Soft Landscape Installation Manager - R009
Are you based in Yorkshire?
Do you have large tree planting experience?
Could you manage planting teams?
Would you like to work for an established company who grow and then plant their own trees and shrubs in a dynamic and mobile role?
Key points
The aim of this position is to oversee the installation of mature plants grown by the Company on sites throughout the Yorkshires / North Lincolnshire and occasionally the Durham region.
The Manager will be responsible for:
•Taking confirmed projects from the salesman to completion
•Hand over ensuring good customer care throughout
•Invoicing is completed correctly in a timely manner
•Make sure that the client is aware of any future maintenance needs
•Programming the works and coordinating all equipment and sundries such as diggers, trees guards, stakes etc. that are required on the site
•Bringing projects in on time and to budget and for reporting compliance
•All replacement planting under the Company’s guarantee programme
Must haves
•Full UK driving licence
•Tree planting experience
•Supervisory/Managerial experience in planting and landscaping
•The ideal candidate will have a horticultural qualification
If the Soft Landscape Installation Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in the Soft Landscape Installation Manager 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 will have been unsuccessful.
Arboricultural Sales Person - S161
Our client is a specialist dealer of arboricultural and firewood machinery and equipment and are well established in the industry. They are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Arboricultural Sales Person to join their busy team.
Key points
You will report directly to the Sales Director, working from a combination of your home office and the local depot (Cannock or Leeds). You will be responsible for planning your own time to make sure you hit your sales targets.
Ideally, this is a full time role but we pride ourselves on being a very flexible employer. We love to get applications from people with a diverse range of backgrounds.
Must haves
Applications are welcome from proven sales professionals with experience in the arb sector, or related sectors. Our Client would also like to talk to arb industry professionals who would like to move into sales; you’d need to demonstrate excellent customer facing communication skills, great organisation and the attention to detail required to become an exceptional sales person.
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If this position is of interest, please apply for the Arboricultural Sales Person role or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
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 will have been unsuccessful.
Department Head Furniture - A603
Do you have a passion for garden centre retailing and becoming a Department Head?
Do you enjoy working as part of a team delivering high standards with innovative displays?
Can you provide great customer sales and service?
Key points
•Creating stunning and inspirational visual displays
•Managing stock levels through seasonal changes
•Leading and motivating a team of staff
•To ensure the centre is well presented to high standards of retailing
•Helping to drive sales and maximise profits
Must haves
•The ability to achieve great results through your team
•Perform well under pressure and operate in a fast pace environment
•Have the ability to create an exciting and inspiring shopping environment
•Have a positive can do attitude at all times
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 or senior management jobs click Senior Management.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Department Head 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 regarding the Departtment Head vacancy within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.
Project Leader - A171
Would you like to work for a company that can offer unrivalled all round capabilities in a variety of landscape and land management areas?
Are you committed to completing projects, big or small, to the highest standard?
Are you practical, hands on manager with excellent knowledge of landscape operations?
The objective of this role is to take responsibility for the liaison between clients and staff to meet the requirements of the customer.
Key points
•Managing customer relationships- arranging client meetings and liaising between clients and staff on site to achieve the highest standard of work and meet deadlines
•Management of staff- working with and overseeing your team to complete various projects and carry out regular site inspection
•Quotes and estimating- ensuring labour, plant and material requirements are estimated accurately as well as advising clients on budget allocations
•Site Operations- undertaking tasks such as hard & soft landscaping, fencing, maintenance and clearance works. Operate a wide range of machinery as well as overseeing and organising your team and materials on site to ensuring projects run smoothly and efficiently
Must haves
•Hands on, practical skills with proven management experience
•Proactive personality and able to work in a dynamic and demanding environment
•Experience and tickets for using large plant such as diggers and dumpers
•A full UK driving licence with B+E entitlement
If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Sarah Goodhew on 01233 732767 or sarah@horticruitment.com
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Project 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 regarding the Project Leader vacancy within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.
Skilled Gardener (Live-out) - EC3615
A wonderful opportunity has arisen for an experienced Skilled Gardener to utilise their talents on a stunning three acre private property in Wiltshire. This beautiful property is set in the quintessentially English village of Ham, close to the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The garden is divided into a number of large rooms with each area corresponding to the layout of the main house and separated by well managed hedges of mixed variety. The combined three acres of garden comprises of expansive striped lawns, mixed beds and borders, a small orchard, mature trees, roses, wall climbers, small amounts of box hedging and beautiful mature yew hedges. A tennis court and swimming pool are also located within the grounds, with an adjacent meadow providing a fitting boundary to the surrounding rural landscape.
At present, the garden is being managed by a family member with the assistance of two contractors. In the near future however, the client would like to see one full-time gardener manage the property on a permanent basis. As the client is a keen gardener herself, she is looking for a personable and positive person from whom she can learn valuable tips and skills on an intermittent basis. The successful applicant will ideally assist in the planning and implementation of a garden plan to encompass at least the next 10 years or so.
Applicants should be Skilled Gardeners with private estates experience, a recognised academic horticultural qualification (ideally at Level 3 or above) and extensive experience with garden machinery. Experience of fruit tree pruning and general seasonal garden management is essential, as is an ability to plan your time effectively throughout the year. Good physical fitness is required as some of the hedges and small managed trees will require precision and stamina to ensure maintenance in their present form. The ideal candidate will be presentable, friendly, and have good attention to detail. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and talented gardener to showcase their talents in a genuinely stunning garden, in a much sought-after part of the country.
SALARY: £28,000 (Live out)
LOCATION: Ham, Wiltshire
JOB No: EC 3615
If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Read directly on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
Thank you for the interest you have shown in this vacancy. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we received, it is not possible to respond to every one. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.
Gardening Team Leader - E103
An award winning landscape gardening company based in West London is looking for a Gardening Team Leader. Applicants will need to be skilled gardeners with good horticultural knowledge, ideally a qualification, and proven experience in a similar role. The majority of the business is the private residential sector around Wimbledon, Kensington and Chelsea that includes award winning Chelsea Flower show gardens, roof top terraces, shop installations and garden event installations.
Key points
•Plant identification, pest identification, formal lawn care and plant/border maintenance
•Interaction with customers to advise on garden care
•Supervise a team of 2-3 gardeners
•Company vehicle, phone and paid overtime
Must haves
•Excellent general plant knowledge
•Horticultural qualification
•Over 25 years old for company car insurance purposes
•Clean full UK driving licence
If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Hudson on 01233 732767 or mark@horticruitment.com
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Gardening 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 regarding the Gardening Team Leader vacancy within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.
Assistant Nursery Operations Manager - D181
Would you like to work as an Assistant Nursery Operations Manager for an established business with a reputation for producing exceptional quality plants?
Are you an experienced manager with excellent knowledge of nursery operations?
Are you a proactive person with experience of Despatch processes?
The successful candidate will be responsible for and assist in key project development areas and provide support in key areas at the direction of the Operations Manager. To take the lead and manage the pack house planning, organising and implementation of pack house operations across two sites.
Key points
•Accountable for the delivery of efficient pack house systems; monitoring productivity and standards, identifying and implementing system improvements
•As part of the management team responsible for continuous reviewing of pack house and other key areas of the business, as required or as identified
•Responsible for the delivery of customer expectations in terms of quality, compliance to specifications, order accuracy and load-times
•Deputise for the Operations Manager
Must haves
•Previous experience of leading and motivating a team
•Proactive personality in a dynamic and demanding environment
•Proficiency in the use of IT systems
•Previous knowledge of Quality systems and LEAN systems
If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Assistant Nursery Operations Manager 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 regarding the Assistant Nursery Operations Manager vacancy within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.
Assistant Nursery Manager - T552
Would you like to work as an Assistant Nursery Manager for a long established family business with a reputation for producing quality bedding plants?
Are you practical, hands on manager with excellent knowledge of nursery operations?
Are you a proactive person with knowledge of contract growing?
This will be a hands on, multi-faceted role covering all areas of the Nursery. Reporting to the General Manager the purpose of the role is to assist and take responsibility for the daily management of the nursery operations.
Key points
•Staff management- daily management and organising of staff
•Nursery operations- overseeing all operations within the production areas
•Despatch operations- assist and oversee the despatch process
•Sales- follow all sales processes and pursue new business opportunities
Must haves
•Hands on, practical experience
•Proactive personality in a dynamic and demanding environment
•Proven management experience
•Formal qualifications and knowledge of BOPP will be an advantage
If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Sarah Goodhew on 01233 732767 or sarah@horticruitment.com
To view more Nursery positions click Nursery or retail jobs click Retail.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Assistant Nursery Manager 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 regarding the Assistant Nursery Manager vacancy within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.
Experienced Landscaper - A899
Are you an experienced Landscaper?
Are you based in the Home Counties?
Would you like to work for an established company who specialise in the construction of natural swimming pools and ponds for high-end clients?
Key points
•The person appointed will be experienced in both hard and soft landscaping
•Good knowledge of using both large and small machinery is essential, as are good organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
•Landscaping qualifications and CSCS card will be an advantage, as will any experience in construction of water features
Must haves
•Full UK driving licence and own transport
•Minimum 2 years landscaping experience
•Good machinery skills
•Willingness to travel throughout the Home Counties
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Experienced Landscaper 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 regarding the Experienced Landscaper vacancy within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.
Plantarea Manager - K073
Do you have a creative and entrepreneurial attitude towards plant retailing and are you seeking a Plantarea Manager role?
Do you have excellent plant knowledge able to recognise and act on sales opportunities?
Would you enjoy working for an expanding group who are regarded as having some of the best garden centres in the country with many awards?
Key points
•Providing a vast range of superb top quality plants
•Creating stunning visual displays that will encourage sales
•Be meticulous to detail in terms of standards, presentation and overall look and feel
•Have an ability to manage and develop a large team of staff
•Take ownership of the department maintaining professional standards at all times
Must haves
•Experience in garden centre retailing at plant manager level
•Have an energetic personality able to engage with colleagues at all levels
•Have excellent knowledge of plants, plant care and maintenance
•Able to provide the customer with the very best quality plants and exceptional service
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 or senior management jobs click Senior Management.
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.
Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Outdoor Section Head 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 regarding the Outdoor Section Head vacancy within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.