Plant Health and Seeds Inspector
Plant Health and Seeds Inspector - Midlands
Job Ref ADV450
Animal and Plant Health Agency
Location: East Midlands (England), West Midlands (England)
Reference number: 269410
Salary: £25,915 - £30,402
Job summary
The work of the Plant Health and Seed Inspectorate (PHSI) within Defra’s Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is to maintain and promote a high plant health status in England and Wales, thereby contributing to APHA’s overall strategy of safeguarding animal and plant health status in England and Wales. In doing so, contributing to APHA’s overall strategy of safeguarding animal and plant health for the benefit of people, the environment and the economy.
The aims are achieved by excluding, containing or eradicating quarantine plant pests, regulating other plant pests to secure high quality planting material, and facilitating trade through the provision of plant health certification services. PHSI works to Defra’s strategy to “provide a better place for living” through the exclusion, eradication and containment of quarantine pest and disease and informing / training the general public, stakeholders, government and non- government bodies in plant biosecurity. Inspections on fresh produce in relation to marketing standards will also be conducted in addition to the Plant Health controls.
Job description
Reporting to a Higher Executive Officer (HEO), to plan and undertake a programme of tasks, working independently and/or as part of a team.
The range of duties will be dependent on the working region, training, competence and statutory requirements, but may include:
- Under HEO direction, organise emergency measures to control outbreaks of specified quarantine and non- indigenous pests and diseases in areas of proven competency.
- Crop surveys and soil sampling in connection with regulations made to prevent the spread of dangerous plant pests and diseases.
- Under HEO direction certify for export plants and planting material after examination in accordance with the importing country’s requirements, including advice to exporters on the requirements.
- Inspection of certain agricultural and horticultural crops in connection with statutory and domestic plant health certification/classification schemes and marketing standard regulations.
- Under HEO direction perform the statutory duties relating to regulations made under the Plant Varieties and Seeds Act 1964, including field inspections and enforcement checks on the activities of seed firms and seed samplers.
- Undertake additional specialised duties including delivering work directly to and on behalf of Business Improvement Groups.
- Complete administrative duties as required in accordance with standard operating procedures and agency guidelines and time frames.
- Statutory inspection of fresh Horticultural produce, imported plants, planting material and plant produce to ensure compliance with import regulations.
- Enforce the marketing standards and grading rules for fresh produce in England and Wales to ensure traders meet their statutory responsibilities.
- Conduct inspections and support heightened enforcement action against non-compliant traders including the possible collection and collation of evidence required for any criminal investigations where necessary.
- In addition to physical inspection procedures, ensure that documents accompanying imported material are satisfactory and in accord with phytosanitary measures and the standards required for the marketing of fresh horticultural produce.
- Collect samples and enforce olive oil standards, collect official market data and seize samples for Government pesticide residue testing.
- Certify for export produce, plants, seeds, grain, machinery and ware potatoes after examination in accordance with the importing country’s requirements, including issue of phytosanitary certificates and HMI produce conformity certificates for fresh Horticultural produce and advice to exporters on the requirements.
- Perform the statutory duties relating to regulations made under the Plant Varieties and Seeds Act 1964 including the field inspection of certain crops and the sampling of certain classes of seed and enforcement checks on the activities of seed firms and seed samplers.
- Liaise closely with various regulatory bodies such as Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs, UK Border Agency, Port Health and Animal Health authorities.
- To assist management in other tasks or duties they have experience in or have been trained on which when undertaken can further their personal development as per agreement in their Performance Management Review (PMR) with a time limit to enhance prospects of career progression.
The PHSI offers a 7am to 7pm, 7 days a week level of service to the trade for import & export certification & biosecurity checks
Depending on location you may be required to work in a shift pattern. This pattern can be early morning or a late evening shift and can span over weekends and public holidays.
Candidates should expect to work flexibly to meet the varied work patterns defined by business need. You may be required to work at other locations, so candidates must be prepared to occasionally work and stay away from home.
Candidates will need independent access to a car to visit clients / collect samples / carry equipment. Some client locations and working hours preclude the use of public transport.
Closing date: Monday 10th April 2023
Please click apply button to apply.
This Plant Health and Seeds Inspector 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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Skilled Gardener
Skilled Gardener required
An attractive opportunity has arisen for a skilled Gardener to join the existing team on a stunning private estate in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. The position would suit an enthusiastic gardener with experience on private estates and the ambition to continue to build on their existing skills and knowledge on a daily basis.
The incredible grade II listed property is surrounded by 750 acres with stunning expansive views over the valley, river and lake and has one of the finest gardens in the Cotswolds. The 22-acre garden is made up of different areas which include elegant formal gardens with fine herbaceous planting, terraced lawns, lily ponds, landscaped hillside stream gardens and massed plantings of spring bulbs, heathers, flowering shrubs and rhododendrons. Also, a large walled kitchen garden which is currently being restored. All of the gardens are interspersed by the finest mature specimen trees and water features.
The successful applicant will join the existing team of 6 in the upkeep and maintenance of the gardens to a high horticultural standard. Candidates will ideally have experience in the above areas of horticulture and be dedicated gardeners with the willingness to undertake additional garden estate duties if required. He / She will ideally have the confidence in pruning methods, i.e. of wisteria and roses, and have good horticultural knowledge and plant identification skills overall. Applicants must be physically fit and confident in the operation of a range of garden machinery.
An academic horticultural qualification would be advantageous and well-rounded experience in a similar hands-on role. Candidates should hold a full driving licence, your own transport for commuting to and from site and ideally, spray tickets (PA1/PA6). A chainsaw licence would be beneficial.
The role would suit someone who is hard-working, flexible, with a positive attitude and an ability to follow instructions from a Head Gardener to a high degree of detail. Excellent attention to detail and a genuine enthusiasm for gardening and horticulture.
SALARY: up to £28,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
JOB No: EC55416
If this Skilled Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
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Plant Health and Seeds Inspector
Plant Health and Seeds Inspector - South Central and South East
Job Ref ADV449
Animal and Plant Health Agency
Location: South East England
Reference number: 269412
Salary: £25,915 - £30,402
The work of the Plant Health and Seed Inspectorate (PHSI) within Defra’s Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is to maintain and promote a high plant health status in England and Wales, thereby contributing to APHA’s overall strategy of safeguarding animal and plant health status in England and Wales. In doing so, contributing to APHA’s overall strategy of safeguarding animal and plant health for the benefit of people, the environment and the economy.
The aims are achieved by excluding, containing or eradicating quarantine plant pests, regulating other plant pests to secure high quality planting material, and facilitating trade through the provision of plant health certification services. PHSI works to Defra’s strategy to “provide a better place for living” through the exclusion, eradication and containment of quarantine pest and disease and informing / training the general public, stakeholders, government and non- government bodies in plant biosecurity. Inspections on fresh produce in relation to marketing standards will also be conducted in addition to the Plant Health controls.
Job description
Reporting to a Higher Executive Officer (HEO), to plan and undertake a programme of tasks, working independently and/or as part of a team.
The range of duties will be dependent on the working region, training, competence and statutory requirements, but may include:
- Under HEO direction, organise emergency measures to control outbreaks of specified quarantine and non- indigenous pests and diseases in areas of proven competency.
- Crop surveys and soil sampling in connection with regulations made to prevent the spread of dangerous plant pests and diseases.
- Under HEO direction certify for export plants and planting material after examination in accordance with the importing country’s requirements, including advice to exporters on the requirements.
- Inspection of certain agricultural and horticultural crops in connection with statutory and domestic plant health certification/classification schemes and marketing standard regulations.
- Under HEO direction perform the statutory duties relating to regulations made under the Plant Varieties and Seeds Act 1964, including field inspections and enforcement checks on the activities of seed firms and seed samplers.
- Undertake additional specialised duties including delivering work directly to and on behalf of Business Improvement Groups.
- Complete administrative duties as required in accordance with standard operating procedures and agency guidelines and time frames.
- Statutory inspection of fresh Horticultural produce, imported plants, planting material and plant produce to ensure compliance with import regulations.
- Enforce the marketing standards and grading rules for fresh produce in England and Wales to ensure traders meet their statutory responsibilities.
- Conduct inspections and support heightened enforcement action against non-compliant traders including the possible collection and collation of evidence required for any criminal investigations where necessary.
- In addition to physical inspection procedures, ensure that documents accompanying imported material are satisfactory and in accord with phytosanitary measures and the standards required for the marketing of fresh horticultural produce.
- Collect samples and enforce olive oil standards, collect official market data and seize samples for Government pesticide residue testing.
- Certify for export produce, plants, seeds, grain, machinery and ware potatoes after examination in accordance with the importing country’s requirements, including issue of phytosanitary certificates and HMI produce conformity certificates for fresh Horticultural produce and advice to exporters on the requirements.
- Perform the statutory duties relating to regulations made under the Plant Varieties and Seeds Act 1964 including the field inspection of certain crops and the sampling of certain classes of seed and enforcement checks on the activities of seed firms and seed samplers.
- Liaise closely with various regulatory bodies such as Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs, UK Border Agency, Port Health and Animal Health authorities.
- To assist management in other tasks or duties they have experience in or have been trained on which when undertaken can further their personal development as per agreement in their Performance Management Review (PMR) with a time limit to enhance prospects of career progression.
The PHSI offers a 7am to 7pm, 7 days a week level of service to the trade for import & export certification & biosecurity checks
Depending on location you may be required to work in a shift pattern. This pattern can be early morning or a late evening shift and can span over weekends and public holidays.
Candidates should expect to work flexibly to meet the varied work patterns defined by business need. You may be required to work at other locations, so candidates must be prepared to occasionally work and stay away from home.
Candidates will need independent access to a car to visit clients / collect samples / carry equipment. Some client locations and working hours preclude the use of public transport.
Closing date: Monday 10th April 2023
Please click apply button to apply.
This Plant Health and Seeds Inspector 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.
If you would like more information regarding horticultural qualifications and colleges, see our Career advice.
If you would like more information on the Garden Centre Association please click here and the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) please click here
Plant Health and Seeds Inspector
Plant Health and Seeds Inspector - Northern
Animal and Plant Health Agency Location: North East England, North West England
Reference number: 269411
Salary: £25,915 - £30,402
Job Ref ADV448
The work of the Plant Health and Seed Inspectorate (PHSI) within Defra’s Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is to maintain and promote a high plant health status in England and Wales, thereby contributing to APHA’s overall strategy of safeguarding animal and plant health status in England and Wales. In doing so, contributing to APHA’s overall strategy of safeguarding animal and plant health for the benefit of people, the environment and the economy.
The aims are achieved by excluding, containing or eradicating quarantine plant pests, regulating other plant pests to secure high quality planting material, and facilitating trade through the provision of plant health certification services. PHSI works to Defra’s strategy to “provide a better place for living” through the exclusion, eradication and containment of quarantine pest and disease and informing / training the general public, stakeholders, government and non- government bodies in plant biosecurity. Inspections on fresh produce in relation to marketing standards will also be conducted in addition to the Plant Health controls.
Job description
Reporting to a Higher Executive Officer (HEO), to plan and undertake a programme of tasks, working independently and/or as part of a team.
The range of duties will be dependent on the working region, training, competence and statutory requirements, but may include:
- Under HEO direction, organise emergency measures to control outbreaks of specified quarantine and non- indigenous pests and diseases in areas of proven competency.
- Crop surveys and soil sampling in connection with regulations made to prevent the spread of dangerous plant pests and diseases.
- Under HEO direction certify for export plants and planting material after examination in accordance with the importing country’s requirements, including advice to exporters on the requirements.
- Inspection of certain agricultural and horticultural crops in connection with statutory and domestic plant health certification/classification schemes and marketing standard regulations.
- Under HEO direction perform the statutory duties relating to regulations made under the Plant Varieties and Seeds Act 1964, including field inspections and enforcement checks on the activities of seed firms and seed samplers.
- Undertake additional specialised duties including delivering work directly to and on behalf of Business Improvement Groups.
- Complete administrative duties as required in accordance with standard operating procedures and agency guidelines and time frames.
- Statutory inspection of fresh Horticultural produce, imported plants, planting material and plant produce to ensure compliance with import regulations.
- Enforce the marketing standards and grading rules for fresh produce in England and Wales to ensure traders meet their statutory responsibilities.
- Conduct inspections and support heightened enforcement action against non-compliant traders including the possible collection and collation of evidence required for any criminal investigations where necessary.
- In addition to physical inspection procedures, ensure that documents accompanying imported material are satisfactory and in accord with phytosanitary measures and the standards required for the marketing of fresh horticultural produce.
- Collect samples and enforce olive oil standards, collect official market data and seize samples for Government pesticide residue testing.
- Certify for export produce, plants, seeds, grain, machinery and ware potatoes after examination in accordance with the importing country’s requirements, including issue of phytosanitary certificates and HMI produce conformity certificates for fresh Horticultural produce and advice to exporters on the requirements.
- Perform the statutory duties relating to regulations made under the Plant Varieties and Seeds Act 1964 including the field inspection of certain crops and the sampling of certain classes of seed and enforcement checks on the activities of seed firms and seed samplers.
- Liaise closely with various regulatory bodies such as Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs, UK Border Agency, Port Health and Animal Health authorities.
- To assist management in other tasks or duties they have experience in or have been trained on which when undertaken can further their personal development as per agreement in their Performance Management Review (PMR) with a time limit to enhance prospects of career progression.
The PHSI offers a 7am to 7pm, 7 days a week level of service to the trade for import & export certification & biosecurity checks
Depending on location you may be required to work in a shift pattern. This pattern can be early morning or a late evening shift and can span over weekends and public holidays.
Candidates should expect to work flexibly to meet the varied work patterns defined by business need. You may be required to work at other locations, so candidates must be prepared to occasionally work and stay away from home.
Candidates will need independent access to a car to visit clients / collect samples / carry equipment. Some client locations and working hours preclude the use of public transport.
Closing date: Monday 10th April 2023
Please click apply button to apply.
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.
If you would like more information regarding horticultural qualifications and colleges, see our Career advice.
If you would like more information on the Garden Centre Association please click here and the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) please click here
Plant Health and Seeds Inspector
Plant Health and Seeds Inspector - Eastern
Animal and Plant Health Agency
Location: East of England, London (region)
Reference number: 269039
Salary: £25,915 - £30,402
Job Ref ADV447
The work of the Plant Health and Seed Inspectorate (PHSI) within Defra’s Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is to maintain and promote a high plant health status in England and Wales, thereby contributing to APHA’s overall strategy of safeguarding animal and plant health status in England and Wales. In doing so, contributing to APHA’s overall strategy of safeguarding animal and plant health for the benefit of people, the environment and the economy.
The aims are achieved by excluding, containing or eradicating quarantine plant pests, regulating other plant pests to secure high quality planting material, and facilitating trade through the provision of plant health certification services. PHSI works to Defra’s strategy to “provide a better place for living” through the exclusion, eradication and containment of quarantine pest and disease and informing / training the general public, stakeholders, government and non- government bodies in plant biosecurity. Inspections on fresh produce in relation to marketing standards will also be conducted in addition to the Plant Health controls.
Job description
Reporting to a Higher Executive Officer (HEO), to plan and undertake a programme of tasks, working independently and/or as part of a team.
The range of duties will be dependent on the working region, training, competence and statutory requirements, but may include:
- Under HEO direction, organise emergency measures to control outbreaks of specified quarantine and non- indigenous pests and diseases in areas of proven competency.
- Crop surveys and soil sampling in connection with regulations made to prevent the spread of dangerous plant pests and diseases.
- Under HEO direction certify for export plants and planting material after examination in accordance with the importing country’s requirements, including advice to exporters on the requirements.
- Inspection of certain agricultural and horticultural crops in connection with statutory and domestic plant health certification/classification schemes and marketing standard regulations.
- Under HEO direction perform the statutory duties relating to regulations made under the Plant Varieties and Seeds Act 1964, including field inspections and enforcement checks on the activities of seed firms and seed samplers.
- Undertake additional specialised duties including delivering work directly to and on behalf of Business Improvement Groups.
- Complete administrative duties as required in accordance with standard operating procedures and agency guidelines and time frames.
- Statutory inspection of fresh Horticultural produce, imported plants, planting material and plant produce to ensure compliance with import regulations.
- Enforce the marketing standards and grading rules for fresh produce in England and Wales to ensure traders meet their statutory responsibilities.
- Conduct inspections and support heightened enforcement action against non-compliant traders including the possible collection and collation of evidence required for any criminal investigations where necessary.
- In addition to physical inspection procedures, ensure that documents accompanying imported material are satisfactory and in accord with phytosanitary measures and the standards required for the marketing of fresh horticultural produce.
- Collect samples and enforce olive oil standards, collect official market data and seize samples for Government pesticide residue testing.
- Certify for export produce, plants, seeds, grain, machinery and ware potatoes after examination in accordance with the importing country’s requirements, including issue of phytosanitary certificates and HMI produce conformity certificates for fresh Horticultural produce and advice to exporters on the requirements.
- Perform the statutory duties relating to regulations made under the Plant Varieties and Seeds Act 1964 including the field inspection of certain crops and the sampling of certain classes of seed and enforcement checks on the activities of seed firms and seed samplers.
- Liaise closely with various regulatory bodies such as Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs, UK Border Agency, Port Health and Animal Health authorities.
- To assist management in other tasks or duties they have experience in or have been trained on which when undertaken can further their personal development as per agreement in their Performance Management Review (PMR) with a time limit to enhance prospects of career progression.
The PHSI offers a 7am to 7pm, 7 days a week level of service to the trade for import & export certification & biosecurity checks
Depending on location you may be required to work in a shift pattern. This pattern can be early morning or a late evening shift and can span over weekends and public holidays.
Candidates should expect to work flexibly to meet the varied work patterns defined by business need. You may be required to work at other locations, so candidates must be prepared to occasionally work and stay away from home.
Candidates will need independent access to a car to visit clients / collect samples / carry equipment. Some client locations and working hours preclude the use of public transport.
Closing date: Monday Thursday 20th April 2023
Please click apply button to apply.
If you would like more information regarding horticultural qualifications and colleges, see our Career advice.
If you would like more information on the Garden Centre Association please click here and the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) please click here
This Plant Health and Seeds Inspector 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 Plant Health and Seeds Inspector position, the best course of action is to apply for the job which will open a line of communication with the employer.
Gardener
Gardener required
Job Ref: S811
Our client is an established design and build company based in West London. Boasting 24 years’ experience in grounds maintenance, garden design and build across West London and the home counties. They pride themselves on providing the highest standard of service and have a loyal and established portfolio of clients including a highly varied range of work from roof gardens to small and large bespoke gardens within private homes. They are currently seeking a Gardener to assist in the day-to-day construction of new gardens of the various sites with some follow up maintenance.
Job Brief
Our client is looking for a friendly, motivated, and reliable candidate to join the team and contribute to the quality of the service they provide and professionally represent the company. The successful candidate will be involved in a range of activities which include:
- Irrigation work
- Planting & Plant design
- Assisting with the construction of new gardens
- General Garden Maintenance
Key Responsibilities
The suitable candidate will have prior experience working within the garden design and soft landscaping environment with 1-2 years of horticultural experience.
- Delivering high quality maintenance on sites to their specification in a timely and efficient manner
- Demonstrate the ability to work well in a team and be able to follow instructions, along with the initiative to lone work and understand what is required of them.
- Show a good understanding of all health and safety regulations, and always adhering to them.
- Being able to confidently deal with horticultural maintenance matters on site.
- Excellent communication skills to successfully engage with customers, clients, and team members.
Candidate Skills
The role involves being part of a small team that are representative of the company on the ground and will need to conduct yourself in a way that portrays the business in accordance with its values and approach at all times. This position entails working within a 4-man team or on occasion on your own. The company works in a relatively close geographical area covering mainly West London and the home counties.
The ideal candidate will hold:
- A full UK manual driving licence (required).
- Several years’ experience working within a horticultural capacity.
- Experience using a range of machinery.
- A real passion for and experience in horticulture.
Industry qualifications are ideal but not essential, and where required the client would be happy to assist the right candidate in the training and development.
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday 08:00 – 16-16:30
Benefits:
In addition to the salary there is access to a company vehicle, four weeks paid holiday per annum including bank holidays.
If this Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Tom Little on 01233 732767 or tom@horticruitment.com
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 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.
Maintenance Team Leader
Maintenance Team Leader required
Job Ref: Q221
Our client is a multiple award-winning garden design and build company based in West London. Founded by two passionate Horticulturalists 7 years ago, the pair have worked together for more than two decades and as a company they seek to remain a close-knit team that strives for excellence at every step. The company offer an end-to-end service to their clients, one that combines award winning garden design with industry leading landscaping. Earning an international reputation for understanding and interpreting ideas to create outdoor spaces beyond client imaginations and expectations, this is why they are trusted by such a collection of high-profile customers, companies, brands, and fellow professionals. They are now looking for an experienced Landscape Team Leader to work within the aftercare department.
Job Brief
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day maintenance of high end domestic gardens along with overseeing a team of skilled gardeners.
Duties will include:
- Planning and scheduling work
- Following Health & Safety Guidelines
- Mowing, hedge cutting and strimming
- Planting, lifting, mulching, mowing, pruning, weeding, leaf clearing, sweeping etc.
- Operating machinery, tools and equipment safely
Our client requires reliable, enthusiastic, positive and experienced individuals to maintain and exceed customer’s expectations. You’ll have excellent customer service skills, be naturally capable of demonstrating your knowledge and have core skills in all types of garden maintenance.
Key Skills
Projects are predominately high-end private clients and as such the successful candidate will be friendly, well-mannered and presentable. You must have previous experience of managing teams and a good knowledge of working in gardens that require the need for attention to detail. In the role you will be liaising with clients and designers, so a positive attitude, excellent customer service and communication skills are vital.
- A recognised Horticultural qualification of minimum Level 2 is highly desirable but not essential if experience and competence is evident.
- PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates are essential.
Please note that a full clean drivers licence is required for this role
Company Benefits
- Use of a company vehicle of fuel allowance
- 28 days holiday
- A friendly, warm, and supportive work environment.
- Competitive salary
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Educational development
- Access to healthcare
- Company events
If this Maintenance Team Leader vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sophie Sharpe on 01233 732767 or sophie@horticruitment.com
To view more Gardening jobs click Gardening or to view Landscape jobs click Landscape.
To apply for a position with horticruitment you will need to complete a candidate registration form, please see Candidate Registration.
If you would like more information regarding horticultural qualifications and colleges, see our Career advice.
You will need to be registered with horticruitment to find out where and how your personal data is used whilst using our work finding services please view our privacy policy.
Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Maintenance Team Leader 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 Team Leader vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Maintenance Gardener
Maintenance Gardener required
Job Ref: N510
Our client is a multiple award-winning garden design and build company based in West London. Founded by two passionate Horticulturalists 7 years ago, the pair have worked together for more than two decades and as a company they seek to remain a close-knit team that strives for excellence at every step. The company offer an end-to-end service to their clients, one that combines award winning garden design with industry leading landscaping. Earning an international reputation for understanding and interpreting ideas to create outdoor spaces beyond client imaginations and expectations, this is why they are trusted by such a collection of high-profile customers, companies, brands, and fellow professionals. As their team is expanding, they are now looking to recruit a Maintenance Gardener.
Job Description:
This exciting hands-on role, where you will work closely with the Maintenance Team Leader with the opportunity to work on some high-end domestic gardens. You will need a love of and enthusiasm for plants and gardens. A good knowledge of horticulture and experience within the industry is required; a desire to learn and develop is vital as there is room for progression within the company. You will need to be good at communicating and enjoy being part of a close-knit team, whilst being able to show initiative.
- Weeding, seasonal pruning and planting.
- Hedge cutting.
- Lawn mowing and border edging.
- Irrigation installation and repair.
- Planting of annuals and bulbs.
- Support the Maintenance Team Leader to ensure that the gardens reach their full potential.
- Ensure that the vans are kept clean and tidy with a full set of tools. Reporting any problems immediately.
- Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed.
Candidate Skills
This role entails being the representative of the company on the ground and you will need to conduct yourself in a way that portrays the business in accordance with its values and approach at all times. Candidates must be physically fit as the role involves lifting, handling, moving of heavy garden and landscape materials.
The ideal candidate will hold:
- Good horticultural knowledge with a recognised qualification is desirable
- Previous experience working within a similar environment
- Experience using a wide range of machinery
For this role a driver’s licence is desirable but not essential
Company Benefits
- Use of a company vehicle or fuel allowance
- 28 days holiday
- A friendly, warm and supportive work environment.
- Competitive salary
- Workplace Pension Scheme
- Educational development
- Access to healthcare
- Company events
If this Maintenance Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 732767 or sara@horticruitment.com
To view more Gardening jobs click Gardening or to view Landscape jobs click Landscape.
To apply for a position with horticruitment you will need to complete a candidate registration form, please see Candidate Registration.
If you would like more information regarding horticultural qualifications and colleges, see our Career advice.
You will need to be registered with horticruitment to find out where and how your personal data is used whilst using our work finding services please view our privacy policy.
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.
Gardener
Gardener required
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and suitably qualified gardener to join the team caring for a beautiful country estate, tucked away in a semi-rural location, just outside of Tunbridge Wells. The estate extends to 28 acres, comprising an impressive 19th century house and coach house, with an ornamental garden of just over 3 acres, woodland, pasture, and ponds. The property is owned by a delightful family, who employs a small team of gardeners to maintain the grounds.
The features of the garden are varied and include a cut flower garden, glasshouse, orchard, ornamental meadows, roof gardens, mixed and shrub borders, formal and informal hedging, topiary, roses, and a fine lawn. The property is used for beautifully curated events, creative workshops, and as a location for film and photoshoots. Also, the garden and grounds are occasionally opened to the public to explore, with an aspiration for this to be under the National Garden Scheme soon. There is a growing menagerie of animals, which the garden team help to care for, including alpacas, chickens, and bees.
The client is looking for an enthusiastic gardener to join the team. Ideal candidates will be willing to work alone alongside a team, self-motivated, creative with an eye for good design and have a good attention to detail and desire to achieve high standards. Applications would be welcomed from candidates with a level 2 RHS qualification (or equivalent), at least one years horticultural experience, knowledge and experience of using a wide range of horticultural machinery, along with a good awareness of health and safety in the workplace. PA1 & PA6 certificates would be advantageous but not essential for this role.
This is a full-time gardener position, working within a team that includes the Head Gardener, and two gardeners. The hours are 0800 – 1645, Monday – Friday, which includes two breaks, totalling 45 minutes. Occasional weekend or out of hours work may be requested during the growing season, to cover watering duties and other essential tasks, and to help with events. Annual leave is 21 days + bank holidays.
SALARY: Circa £26,000
LOCATION: Royal Tunbridge Wells
JOB No: EC55323
If this Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Matthew Parker on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
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Gardener
Gardener required
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a driven and motivated Gardener to join one of the most outstanding gardens in the Cotswolds.
The extensive gardens and grounds have been developed by the gardening team and the owners over the last 32 years and exhibit a standard of horticultural excellence. The gardens cover 9 acres and include terraced lawns bounded by an embanked terrace and a shrub and timber belt, formal borders, ponds, walled garden and vineries, peach house, propagation house and glasshouses.
The newly-appointed Gardener will join a team of three, reporting into the Head Gardener and will be responsible for the maintenance and on-going development of the gardens. Daily tasks will vary but will involve a hands-on approach, with a particular focus being placed on the productive areas of the garden, such as the vinery, peach houses, and orchard, doing so with an organic and sustainable approach. They will have the drive and passion to maintain the gardens at the existing high standards and work with the team on enhancing the garden as required.
Applicants should ideally have a minimum level 2 horticultural qualification, PA1/PA6 spray certificates, combined with good plant knowledge, excellent technical skills, and the ambition to continuously enhance their skillset and experience. They will need to be organised and able to plan and prioritise their workload. Experience with propagation work and growing fruit and vegetables is essential, alongside strong knowledge of pest and diseases and the use of biological controls.
This is a role which would suit an enthusiastic, capable Gardener with a positive character. The role will involve working closely with the Deputy Head and Head Gardener. Good communications skills are required and the ability to work well alongside other team members. They should be prepared to work outside in all weathers and be good at operating a range of garden machinery.
A 2 / 3 bed accommodation is available for the successful applicant, should they be interested, on a short hold tenancy agreement, with a small sum payable per annum.
SALARY: Up to £26,000
LOCATION: Cheltenham
JOB No: EC55325
If this Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Tom Little on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this 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 vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
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