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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Sole Gardener - Live Out - EC4055
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Sole Gardener to take ownership of a beautiful private estate garden near Littlehampton, West Sussex. This position would suit a skilled, qualified gardener with a good work ethic, good physical fitness and the ability to plan their own time.
The three acre private garden is located a short walk from the south coast and adjacent to a large golf course to which it is associated. The garden has expansive views across the countryside to the north and is partitioned into areas corresponding to the orientation of the house. Open formal lawns, summer bedding plants, mixed shrubs, beds and borders, paved areas and mature trees make up the character of the space, with the neighbouring golf course providing an attractive and peaceful backdrop. A tennis court and outdoor swimming pool are also located within the garden, though minimal management of these is required.
The management of raised beds will be necessary as seedlings are bought in to be grown by the gardener on site. This is not a large kitchen garden but rather a small area designed to encourage children to become interested in the growing of produce. Basic kitchen gardening skills and knowledge will therefore be required of the new Sole Gardener. As the private garden is located adjacent to, and is associated with the golf course, some maintenance of the commercial area will be required as part of the role. Assistance in this area will be provided by the golf course staff where necessary.
Applicants should hold an academic horticultural qualification, demonstrable experience of gardening autonomously, and must be able to plan their own work effectively at all times. Good horticultural knowledge and physical fitness is required, as is a positive general outlook and the desire to realise the pride in managing a private estate garden. A 40 hour week is offered on a permanent basis, with a generous salary for the ideal candidate.
SALARY: £25,000
LOCATION: Littlehampton, West Sussex
JOB No: EC4055
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 733510 or mark.read@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk
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Lead Sprayer / Crop Protection Specialist - E157
Are you an experienced Crop Sprayer looking to progress into a leadership position?
Do you have previous experience of working on a commercial production nursery?
Do you have excellent pest and disease knowledge as well as a good understanding of plant protection applications?
Our client seeks an experienced chemical spray supervisor/crop inspector to join their team. The successful candidate will be familiar with identifying pests and diseases and then taking the appropriate action to manage the crops. Additional responsibilities will include monitoring and planning of chemical applications and carrying out spraying activities.
Key points
•Identify and planning crop protection programmes
•Identifying pest and disease and taking appropriate action
•Working within a team as well as directing others
•Taking accountability of ensuring company health and safety policies are adhered to
Must haves
•Previous experience crop protection of different crops in a commercial environment
•Excellent knowledge of pest and disease identification and applications
•Able to work on own initiative as well as directing others
A Horticultural qualification and relevant industry experience is required. Other highly desirable qualifications include PA1 and PA6.
A full UK driving licence will be required, with access to your own vehicle
If the position Lead Sprayer / Crop Protection Specialist is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com
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Lead Grower and Gardener - Aldingbourne Trust - ADV203
Job Description is available here - https://www.allchichesterjobs.com/supporting-documents/541/ACC-LeadGrowerandGardener-January2018.pdf
The Aldingbourne Country Centre is located on the edge of the South Downs National Park - we grow and sell a range of bedding plants to members of the public at our established visitor attraction that draws over 60,000 visitors a year. The Aldingbourne Centre provides vocational training for people with learning disabilities (our clients) across a range of activities including working in our gardens and greenhouses.
We are looking for a person with experience in growing and selling plants in a commercial setting to carry out the following duties:
- Grow bedding plants in green houses
- Buy plugs and grow them on to bed plant stage
- Display the plants in attractive ways for customers to view and buy
- Talk to customers about the plants
- Supervise clients' working and assisting in the greenhouses and gardens
- Maintain Aldingbourne's grounds, including planting our own plants in the beds around the site and trimming hedges, cutting back trees occasionally etc
The ideal candidate will have:
- Commercial experience of growing and selling plants (perhaps you will have worked in a garden centre or horticultural business)
- Have an understanding of financials regarding buying, growing on and selling of plants
- Be happy speaking to customers
- Have a kind and understanding nature in supporting our clients. You do not need to have experience in a care role - provided you have a kind nature and are willing to be guided in working alongside our clients we will provide training in this aspect of the role.
The role will have some staff supervision responsibilities as you will manage our gardener/horticultural support staff member.
You will be required to develop excellent working relationships with Country Centre staff, volunteers, the people we support and visitors to the Country Centre. You will be supported by the Senior Support with responsibility for Horticulture, Events, Farm and Retail and the Country Centre team.
Due to the nature of this role, some weekend working is required including public holidays. Rotas will be agreed on a monthly rolling basis.
The contractual hours for this post are 37.5 hours per week based on working 5 days from 7 (dependent on rotas), including some weekend and public holidays.
To apply for the Lead Grower and Gardener position, please click on the following link: https://www.allchichesterjobs.com/aldingbourne-jobs/job-details.cfm?job=296728
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Gardener - Sarah Raven’s Cutting Garden - ADV201
Job Title: Gardener
Hours: Full Time, 5 days a week. Occasional Saturday working when Perch Hill is open to the public
Reporting to: Head Gardener
Location: Sarah Raven’s Cutting Garden, Perch Hill Farm, Robertsbridge, East Sussex
Salary: According to experience
Duties and Responsibilities:
You will be part of a small, friendly and dedicated team. You will need to have knowledge and experience of productive horticulture, including succession planting, cultivation of cut flowers, vegetables, fruit, herbs and edible flowers. Also to have the ability to communicate with and respond to kitchen requests as required. You will be expected to maintain the grounds to a high standard under the direction of the Head Gardener. You will also be required to take care of plant stock for sale and have the ability to keep accurate records. You need to be happy dealing with the public on open days, course days and other events. You will have an interest in and have experience of chicken keeping.
The successful applicant will hold a recognised academic horticultural qualification, have excellent practical skills in all areas of garden maintenance, including the use of petrol powered machinery, and preferably hold PA1/PA6 spray certificates and be in possession of a CS30 card.
Personal Qualities:
Applicants must be physically fit and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You will have good attention to detail, a working knowledge of health and safety standards and a flexible approach to non-gardening duties on occasions, particularly on our event days at Perch Hill.
You will hold a full driving licence, have your own transport and love dogs.
Our process:
Please send your CV to school@thecuttinggarden.com or contact Tracy Bevan on 01424 838005
The closing date for applications is Friday 9 February 2018
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview at Perch Hill Farm during week commencing 12 February 2018
The post to commence in early March 2018
Outdoor Plant Manager - L149
Do you have a passion for garden centre retailing?
Are you a dedicated and knowledgeable plants person?
Do you excel in providing excellent customer sales & service?
Key points
•To manage the Outdoor Plants department providing a good level of housekeeping
•Responsible for weekly top ups of a wide range of plants
•To drive performance maximising commercial potential
•Leading and motivating a team of staff to achieve company targets
Must haves
•A positive approach to sales with a willingness to learn and develop
•A good working knowledge of a wide range of plants
•Take ownership and responsibility
•Enthusiastic leadership that turns ideas into reality
If this position is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com
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Grounds Maintenance Contracts Manager - J335
Would you like to work for an established and award winning company offering a wide range of specialist services?
Are you an experienced Contracts Manager with excellent operational knowledge of the Grounds Maintenance sector?
Do you have a proven track record with the Grounds Maintenance sector and looking for a new challenging opportunity?
Our Client currently seeks an experienced Contracts Manager to run the day to day operations of their grounds maintenance contracts. The position will tend to be primarily office based, but with the need to make regular site and client visits.
Key points
•Overseeing the day to day operations of mobile teams in the London and Southeast areas carrying out gardening and grounds maintenance duties
•Estimating ad hoc works arising from existing clients
•Attending client meetings, maintaining and developing strong working relationships
•Assist in the preparation of tenders and PQQ’s
Must haves
•Proven experience within a similar role
•Excellent industry knowledge combined with a good understanding of operational management
•Strong leadership skills able to maintain a highly motivated work force
•Good technical skills and commercial awareness are also essential in order to ensure that the department meets its targets
In return the Company is able to offer an attractive package plus the opportunity to join an expanding business providing good career prospects for the right candidate.
If this position of Grounds Maintenance Contracts Manager is of interest, please apply or contact Sarah Goodhew on 01233 732767 or sarah@horticruitment.com
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Landscape Gardener - T571
Would you like to do high quality maintenance work as a Landscape Gardener for a prestigious developments in the Horsham 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 be expected to complete a wide variety of maintenance tasks. You will be required to work to a high standard and able to 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 this position is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
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Soft Landscaping Supervisor - U742 - FILLED
Are you an experienced team leader or supervisor in soft landscape construction?
Are you looking for a position within an established landscape company specialising in the design and construction of soft landscape projects within the commercial sector?
Key points
The person appointed will be responsible for supervising a number of teams working on a number of different projects. He/she will be responsible for ensuring that the day to day site operations run smoothly.
This is a hands-on role so it is essential that candidates have excellent practical skills in all aspects of soft landscaping combined with good plant knowledge. He/she should have good leadership and man management skills and be able to deliver projects on time and to a high quality of workmanship.
Must haves
•Full UK driving licence
•Commercial soft landscape construction experience
•CSCS card
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