Plantarea Supervisor - N319

A great chance for a Plantarea Supervisor to join one of Kent’s best garden centres as part of a friendly knowledgeable plants team.

Can you maintain and present a wide range of plants to high standards of house keeping? 

Do you enjoy providing a good level of customer sales and service?

Do you have a passion for horticulture?

Key points

  • Merchandising and displays of a wide range of stock
  • Dealing with leading plant suppliers
  • Providing excellent customer sales and service
  • Working as part of a successful team of staff

Must haves

  • A good working knowledge of horticulture
  • Good team leadership skills
  • Happy to multi task on a daily basis
  • A keenest to bring success to the business

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 Plantarea Supervisor 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 the Plantarea  will have been unsuccessful.

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Skilled Gardener - Live Out - EC4201

An experienced and qualified Skilled Gardener is required to work alongside the Head Gardener maintaining a beautiful and innovative 35 acre private estate near Rye, East Sussex. The stunning garden is made up of several different character areas consisting of a very large formal English modern style garden with extensive perennial plantings, rose garden, fern garden, Italian garden, exotic beds, other shrub and perennial beds. 

There is also a new orchard and a large vegetable garden as well as a small new tree plantation, two large greenhouses, rose and clematis 'cloister' type walk, formal hedging and topiary and several formal lawn areas. The garden extends to around five acre in all. The owners have been developing the gardens since they bought the property a few years ago and continue to do so.

The ideal candidate will have proven general horticultural skills in all areas and will ideally be a keen knowledgeable plants person with experience of propagation who works to a high standard. Experience in vegetable and fruit production is also essential.

You will ideally hold an academic horticultural qualification and have proven experience working in a large private garden. Chainsaw certification (CS30/31) though desirable is not essential, however spray certificates (PA1/PA6) would be an advantage.  You must be somebody who is organised, able to work in a small team whilst also confident in working without supervision to maintain the garden's annual calendar and own daily work schedules effectively.

References will be required for the successful candidate prior to starting work.

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Hudson on 01233 733510 or mark.hudson@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk

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 Skilled 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 the Skilled Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

 ACCOMMODATION: Live out vacancy

 SALARY: Circa £24,000 dependant on experience

 LOCATION: Near Rye, Kent

JOB No: EC4201

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Grounds Maintenance Operative - Live Out - A144

A very attractive opportunity has arisen for an experienced and capable Grounds Maintenance Operative to join a well-established and respected firm, covering Kent, East and West Sussex. 

The multidisciplinary company specialises in maintaining prestigious sites throughout the region, to the highest standards.  Employees are involved with a highly diverse and modern contracting operation using the latest equipment, over several industry sectors.

The new Grounds Maintenance Operative will join the team in maintaining numerous large private properties, schools and commercial sites throughout the South East, in accordance with instructions from the management team, to the highest standards. 

Responsibilities will include operating ride-on commercial and pedestrian mowing equipment, lawn care, seasonal bed maintenance and planting, general tidying on a garden and estate level and customer liaison where necessary.  Applicants must be able to carry out physically demanding tasks whilst maintaining strict health and safety instructions.

Candidates should be well-versed in the operation and basic maintenance of machinery, and be able and willing to assist with arboricultural and landscaping/fencing divisions when required.

The company will provide training for the right candidate, so this is an excellent career opportunity for those looking to improve their existing knowledge and skill set.  Regular hours are 07:30 – 16:30 Monday to Friday with paid overtime, and planned Saturday works on a rota system.  Applicants must hold a full driving licence and a good level of Grounds maintenance experience.  Horticultural qualifications and tickets are desirable.

If you are interested in this position please apply or contact Ruth Bolam on 01233 732767 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Grounds Maintenance Operative 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 the Grounds Maintenance Operative vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Maintenance Gardener - A668

An opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Gardener to work for an established and well respected company near Burwash, Kent.  The company provides high quality garden maintenance and horticultural services to a range of loyal clients in the area. Experienced and newly-qualified gardeners are encouraged to apply.

Due to continued success, the company now requires an additional Maintenance Gardener to join the existing team. You will ideally hold a recognised horticultural qualification and a good level of gardening experience, good horticultural knowledge, experience with a range of grounds maintenance machinery and equipment, and will be used to working within a team and on you own initiative.  The role will involve maintenance gardening on a full-time basis, primarily on domestic properties. 

You will be expected to undertake physical gardening duties such as hedge cutting and lawn maintenance as well as pruning, planting, bed/border maintenance.  You should be willing to carry out a range of other gardening tasks as they arise.  A spray ticket (PA1/PA6) is desired, though training can be offered if necessary. 

This is a full-time permanent position, and to ensure your job security you should be willing to assist with various one-off garden projects during the winter months.

The successful applicant will be conscientious and well presented, flexible in your approach to work, be physically fit and have a positive ‘can-do’ attitude. A full UK driving licence is essential, as is your own car for travel to and from the rural yard. 

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 732767.

To apply for a position with horticruitment you will need to complete a candidate registration form, please see Candidate Registration.

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Experienced 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 the Experienced Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Garden Centre Sales Assistant - S361

A fantastic opportunity to work for a multiple award winning family run garden centre as part of a successful team?

Are you a confident individual with a good knowledge of garden sundries?

Do you have a real passion for providing outstanding customer service with good attention to detail?

Key points

•Merchandising and displays of a wide range of gardening sundries

•Stock replenishment throughout the department

•Assisting customers with enquiries and to advise on suitable products

•Ensuring good housekeeping standards are maintained

•Assisting the department manager with other duties as and when required

Must haves

•A friendly outgoing personality

•Knowledge of garden sundries though full training will be given

•The ability to present a wide range of products to high standards of retailing

•Good attention to detail with previous retail experience

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.

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 Centre Sales Assistant 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 the Garden Centre Sales Assistant vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Gardener (Live Out) - A667

An opportunity has arisen for an assistant gardener to work for an established and well respected company in Lower Hardres, Canterbury.  The company provides high quality garden maintenance and horticultural services to a range of loyal clients across a number of areas.

Due to continued success, the company now requires an additional gardener to join the existing team. You will ideally hold a recognised horticultural qualification or adequate experience, have good horticultural knowledge and plant identification skills, experience with a range of grounds maintenance machinery and equipment and will be used to working within a team and on you own initiative.  The role will involve acting as a gardening team member, primarily working on commercial properties.  This is an excellent opportunity to improve on your existing horticultural skills and experience.

You will be expected to undertake physical gardening duties such as hedge cutting and lawn maintenance as well as pruning, planting, bed/border maintenance.  You should be willing to carry out a range of other gardening tasks as they arise.  A spray ticket (PA1/PA6) is desired, though training can be offered if necessary.  This is a full-time permanent position and to ensure your job security, you will assist with various one-off projects on a full-time basis during the winter months.

The role will involve some visits to sites in London, so will entail early starts of 05:00 or 05:30, returning at approximately 15:00, two to three days per week, each week.  An hourly rate of £9.50 per hour is offered, with the opportunity to earn extra via overtime hours.

The successful applicant will be conscientious and well presented, flexible in your approach to work, be physically fit and have a positive ‘can-do’ attitude. A full UK driving licence is essential, as is your own car for travel to and from the rural yard. 

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 732767 or mark.read@horticruitment.com

To view more Gardening positions click Gardening  or Landscape jobs click Landscape.

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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 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 the Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Nursery Amenity Sales Executive - R233

Do you have a proven sales track record and looking for a new and exciting opportunity?

Do you have experience with B2B sales within the Landscape Contractor, Local Authority and Landscape Architect sectors in the UK?

Are you ambitious and able to work in a pressurised environment to meet the seasonal demands of the business?

Our client is seeking a dynamic and driven Sales Executive for its Amenity division to expand its customer base. Working closely alongside the production and despatch departments you will create a market leading service and supply operation.

Key points

•Bringing in new customers as well as retaining and servicing the current client base

•Proactively represent the company throughout the landscape sector

•Produce accurate quotations, records and sales documentation

•Conducting face to face and telephone activities to meet client expectations

Must haves

•Proven track record of B2B, face to face and telephone sales

•Thorough understanding of the landscape market and good plant knowledge

•Able to meet deadlines and work in a pressurised environment

•An excellent and effective communicator

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com

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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 Nursery Amenity Sales Executive 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 the Nursery Amenity Sales Executive vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Amenity Sales Executive - ADV204

Glendale’s activities include grounds management, countryside management, landscaping, horticulture and golf course management.

Glendale Horticulture manages eleven nurseries across the UK, with seven nurseries spread throughout the Vale of Evesham, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, two further sites in Kent and two in Lancashire. The company is one of the UK’s leading growers.

Reporting to the Sales and Marketing Director, and working out of our Tonbridge office in Kent, we are looking for an Amenity Sales Executive, to sell our Trees, Shrubs, Herbaceous and Bedding Plants into the Landscape Contractors, Architects and Local Authority marketplace.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to advance their career within the horticultural sector.  The ideal candidate will possess good IT skills, plant knowledge and preferably have demonstrable relevant experience of horticulture sales. You will have an open and friendly personality with the ability to establish and develop relationships with customers and clearly identify their requirements.

To apply for the Amenity Sales Executive vacancy, please send a letter of application and CV to recruit@glendale-services.co.uk.

 Glendale is an equal opportunities employer

Thank you for the interest you have shown in the Amenity Sales Executive vacancy.

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Senior Horticulture Sales Assistant - S252

Are you looking to join a busy independent garden centre working as part of the outside plants team?

Do you have good horticultural knowledge and can you provide excellent customer sales and service?

Do you enjoy creating eye catching displays?

Key points

•Maintenance and care of a wide range of plants and containers

•Presentation and displays and ensuring the department is fully stocked

•All areas of customer sales and service

•Working closely with the department manager with a range of daily duties

Must haves

•A good knowledge of plants and be keen to learn new skills

•Enjoy working as part of a successful plants team

•Good display skills with attention to detail

•Happy to work in other areas as and when required

If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com

To view more Landscape positions click Retail.

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in the Senior Horticulture Sales Assistant 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 the Senior Horticulture Sales Assistant vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Horticultural Manager - L354

Are you a dedicated plants person with a real passion for Horticulture?

Can you present and maintain stock to high standards?

Can you offer excellent customer sales and service?

Key points

•Merchandising and displays of a wide range of stock

•Delegating staff for all daily tasks

•Maintaining plant stock to high standards

•Providing excellent customer sales & service

•Working closely with the General Manager to achieve great sales

Must haves

•A good working knowledge in plant retailing

•The ability to provide excellent standards throughout

•Good team leadership skills

•Attention to detail with flexibility in line with the business needs

If this Horticultural Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com

To view more Garden Centre positions click Retail

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 Horticultural 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 for the Horticultural Manager vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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