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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Experienced Gardener, Stanmore, Middlesex - ADV111
Experienced Gardener to work on a beautiful private estate in Stanmore, Middlesex.
The estate is set in 35 acres with 2 acres of formal lawns, bedding around the house, a walled kitchen garden with a substantial greenhouse growing a mixture of fruit and vegetables, Koi and informal ponds and Japanese Garden, Folly, woodlands, paddocks and stabling for quality dressage horses and a private fenced deer park with 30 fallow deer.
The applicant must have excellent horticultural knowledge and experience working in a kitchen garden is essential as is the ability to multi-task on the various daily gardening responsibilities and be enthusiastic and self-motivated and able to work on their own initiative within a small but dedicated team. Applicants should have a range of practical skills and ATV, spray and chainsaw certificates are desirable
Candidate must live relatively local to Stanmore, Middlesex.
Assistant Plant Manager - T514
Are you interested to join a popular independent North London Garden Centre providing a fantastic range of top quality plants?
Do you have a passion for plants and enjoy creating a variety of displays?
Would you enjoy helping disadvantaged people in the work place?
Key points
- Ordering of plant stock and developing excellent working relationships with suppliers
- Providing specialist knowledge of a wide range of plants
- Visiting trade shows, events, plant nurseries and garden centres
- To develop and maintain a high standard of customer service
- Assist the manager with supervision and on the job training of staff
- Duty Manager responsibilities at weekends
Must haves
- A good working knowledge of a wide range of plants
- Experience of purchasing plants and dealing with suppliers
- Good supervisory and team leadership skills
- The ability to offer excellent customer sales and service
If the position of Assistant Plant Manager is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com
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Landscape Gardener - West London - T572
Would you like to do high quality maintenance work in a prestigious private park in the North West London area?
Would you like to work in a role where you can further your horticultural knowledge whilst taking advantage of excellent career opportunities?
Key points
Candidates will be working as part of a team and will be expected to complete a wide variety of maintenance tasks. You will be required to work to a high standard and be proactive and flexible in your approach to work.
Duties will include:
•Grass cutting and strimming
•Weeding and mulching beds and borders
•Pruning, dead heading and shrub maintenance
•Use of mowers, hedge cutters and leaf blowers
Must haves
•Good plant knowledge and understanding of correct horticultural practice
•Good practical skills in garden maintenance
•A full UK driving licence is essential
•Formal horticultural qualification
If the position of Landscape Gardener is of interest please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
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Senior Horticulturalist - B406
Are you an experienced Senior 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 operating from 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
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Senior Horticulturalist 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 Horticulturalist vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Interior Landscape Technician - l863
Are you an experienced interior landscape technician?
Are you based in north-east London or Essex?
Would you like to work for an established company with decades of experience who specialise in the design, construction and maintenance of interior plant displays?
Would you enjoy working in high-end and luxury premises where meticulous standards are required?
Key points
The person appointed will be responsible for visiting multiple clients each day checking the installation of existing plant displays, as well as installing new displays. The displays are varied in both size and content, and include some fantastic looking schemes for many luxury clients, including blue-chip companies and household names.
Must haves
•Full UK driving licence
•Minimum of 2 years horticultural experience
•Excellent customer service skills
•A horticultural qualification is highly desirable
•A smart appearance is essential
If this position 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 this Interior Landscape 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 within the next 14 days, your application for the Interior Landscape Technician vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Gardener/Labourer - EC3862
An enthusiastic person is required to join a team of gardeners managing a prestigious 5 acres of 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 to 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: EC3862
If this position is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Hudson on 01233 733510 or mark.hudson@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Gardener/Labourer 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/Labourer vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
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