Senior Gardener - A073
Do you see yourself working for a six-time BALI award winning landscaping company on some of the most prestigious sites and projects throughout London?
Are you an experienced and skilled gardener, manager and hands-on horticulturalist looking for a new and exciting challenge?
Do you have excellent people skills and horticultural knowledge?
Key points
•Management of a 2-acre private garden in Chelsea
•Managing one Under Gardener, with potentially more in future
•Responsible for maintaining high standards and client expectations
•Generous salary and all travel expenses paid by the company
Must haves
•Garden management and staff supervisory experience
•Minimum Level 3 Horticultural qualification and relevant experience
•Excellent horticultural knowledge and hands-on skills
•Positive, diplomatic and proactive approach to your work
If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 732767 or mark.read@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.
Skilled Gardener - EC3159
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Skilled Gardener to be part of the team at a very prestigious site in London. This role is an excellent opportunity for a talented and passionate gardener to significantly enhance their standing in the industry.
As part of a dedicated and talented team, you will share responsibility for the 42 acres of gardens; including rose beds, herbaceous boarders, lakeside planting & extensive hedging. The Gardens team is comprised of the Head Gardener, Senior Gardener and five Gardeners, and are part of the 26-strong estate team. The grounds has over 600 mature trees, extensive ornamental gardens and lawns.
Typical horticultural duties include bed preparation, planting, weeding, feeding and pruning across all garden areas of the grounds. You’ll work under the direction of the Head Gardener and Senior Gardener, alongside the rest of the team to ensure the highest standard of horticultural practice is maintained for the benefit of all members and their guests.
Working hours as a Gardener consist of a 39 hour week (7am-4pm Monday to Thursday, and 7am-3pm Friday) with scheduled, but not guaranteed overtime on one in three weekends (only 4hrs each day) inclusive of bank holiday weekends when scheduled. Candidates must be friendly, polite and diplomatic, with proven Horticultural ability and genuine passion. Good plant identification ability, recognition and control methods of pest and disease, experience with a range of gardening machinery and a PA1/6 certificate is essential, as is the willingness to learn new skills. You must be able to work well within a team, and confidently on your own initiative.
References will be required for all applicants.
SALARY: Up to £25,000 dependent on experience
LOCATION: London
JOB No: EC 3159
If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 733510 or mark.read@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Skilled Gardener vacancy. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, it is unfortunately not possible to respond to every one. Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for the Skilled Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
External Maintenance Technician - D206
External Maintenance Technician?
Are you looking for a varied and challenging role? Would you like to work for an established land management company with many industry accreditations? Do you pride yourself on achieving consistently high standards?
Working within a team, you will be involved in various countryside management and landscape projects for Local Authority and Utility sites in the Windsor and surrounding areas.
Key points
•Working within a team in the landscaping department
•Complete various hard/soft landscaping projects to a high standard
•Ensure that works are carried out in compliance with current Health and Safety policies
•Working in the Windsor area with occasional working away with overtime included
Must haves
•Proven experience at a similar role within the countryside management/ landscape sector
•Knowledge of hard and soft landscaping would be an advantage
•360 digger and dumper tickets essential
•A full driving licence is essential
If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
To view more Landscape positions 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.
Thank you for the interest you have shown in this External Maintenance Technician 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 External Maintenance Technician vacancy within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.
Garden Maintenance Team Leader - J158
Are you an experienced Garden Maintenance Team Leader?
Are you looking for an exciting and challenging role? Would you like to work for an award winning company with an excellent reputation for creating and maintaining beautiful gardens? Do you pride yourself on achieving consistently high standards?
You will take a proactive and flexible approach to your work and be confident in your ability to take responsibility for your team. You will be required to achieve very high standards of maintenance to ensure that the gardens are beautifully presented.
Key points
•Daily organisation of a team of operatives
•Regular maintenance of high end domestic gardens
•Communication with clients and suppliers
•Working in the South West London areas
Must haves
•Previous experience in Horticulture at a similar level
•A horticultural qualification and excellent horticultural knowledge
•PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates will be an advantage
•A full driving licence will be essential
If this position is of interest please apply, contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
To view more Landscape positions 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.
Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Garden 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 regarding the Garden Maintenance Team Leader vacancy within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.
Groundsman/Climber - A197
Are you a qualified arb groundsman or climber?
Are you based near Aylesbury?
Would you like to work for an established and growing tree care company who are based on the Bucks/Oxfordshire border?
Are you a groundsman looking to progress to being a climber or a second climber looking to progress to lead climber through further training?
This could be the position for you!
Applications are also extremely welcome from qualified and experienced climbers who are currently freelancing, but are looking to move into a more stable employment environment and a PAYE position.
Key points
•The person appointed will be involved in various tree works for a mixture of domestic and commercial clients.
•Previous experience in the arboriculture, estate or forestry industry will be required.
•The company have a variety of equipment, including a recently purchased MEWP, so you will be involved in an interesting and challenging variety of projects.
Must haves
•Full UK driving licence
•NPTC chainsaw certificates 201 & 202 (previously 30 & 31)
•You must be punctual and reliable with a good work ethic
•Additional certificates are desirable rather than essential
•This will be rewarded with a competitive salary and ongoing training
If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
To view more Landscape positions 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.
Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Groundsman/Climber 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 Groundsman/Climber vacancy within the next 14 days, your application will have been unsuccessful.
Senior Horticulturalist - A405 - This position has been filled
Are you an experienced Horticulturalist?
Are you familiar with dealing with discerning domestic clients?
Are you looking to join an established professional company?
Do you live in, or can you commute to, West London?
Key points
Our client is an established company based in West London but operating all over the city specialising in the design and construction of bespoke residential gardens. They have won a number of industry awards for their work and unique designs which often incorporate specialist materials and features requiring the highest standard of workmanship. They currently have a vacancy for a Senior Horticulturalist to join their team.
Must haves
•Full UK driving licence
•Excellent horticultural knowledge
•A horticultural qualification
•Good administrative and organisational skills
•Adherence to the highest standards of horticultural practice.
If this position is of interest, please apply 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.