Garden Centre Manager in Training - North West London - C629
Are you passionate about garden centre retailing?
Are you a confident and ambitious individual keen to take your career to the next level?
Would you thrive in a customer focused role offering exceptional levels of customer service?
We have an outstanding opportunity to join the largest garden centre in Greater London where you will work closely with the General Manager in all areas of the business.
Key points
- Presentation and displays of a vast range of products
- Stock control dealing with suppliers
- Supervision of staff and delegating of daily tasks
- Dealing with customer enquiries
- Key holder duties and cashing of tills
Must haves
- A good working knowledge of garden centre retailing
- Good team leadership skills with a practical approach to all tasks
- Attention to detail in all aspects of the role
- Passion and enthusiasm to deliver great customer service
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com
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Landscape Maintenance Operative - D194
Are you an experienced Landscape Maintenance Operative?
Do you have good plant and horticultural knowledge?
Are you based in London?
Would you like to work for an established company who specialise in providing garden maintenance and gardening services to high-end domestic clients?
Would you like the opportunity to experience a varied portfolio of work?
Key points
Candidates must be able to work alone and on their own initiative as well as part of a larger team. They will be required to liaise and communicate with clients and designers on a daily basis, therefore you must have good interpersonal skills, and be both reliable and punctual.
Work hours are 8am – 4pm, Monday - Friday (with two 1/2 hour breaks). Candidates must be flexible and willing to work additional hours. Work will mainly be based in London, a vehicle and tools will be provided after a probationary period.
Must haves
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in domestic landscape and garden maintenance
- Full UK driving licence
- Experience driving a van in London traffic
- Good plant and horticultural knowledge
- PA1 & PA6 spraying certificates are desirable but not essential
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
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Operations Manager (GM) - M302
Are you looking to work for an established and award winning team of horticultural experts?
Do you want to work for a leading Grounds Maintenance Company, which carries out work for commercial clients throughout the UK?
Are you an experienced Senior Manager looking for a new and challenging opportunity?
Job Description:
The person appointed will be responsible for the management of the company’s operations within the operational area, which is Greater London north of the Thames and Essex, ensuring that key business objectives are met and that site operations run smoothly and efficiently, in order that they meet key performance targets. Specific responsibilities will include:
- Commercial accountability, managing costs and achieving financial targets
- Operational planning - ensure that contracts are delivered in accordance with agreed programmes
- Develop excellent client relationships. Attending client meetings resolving issues quickly
- Provide quotations as required for new contracts and additional works
- Identify and manage risk to prevent an impact on the business
- Ensure work is carried out strictly in accordance with the company safety and quality policies
- Continual development of the team, by means of appraisals and individual development plans
Must haves:
- Extensive management experience in grounds maintenance and winter services
- Excellent commercial skills
- Proven track record in a similar senior management role
- Strong leadership and man management skills
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
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Garden Maintenance Team Leader - West London - J159
Are you an experienced Garden Maintenance Team Leader?
Are you based in West London / Middlesex?
Would you like to work for an established company who specialise in providing garden maintenance and gardening services to high-end clients?
Key points
You must have 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 and excellent communication skills are vital. Daily you will oversee a team of two other staff members, it is key you delegate tasks on each garden so the time is used appropriately. It is important you can offer excellent team work skills and are keen to help and provide direction to the other gardeners in your team.
Must haves
- Full UK driving licence
- Horticultural qualification
- Experience in using a broad range of horticultural machinery and equipment
- Practical experience of high end garden maintenance and leading a team
- PA1/PA6 and Emergency First Aid at Work would be highly desirable
General Information
- Bonus Scheme
- Paid Overtime
- Birthday day – all employees have their Birthday as paid holiday
- Training and career development is encouraged
- 28 days holiday (includes Bank Holidays)
- Uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE) is supplied at no cost
- Working Hours are Monday to Friday 7am – 4pm
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
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Experienced Gardener - A166
A genuine career opportunity has arisen for a well presented and experienced gardener, based in Enfield, serving North London and surrounding counties. This well established and respected company provides garden care for commercial properties and prestigious private estates alike.
The BALI registered, SAFE Contractor approved company employ an existing team of five staff, and are now looking to grow in line with increased customer demand. The company are looking for an experienced gardener to join the team at foreman level, though they are more than willing to employ an experienced operative with potential to grow into the foreman role. Applicants should therefore have demonstrable experience in a similar role, i.e. of private estate gardens.
At operative level the work will involve general garden and grounds maintenance; hedge cutting, mowing, spraying, weeding, management of beds/borders and general seasonal horticultural duties. Candidates at foreman level will be expected to provide direction to staff in terms of safety, machinery operation and basic maintenance, technique, and the application of correct horticultural practices at all times.
Applicants will ideally hold an academic horticultural qualification and spray certificates (PA1/6), though this is not essential if you can demonstrate a suitable level of hands-on experience. A driving licence is essential, as is the ability to present yourself well to clients.
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 732767 or mark.read@horticruitment.com
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Hard & Soft Landscape Foreman - West London - C335
Do you want to work with an established and award winning company?
Do you have knowledge and previous experience of working on high end projects?
Are you a detail orientated craftsman who is passionate about creating beautiful landscapes?
An exciting opportunity has opened for an experienced Hard & Soft Landscaping Foreman to join a well-established and dynamic team.
Key points
- Carry out and manage day to day construction works and garden installations
- Manage the day to day running of sites and your team
- Communicate effectively with project managers to ensure the smooth organisation of materials and timely completion of projects
- Liaising with clients and contractors as required
Must haves
- 3-5 years’ experience working on high end landscaping projects
- You must be a team player with a willingness and ability to work alone at times
- Skilled in stone work, paving, cladding, timber work and knowledge of irrigation systems will be essential.
- Some experience in soft landscaping including turfing, planting and general plant knowledge would be an advantage.
Hours of work: 07.30 - 17.00 with 1 hour off during the day.
Holiday: 20 days paid holiday per annum plus bank holidays.
A Full UK driving licence will be essential.
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
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Gardens Manager Kensington Palace - ADV213
Gardens Manager - Kensington Palace
Historic Royal Palaces (HRP) is looking for a dynamic and experienced hands-on Garden Team Manager to join our gardens team at Kensington Palace. Your role will be to manage a team of dedicated gardeners, taking responsibility for all garden activities, as well as external fabric and green spaces – maintaining and developing the gardens around the Palace to 5 star standards
Leading from the front and working closely with your team, your duties will also include responsibility for health and safety, staff development, work scheduling and the security of all equipment. You will also act as HRP’s representative in all matters relating to the day to day management of the gardens. Floral bedding designs and plant ordering will also be part of this varied role.
Working within this team and with a keen eye for detail you will have a passion for gardening in prestigious gardens; a professional all round knowledge of garden maintenance tasks; and an understanding of what it means to provide a 5 Star service to our visitors.
The successful candidate will be positive, team focused and competent in using a range of horticultural machinery, for example hedge trimmers, lawn mowers and other specialist equipment. You also need to have good range of traditional gardening skills such as pruning, clipping topiary, seasonal bed planting and tending to containerised trees and shrubs.
You will have a horticultural qualification at QCF level 3 with practical horticultural experience, as well as proven experience of managing a team. You should be a proactive, enthusiastic and well organised individual able to work both independently and part of a team. Excellent communication and IT skills are essential in this role. Previous experience of leading a team and the ability to problem solve would be an advantage.
A full driving licence, and PA1:PA6 certification would be advantageous
Salary £ 29,220
Historic Royal Palaces is a registered charity (No 1068852) and an equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcome from all candidates regardless of sex, racial, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, sexuality or responsibilities for dependents. We value a diverse workforce and celebrate our differences.
Gardener/Labourer - Live Out - North London - EC4095
An enthusiastic Gardener/Labourer is required to join a team of gardeners managing a prestigious 5 acre garden in Central London that is currently undergoing a complete restoration and transformation. The work will be varied as there is a mix of formal gardens, kitchen gardens, greenhouses and fruit production including espalier fruit trees, woodland garden and complex water features. There will also be a requirement to clean and maintain a large array of stone features.
You need to be somebody who is happy to work outdoors all year round in a garden where flexibility and a common sense approach to work are required. Applicants should enjoy working in a team, be hardworking and reliable and comfortable operating garden machinery (certificates an advantage). Experience of working in an Estate environment type setting would also be useful.
The gardening team will need to be able to interact with other team members, VIPs and owners alike.
All successful candidates would be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement and be subject a DBS (CRB) check.
Benefits
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension contribution (the company with comply with statutory obligations for pensions)
- Cooked lunchtime meals provided with full canteen facility
- Full uniform and PPE requirements supplied
ACCOMMODATION: Live out position
SALARY: £22,000
LOCATION: North London
JOB No: EC4095
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Hudson on 01233 733510 or mark.hudson@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
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Estate Floater - Wenlock Barn Tenants Management Organisation - ADV214
Wenlock Barn Tenants Management Organisation
Job Description for ESTATE FLOATER
Reports to: Supervisor
Salary: £10.20 from 1st April 2018.
Hours: 40 hours per week.
Main purpose of role:
To provide a comprehensive grounds maintenance and cleaning service. Duties to include: maintaining grass areas, flower beds and shrubs; weeding, hedge cutting and trimming, planting, landscaping and delivering improvements. Cleaning of blocks and communal areas
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Grounds Maintenance:
1. Removing litter prior to cutting
2. Grass cutting using the appropriate machinery
3. Collecting and removal of cut grass
4. Strimming and edging
5. Removal of weeds and dead thatch
6. Re-turfing / reseading of worn out grass areas.
Maintenance and Improving of flower and shrub beds:
1. Removing litter prior to cutting
2. Weeding throughout beds
3. Mulching beds
4. Maintenance and pruning of shrubs
5. Planting
6. Improving the soil through fertilizing, rotating etc.
Maintaining hedges:
1. Cutting and pruning hedges
Cleaning
Carry out a high standard of cleanliness to all internal and external communal areas as directed using chemicals and equipment in accordance with Health and Safety and C.O.S.H.H. E.g. - Lifts, staircases, corridors, landings, walls, and windows etc. and including the removal of graffiti from all communal areas and use mechanical cleaning equipment as directed. Ensure that cleaning duties undertaken is in accordance to the cleaning schedule of the block/s, estate or and as directed by the Estate Supervisor. From time to time, you may be required to undertake any other duties as required consistent with the role, or directed by the estate supervisor and management.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
Experience in Gardening and grounds maintenance Able to use a wide range of gardening tools Able to clean internal and external areas of blocks Able to carry out record keeping Able to use basic cleaning equipment Able to prioritise work load. Able to work alone and also as part of a team. Able to cut grass and prune hedges. Able to lift bulk items of up to 25 kg.
Able to communicate with residents and staff. Health and safety aware. Being flexible and adaptable. Being customer focused.
If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and a supporting statement demonstration how you meet the requirements for the role to: enquiries.wenlockbarn@hackney.gov.uk
Closing date: 5pm on Monday 9th April 2018
Interviews: Thursday 12th April 2018
Experienced Domestic Landscaper - West London - B291
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. Established for 20 years, their projects feature the highest standard of workmanship. They currently have a vacancy for a skilled domestic landscaper to join their team.
The person appointed will be responsible for a variety of landscaping tasks where a high standard is essential.
Tasks will include:
- Site preparation including groundworks
- Planting
- Garden Maintenance
- Ensuring work is completed on time, and to a high standard of finish.
Candidates must have excellent practical skills and experience in soft landscaping and maintenance, with a good eye for detail and strong work ethic, able to demonstrate a successful track record of delivering high quality workmanship which is completed on time and within agreed budgets. It is also important that you have good communication skills, combined with a pro-active and flexible approach to your duties. Good horticultural and plant knowledge will be required.
A current driving licence is essential, with experience of driving in London traffic.
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
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