Skilled Maintenance Gardener
Our client is a prestigious, multi-award-winning garden design and landscaping company based in West London. Founded eight years ago by two passionate horticulturalists with over 20 years of industry experience, the company prides itself on creating stunning outdoor spaces that exceed client expectations. Their end-to-end service combines award-winning garden design with industry-leading landscaping, earning them an international reputation and the trust of high-profile clients, brands, and professionals.
As the company continues to grow, they are looking to recruit a Skilled Maintenance Gardener to join their dedicated team.
The Role
This is an exciting, hands-on position where you will work closely with the Maintenance Team Leader, maintaining high-end domestic gardens. The ideal candidate will have a passion for horticulture, a keen eye for detail, and a proactive attitude. While industry experience is required, a desire to learn and grow within the company is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- General garden maintenance, including weeding, seasonal pruning, and planting.
- Hedge cutting to a high standard.
- Lawn care, including mowing and border edging.
- Watering and maintaining irrigation systems.
- Installation and repair of irrigation systems.
- Planting of annuals and bulbs to enhance garden aesthetics.
- Assisting the Maintenance Team Leader in ensuring gardens reach their full potential.
- Keeping company vehicles clean, stocked, and reporting any maintenance issues.
- Adhering to all health and safety regulations.
Candidate Requirements
As the face of the company on-site, you must present yourself professionally and uphold the company’s values at all times. This role requires physical fitness, as lifting and handling heavy garden and landscaping materials will be necessary.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Strong horticultural knowledge (a recognised qualification is desirable).
- Previous experience in a similar role.
- Familiarity with a wide range of gardening tools and machinery.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Full UK driver’s licence is essential.
Company Benefits:
- Use of a company vehicle or fuel allowance.
- 28 days of paid holiday.
- Supportive and friendly team environment.
- Competitive salary package.
- Workplace pension scheme.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Access to private healthcare.
- Regular company events.
SALARY: £32,000 DOE
LOCATION: West London
JOB No: Q200
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Estate Gardener
Estate Gardener Vacancy
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Estate Gardener to join our small, friendly team, caring for a beautiful private estate in the New Forest, Hampshire. Working alongside an experienced team. You’ll help maintain and develop the gardens, ensuring they continue to thrive. This hands-on role covers all aspects of gardening and greenhouse management.
Set within parkland, pasture, and woodland, the estate features a Grade II listed home surrounded by a recently redeveloped walled garden and pleasure grounds. The gardens include vibrant perennial borders, formal lawns, and a newly established orchard that is in the process of being nurtured and developed. The estate also has a productive kitchen garden, complete with fruit cages and a spacious greenhouse, supplying fresh produce throughout the year.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lawn care, pruning, planting, and maintaining flower borders.
- Greenhouse and vegetable garden management.
- Tree and shrub care, pest control, and plant health monitoring.
- Leaf clearance, watering, and seasonal maintenance.
- Supporting the Head Gardener with new planting projects.
- Safe operation and maintenance of garden machinery and tools.
Essential:
- Minimum of 5 years of gardening experience in a similar role.
- A strong work ethic and willingness to work in all weather conditions.
- A valid driver’s license (due to the estate’s rural location).
- Health & Safety and CHOSHH knowledge.
What We Offer:
- Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, with occasional weekend work (In the Summer months, time off in Lieu).
- Salary range £30,000- £35,000 per annum DOE.
- PPE provided.
- A welcoming and supportive team in a beautiful working environment.
As this is a private estate, discretion and respect for the owners' privacy are important. If you’re passionate about gardening and looking for a fulfilling, hands-on role in a stunning setting, we’d love to hear from you!
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Garden Centre Manager
Our client, an independent business with over 60 years in the Garden Industry, is seeking a Garden Centre Manager to join the team. They are extremely passionate about their people and products and have ambitious future plans, so it’s an exciting time to join.
They are looking for an experienced Garden Centre Manager who is outgoing, ambitious, friendly and energetic with a positive attitude. You should bring experience and a love for managing a retail business; and be passionate about everything from flowers, food, plants, and furniture.
Key responsibilities:
- To lead and develop a team to provide the highest level of service to the customer and to work with the Directors and Managers in developing the Centre in line with the future direction of the Business.
- Ensuring excellent retail standards throughout the site.
- Direct ownership for the Furniture department, looking at the sales/products, ensuring that you are planning ahead for seasonal changes in departments.
- Line management of Department Managers, setting goals and objectives to increase sales and targets.
- Promote ownership and accountability to create a positive, productive, enjoyable and motivated working environment.
- Working with all department leaders and teams to ensure the right mix of product and people.
- Be responsible for all people with having a positive customer experience from entrance to exit.
- Experience in management of stock, ordering and stock wastage.
- Able to work on your feet! Bring new and exciting ideas to the management and Directors.
- Overseeing the rota’s to ensure we have enough people on site, liaising with our Supervisors on site.
- Working closely with the managers of multiple locations, travelling at times between centres in a close proximity.
- Liaising with the maintenance team or where necessary obtaining quotes for grounds / maintenance works.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience in Garden Centre Management or a related field.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent organizational abilities to manage people and various departments.
- Ability to sell products and services while providing exceptional customer service, advice and coach people.
- Knowledge of buying, liaising with reps, stock management and control.
- Reporting to the Directors of the business, the successful candidate will bring exceptional retail management expertise with proven experience of leading multiple direct reports and their teams. You will thrive in a hands-on retail environment and have the drive, confidence and strategic commercial thinking to oversee the end to end business operation, taking full responsibility for putting our customers and people first and delivering outstanding results.
Key Skills and Attributes:
- Solid retail background and proven sales track record.
- IT literate in Office and working knowledge of EPOS systems.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- A passion for driving talent and creating a successful team culture.
- The ability to resolve challenges and build trust between the whole team.
- Friendly & outgoing; and approachable (the role involves working with Directors, HR, team members and customers).
- Able to travel to see reps and suppliers (overnight stays required).
- Experience in buying (outdoor garden furniture an advantage).
- Can-do Attitude.
The role is full-time, working alternate weekends, with a day off during the week. This role offers 28 days holiday, a work place pension, and discount on food and products. Managers also receive a complimentary lunch and invites to social events.
SALARY: circa £40,000 DOE
LOCATION: Buckinghamshire
JOB No: J299
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Gardener
Gardener required
Job ref: ADV538
We are looking for a gardener to work and manage our very productive organic garden on the beautiful island of Iona.
The Argyll Hotel is a 17 bedroom hotel and restaurant located off the West Coast of Scotland on the island of Iona. Iona is a very popular holiday destination with tourists being attracted by its beautiful beaches, outstanding views and ancient abbey. Both the hotel and restaurant are highly regarded, this is in no small part due to its organic garden and its produce, which is showcased in the restaurant on a daily basis.
We currently have a vacancy for a gardener, starting on 1st April (or earlier) and whose duties will come to an end in November. (Usual length of contract February – November though option for winter work available).
The position involves working 5 days out of 7 on a 42.5 hour week, depending on seasonal demands.
The main duties of the position are to manage the garden of the Argyll Hotel, with particular focus on: -
· Annual ordering of seed, compost and other growing materials
· Maintaining the grounds, hedges and lawns of the Argyll Hotel
· Planting and tending the garden
· Organic weed & pest control
· Training and supervising the garden assistant
· Liaising with the kitchen regarding produce required on a daily basis
· Acting as the public face of the garden by providing tours and entering competitions
· Ensuring that the garden is run in line with the standards set by the Soil Association.
· Maintaining records to ensure continuity in garden production.
The ideal candidate will be punctual, hardworking and conscientious. They should be able to work independently, have excellent communication skills coupled with previous experience of working within a vegetable garden.
A Royal Horticultural Society Level 2 gardening qualification would be preferable though is not essential.
The position will pay £14.80 per hour and also includes a share of tips (Averaged over £250 per month last year (not guaranteed)
Accommodation can be provided with a deduction made from wages to cover the cost.
If you wish to apply for the position please supply a covering letter, CV, and a minimum of two references.
Please do look at our website https://www.argyllhoteliona.co.uk/
This position gives a fantastic opportunity to experience island life in a genuinely beautiful environment.
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Lead Soft Landscape Gardener
Are you passionate about landscaping and eager to work on some of London’s most prestigious and high-profile construction projects? Our client is seeking talented individuals to join their dedicated team, with an opening for a Lead Soft Landscape Gardener.
This well-established company has a long-standing reputation for delivering exceptional landscaping services and has been a key player in numerous high-profile projects. As they expand their maintenance and soft landscaping operations, they are taking on even more prestigious contracts across the capital.
Joining this respected team offers you the chance to shape stunning outdoor environments for some of London’s most exclusive projects. In addition to a competitive salary, the company provides full coverage of travel expenses for the successful candidates, making this an even more rewarding opportunity.
Key responsibilities
Lead soft landscape Gardener:
- Supervise, whilst working alongside and mentoring landscapers, delegating tasks and ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Setting out plants following detailed planting plans.
- Coordinate with project managers and contractors to ensure timelines and quality expectations are achieved.
Key Requirements:
- Experience working on construction sites and maintaining high standards of landscaping.
- A CSCS card is preferred, or willingness to obtain one if necessary.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to deliver quality work.
- Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for landscaping.
- Flexibility to work on various high-end construction sites across London.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with opportunities for career growth.
- 28 days holiday, including bank holidays.
- Opportunities for ongoing training.
- Paid travel expenses for your commute to and from sites.
- Tax-free yearly bonus potential.
- Be part of a supportive, professional team working on some of the most exciting landscaping projects in London.
Working hours 7:30am to 16:00pm with paid overtime regularly available.
SALARY: up to £39,000 + Travel Expenses
LOCATION: London
JOB No: I333
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Soft Landscape Gardener
Our client is seeking a passionate and skilled Soft Landscape Gardener to join the landscaping team.
Our client is a leading provider of premium landscaping services, renowned for delivering exceptional quality across diverse projects working closely with a variety of landscape architects, designers and landscapers. From private gardens to large-scale commercial developments, they specialise in creating and nurturing beautiful, sustainable outdoor spaces. As the company grows, they are now looking for a skilled and motivated Soft Landscape Gardener to join their talented team and contribute to the growing portfolio of outstanding projects.
As a Soft Landscape Gardener you will play a crucial role in the creation and enhancement of outdoor spaces. This hands-on position with the aim of achieving visually stunning and ecologically sound landscapes. You will work collaboratively with a passionate team of professionals and contribute to maintaining our high standards of craftsmanship and horticultural excellence.
As a Soft Landscaper Gardener, candidates will contribute to a variety of landscaping projects, with responsibilities tailored to your expertise and experience. This role offers the opportunity to work on both large-scale planting schemes and more detailed ornamental designs, ensuring diversity in your day-to-day work. Whether you specialise in hardy planting such as trees, shrubs, hedges, or have experience with the more ornamental side of planting, such as perennials, seasonal bedding, and grasses; we would like to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
Hardy Planting:
- Planting trees, shrubs, hedges, and hardy plants to create robust and sustainable landscapes.
- Preparing planting areas, including soil cultivation, mulching, and fertilisation.
- Ensuring correct planting techniques to maximise plant establishment and growth.
Ornamental Planting:
- Planting perennials, grasses, seasonal bedding, and smaller ornamental species to create intricate and visually stunning displays.
- Interpreting planting plans to achieve precise and detailed designs.
- Providing care and maintenance for ornamental plants, including watering, pruning, and feeding.
General Responsibilities:
- Working to design specifications and maintaining high attention to detail.
- Using hand tools and machinery safely and effectively.
- Work with the Head of Landscapes and management team to meet project timelines and objectives.
- Monitoring plant health and addressing any issues, such as pests or diseases.
- Maintaining a clean and tidy work environment while adhering to health and safety regulations.
Key Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience in soft landscaping, horticulture, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of hardy or ornamental plants, including their care and planting requirements.
- Ability to interpret planting plans and specifications.
- A passion for horticulture and a keen eye for detail and design.
- Good physical fitness and ability to perform manual labour in various weather conditions.
- Proficiency in using landscaping tools and machinery (training can be provided where needed).
- A positive attitude, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
- Full UK driving license
What The Client Offers:
- Full uniform provided
- 5% Employer pension contribution scheme.
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Overtime available
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- The chance to work on prestigious projects alongside a skilled team.
Working hours are Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 16:30pm with overtime available. Holiday entitlement 28 days per year (calculated on a pro rata basis). Please note the client does not automatically observe Bank Holidays as time off.
SALARY: up to £36,000 DOE
LOCATION: Hampshire
JOB No: H100
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Senior Gardener
Job Ref : ADV536
Senior Gardener sought for The Hurlingham Club
Situated in 42 acres of landscaped grounds adjacent to the River Thames in Fulham, The Hurlingham Club is recognised as one of the world’s finest private member clubs. Since its opening in 1869, The Hurlingham Club’s croquet and tennis lawns, botanical gardens and stately Georgian Clubhouse – regarded as the birthplace of polo – have made it a sought-after destination for exclusive sporting and social activities.
The Department
The Senior Gardener would join the Gardens Team. The Garden Team are part of the Grounds Department and are made up of 29 professional and highly motivated individuals who pride themselves on the maintenance and upkeep of the prestigious gardens and lawns, including herbaceous borders, woodland borders, a lake, hot border, conservatory, extensive rose borders and mature shrubs and trees. The team pride themselves on a high standard of visual aesthetic as well as a strong engagement with biodiverse and sustainable horticultural practices.
The Senior Gardener Role
- Allocating duties to the team of Gardeners.
- Working with the Head Gardener on weekly and monthly operations logistics.
- To place orders and manage data spreadsheets.
- To manage the IPM systems and biological controls.
- To ensure all Gardeners are appropriately trained and carry out all duties in line with the Club’s Health & Safety Policy.
- To provide horticultural knowledge and guidance to the team of Gardeners informally and as a part of the Annual Training Schedule.
- To undertake all horticultural duties to ensure that the Club gardens are maintained and developed to a high standard.
- Take maintenance and development responsibility for a portion of the Club’s gardens.
- Deputising for the Head Gardener and attending meetings when required.
Working Schedule
As Senior Gardener you will work a 39-hour week, plus regular weekend overtime – one in three weekend mornings.
The Candidate
Candidates will be passionate and qualified horticulturalists (minimum RHS Level 2, PA1 and PA6 Spraying Qualifications) coupled with an extensive plant knowledge. Previous experience of supervising teams and managing budgets would be advantageous. A sound knowledge of computers and IT systems is also required.
We offer a substantial and varied schedule of training including but not limited to in-house workshops, webinars, practical machinery training, garden visits and horticultural placements. All uniform and all-weather clothing is provided free, as well as a free onsite canteen and onsite parking, as part of a wider employee benefits package.
Candidates must embody our Club values; excellence, responsibility and courtesy, have the ability to work under pressure and be friendly, polite and diplomatic.
Core Benefits
Benefits include:
- 23 days of annual leave (rising to 28 days after 5 years’ continuous service) plus Bank Holidays.
- Generous contributory pension.
- Life assurance, group income protection and an enhanced sick pay scheme.
- Opportunities for training, development, and progression.
- Annual bonus scheme and annual performance pay review.
- Staff social events, free meals on duty and free onsite parking.
The Hurlingham Club is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.
Please note that, due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us within four weeks then unfortunately you were not successful in your application on this occasion.
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Nursery Plant Production Manager
Nursery Plant Production Manager
Position: Full-time, permanent, but we are able to offer reduced hours in Winter. This could also extend to August, for example if you have children.
Hours: 5-days a week (Including either Saturday or Sunday) 8.30am – 5.30pm.
Salary: Competitive salary (Circa£30,000 per annum) dependent on previous experience.
About us:
Swarkestone Nursery is a proudly independent, family run Plant Nursery and Garden Centre, with over five generations of growing history, based in South Derbyshire.
We specialise in growing bedding and vegetable plants, produced on site by our skilled plants-people.
The ideal Nursery Production Manager will:
- Have experience of working in a horticulture nursery, preferably including seasonal plant production.
- Have excellent knowledge of plants, plant care and maintenance.
- Have knowledge of irrigation systems.
- Have an enthusiastic personality with an ability to easily engage with and connect with our customers.
- Have a creative and entrepreneurial attitude towards plant retailing.
- Be able to recognise and act on sales opportunities.
- Be meticulous to the detail in terms of product placement, standards, presentation, visual elevation and overall look and feel.
- Have an ability to manage and develop a team.
- Be able to work full-time, and/or work reduced hours during Winter months. This could also extend to August for those with children.
Duties Involved:
- Ordering young plant stock, growing media and pots from various suppliers.
- Supervising a small team with both mechanised transplanting and hand potting.
- Creating planted arrangements including hanging baskets.
- Producing festive wreaths and arrangements. Training can be provided.
- Inputting this data onto our CSY Vector EPOS till system. Training can be provided.
- Making labels using in-house software, and other POS items. Training can be provided.
- Giving great customer service through expert plant knowledge.
- Maintaining good quality plant stock by irrigating, feeding, weeding, dead-heading etc.
- Keeping the bedding and vegetable retail area tidy and well merchandised.
- Maintaining cleanliness across the nursery.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- NEST Pension Scheme
- 28 days paid holiday allowance, pro rata
- Employee discount within the garden centre and restaurant
- Free on-site parking
Next steps
We would prefer you to apply by visiting our store with a CV and a covering letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for the role, and ask to speak to John Jackson (Director) or Peter Kilworth (General Manager). I would recommend that you call before you visit to check that one of them is on site and available when you visit. If this is not suitable we will also accept CVs by email to GM@swarkestonenursery.co.uk
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Nursery Manager with Accommodation
We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity to join a long-established, family-run horticultural business as a Nursery Manager. This is a full-time, hands-on role based on a 5-hectare glasshouse nursery, specialising in supplying high-quality bedding plants to garden centres. The position offers the chance to work closely with the partners in driving the success of the nursery.
Ref: H584
Job Description:
As the Nursery Manager you will take charge of the daily organisation and management of up to 30 staff members, ensuring smooth operations and a collaborative team environment. Your responsibilities will include supervising the production process, overseeing the dispatch of orders to maintain efficiency, and coordinating incoming deliveries. Additionally, you will handle the general maintenance of the nursery to ensure its facilities are kept to a high standard. Given the seasonal nature of the business, a willingness to work overtime and weekends when required will be essential.
Required Skills:
The ideal candidate will bring experience in nursery operations and staff management, with the skills needed to lead a team effectively and maintain the smooth operation of a large-scale horticultural business. Strong organisational and communication abilities are essential, ensuring the coordination of various aspects of production runs efficiently.
Responsibilities will include managing stock control to maintain accurate inventory levels and minimise waste, as well as organising maintenance across the nursery site to ensure all equipment and facilities remain in excellent condition. The role also involves implementing pest and disease management strategies to safeguard plant health and quality, alongside managing irrigation systems to meet the specific needs of different plant varieties.
This is a diverse and rewarding role that requires a hands-on, proactive individual who can solve problems effectively and uphold the high standards of a respected and established nursery.
- Relevant experience in nursery operations and staff management.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- PA1 and PA6 spraying certificates.
- Forklift license.
- 5t vehicle license.
- Ability to contribute effectively to the diverse tasks required on-site.
This position offers a competitive salary of up to £38,000, depending on experience. Additionally, the role includes on-site accommodation in a spacious 5-bedroom farmhouse (Utilities to be covered by the candidate).
SALARY: Up To £38,000 DOE (+ Accommodation)
LOCATION: Perth, Scotland
JOB No: H584
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Plant Buying Manager
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Plant Buying Manager to join our client's esteemed and independent Garden Centre in Inverness, Scotland. If you have extensive horticultural knowledge and purchasing experience, this full-time, permanent position could be your perfect next step.
H566
Responsibilities
As the Plant Buying Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and developing our client's thriving plant sales department. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Leading and managing a small team of dedicated staff.
- Driving plant quality and sales and supporting related initiatives.
- Providing face-to-face sales assistance and managing customer enquiries.
- Collaborating with suppliers to ensure well-stocked departments that meet customer demand.
- Maintaining high standards of presentation, merchandising, and pricing strategies.
- Attending trade shows including foreign locations and purchasing large quantities of suitable plants.
- Site visits.
Key Qualifications:
Your role is integral to maintaining our commitment to exceptional customer service, offering friendly and informed advice that has been a cornerstone of our success. Your expertise will ensure continued customer satisfaction and uphold our distinguished company reputation.
- Strong horticultural knowledge and experience
- Proven supervisory or managerial experience in a Garden Centre or similar environment
- Ability to supervise, mentor, and develop a team
- Ability to confidently buy large quantities of plants for multiple sites
- Energetic, creative, and positive attitude
- Strong IT and numeracy skills
- Full UK driving licence
- Relocation support is available.
This role is ideal for someone currently holding a Plant Buyer / Manager position or a similar role, ready to advance their career. You will bring energy, creativity, and a passion for engaging with the public, ensuring our Garden Centre continues to flourish. Please note that regular weekend work on a rotational basis will be required. Relocation support is available.
SALARY: Up to £40,000
LOCATION: Inverness, Scotland
JOB No: H566
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