in the delivery of graveside services including excavation and back-filling of graves with diplomacy, empathy and understanding during contact with the bereaved and with the public in general.
Organisation
Edgwarebury Jewish Cemetery opened in 1973 and the first burial took place in 1975. The Cemetery is managed by the Edgwarebury Joint Burial Board (EJBB) on behalf of the S&P Sephardi Community, West London Synagogue, Liberal Judaism, and Belsize Square Synagogue. The EJBB comprises of members from all four communities and is responsible for the general running and maintenance of the cemetery grounds.
Role Specific Responsibilities
- To assist in, and complete the excavation of graves, including the preparation of the grave for burial and back-filling, using manual and mechanical excavation equipment as required.
- To prepare graves for memorial consecrations.
- To complete grounds maintenance operations including planting, pruning, weeding, spraying, grass cutting, hedge cutting, clearing litter and refuse, and landscaping.
- To provide other grounds maintenance operations as required including memorial stone cleaning and renovations for which full training will be provided.
- Drive a range of vehicles/plant as required and maintain in accordance with manufacturers schedules.
- In addition to the usual range of tools and equipment, the use of powered tools, hedge cutters, generators, mechanical water pumps and light plant is required.
- To maintain garage and container storage facilities in an orderly, satisfactory condition.
- To undertake all mandatory training determined appropriate by the Operations Manager and Cemetery Director.
- To give advice and direction to members of the public when appropriate, positively promoting the services delivered.
- To provide a visible presence, preventing and reporting facility misuse.
- To ensure that all work is performed in a safe and timely manner.
Flexibility
- The post holder may be required to provide other duties to support the requirements of the Operations Manager. These will be consistent with the post and grade.
- To carry out duties outdoors exposed to all weather conditions, including changes of temperature, wind, rain and snow etc. in accordance with EJBB guidelines.
- Work hours will be required to be varied to attend to scheduled and unscheduled work demands.
Communication
- The post holder is required to communicate effectively with staff, funeral directors, contractors, stone masons and site visitors. They are required to accurately receive, act upon and report information.
- The post holder must also communicate effectively with colleagues and members of the public including the bereaved in an honest and sensitive manner.
Equal Opportunities
- The EJBB is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and to the principle that employees should be entitled to work free from intimidation or harassment.
Additional Information
- It is the responsibility of the post holder to attend all meetings as and when required.
- The post holder must adhere to the dress code. Cemetery uniform & PPE is provided.
- To attend supervision on a regular basis with the line manager and an annual appraisal.
- Be aware of the Fire Procedure and understand the correct action to be taken in the event of a fire.
- Staff must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work Act.
- It is the responsibility of the post holder to read and adhere to the EJBB’s policies and procedures.
- It is a requirement of the post holder to maintain confidentiality.
- This job description is subject to alteration in response to changes in legislation or EJBB’s operational procedures.
This 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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Part Time Skilled Gardener
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a part-time Skilled Gardener to maintain an established flower garden to a high horticultural standard near Faringdon, Oxfordshire. This position is offered to self-employed experienced gardeners in the locality, on the basis of 3 days per week to focus on the finer horticultural aspects of the garden.
Although the total size of the garden is 4 acres, the Skilled gardener will be responsible for approximately ½ an acre flower garden encompassing mixed beds and borders, cut flowers and a small kitchen garden. The successful applicant will work alongside an experienced groundsperson who maintains the lawns, hedges, trees and tennis court.
The position would suit a horticulturalist with a real passion and interest in flowering plants. They will be established gardeners with demonstrable experience in managing and maintaining ornamental aspects of gardening. Excellent plant knowledge is required as well as excellent knowledge of species-specific pruning, plant training and growing fruit and vegetables. An ability to identify and manage plant pests and diseases is important.
Applicants should live within commuting distance of the vacancy and have a full driving licence with their own transport.
This is an exciting opportunity open to plantsmen / plantswomen that appreciate working for friendly employers who enjoy their garden. A horticulturalist who is reliable, self-motivated, has excellent time management skills and can demonstrate a thorough understanding of horticulture.
SALARY: £25/ hr DOE
LOCATION: Faringdon, Oxfordshire
JOB No: EC61417
If this Part Time Skilled 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
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Gardener to join the mature garden of an 18th-century private estate located near Pewsey, Wiltshire. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a genuine passion for working outdoors and a keen interest in horticulture. As a Junior Gardener, you will have the chance to learn and develop your skills whilst assisting in the maintenance to enhance a beautiful, mature English country garden. This is a permanent role, based on a 4-day week.
The idyllic 3-acre garden borders the River Avon and features many wonderful elements including formal lawns, a mini moat which runs into a large lily pond, mature trees, a walled garden and lots of pots containing coloured annual plants. Other features include beds and borders with cottage garden favourites such as centranthus, lavender, Alchemilla mollis and peony, with the main building clad in climbing roses and wisteria. The gardens are also host to a productive kitchen garden with fruit cages growing a variety of fruits and vegetables for the main house. The garden is mature and has been professionally maintained therefore the owners are looking for passionate and enthusiastic candidates to help keep the gardens at a high standard.
Some experience within the horticultural sector is essential and it will be important for candidates to demonstrate a commitment to furthering their career in amenity horticulture. As such, it would be advantageous for candidates to show a background in gardening on private estates, volunteering or paid employment.
Under the guidance of the existing Skilled Gardener, the Junior Gardener will be involved with a variety of horticultural practices to help maintain the gardens on a year-round basis following the annual calendar. Duties will include but are not limited to, propagation, weeding, preparing & rejuvenating flower beds, planting and pruning as well as all aspects of lawn care. Other duties will include the use of a wide range of garden machinery. Applicants will ideally possess an academic horticultural qualification, such as RHS level 2 or equivalent, or be looking to engage in an academic programme to obtain the qualification to assist in furthering your knowledge.
The job is, of necessity outdoors, with the requirement to work in all weathers and is physically demanding. Candidates will be able to communicate well and possess a friendly and helpful personality. A self-motivated, enthusiastic individual with a strong work ethic, ability to work within a small and friendly team and willingness to work to consistently high standards are qualities which are essential for this role. The owners are passionate about their garden and want likeminded people to help the gardens continue to flourish. Candidates will be flexible and willing to extend their duties where needed.
This role is based on a 4-day week with working hours 8am – 4pm, on a PAYE basis.
Please note that for this role a covering letter is required from all applicants describing why you are looking to further your career within horticulture as well as any prior experience you may have had in the sector on a personal or professional capacity.
SALARY: Up to £20,000 on a 4 day week
LOCATION: Wiltshire
JOB No: EC61445
If this Junior Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sophie Sharpe on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Maintenance Gardener
Maintenance Gardener
Job Ref ADV503
We are an established garden maintenance company and we require a full time gardener to join one of our teams covering Kingston, Thames Ditton, Richmond, Cobham and the surrounding areas.
The right candidate will be working as part of a team maintaining mostly residential gardens.
We are looking for people that have previous gardening experience of a minimum of 3 years.
Key duties -
- General garden maintenance
- Pruning
- Hedge cutting
- Border work
- Soft landscaping
- Some hard landscaping
- Working as part of a team
To be successful an applicant must have:-
- 3 plus years gardening experience
- Good plant knowledge
- Working knowledge of tools and machinery used in garden maintenance
- Hold a full, clean driving licence (preferable but not essential)
- Good presentation and communication skills
- Be punctual and reliable
- Have qualifications in horticulture
- Be fluent in English
There is potential to grow and flourish within our teams and gain experience in lots of different gardens with the opportunity to progress to Team Leader for the right candidate. There will also be opportunities to work within our landscaping teams too.
This 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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