Horticultural Services Manager
Job Title: Horticultural Services Manager
Job Ref: ADV404
Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 PA (Pro rata)
Hours: 3 days per week Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 5.00pm, with occasional weekend work as business needs require
Contract: Permanent subject to a 3 month probation)
Location: Offices: Acton, Hounslow London.
However, day to day work will be undertaken at sites across West London, or as business requires. These sites may include, but are not limited to private, community-based or public spaces
Reporting to: CEO
Cultivate London (CL) is a London-based charity and social enterprise, that uses horticultural activities to support and enhance local communities in London. Our activities comprise:
1. Commercial Gardening Services: for commercial clients, property developers and local authorities in London. Income generated through our commercial activities is ploughed back into supporting our charitable work.
2. Community Gardening: CL has created community growing spaces in Ealing, Hounslow, Richmond (Kew Gardens), Southall and Battersea.
We have three main objectives:
• To create and maintain enjoyable & sustainable green space for the local community to improve the well being of all
• To give opportunity to learn, train & work to young people and local residents and ultimately help them into sustained employment or education
• To generate appreciation and engagement in green space and its preservation to improve the physical environment and social cohesion of local communities
Visit www.cultivatelondon.org for more information.
Job Description:
A great opportunity to use your skills and experience in gardening, landscaping and growing to help increase Cultivate London’s offer to both commercial and community clients. You will oversee efficient operation of CL’s garden maintenance and landscaping services on a commercial and community level as well as expand the service by seeking out new business and opportunities. This role is for a motivated, energetic person focused on achieving set targets with the ability to think creatively and inspire others.
Contract Deliverables
The main roles of the job:
1. Carry out maintenance tasks and upkeep of a wide range of green areas and growing spaces, including the use of powered, non-powered tools & equipment, the application of pesticides / herbicides in line with good operational practice
2. Liaise with clients and provide excellent customer service
3. Produce competitive estimates and quotations for landscape and garden maintenance work
4. Look for all opportunities to expand the client portfolio and up-sell within existing contracts
5. Maintain accurate records
6. Set an excellent example, supervise and deliver on-the-job coaching for Apprentice gardeners and work experience trainees to develop their horticultural skills and knowledge
7. Review and provide feedback on the performance of jr staff and work experience trainees
8. Attend team and supervision meetings as requested
9. Ensure that all vehicles, machinery, tools and equipment are kept clean, safe, safe, secure and in a serviceable condition at all times
10. Provide tool box talks to the relevant personnel
11. Be responsible for the maintenance of personal health and safety and development of best practice, as well as that of our clients and fellow staff, as required by law
12. Work as part of the CL team and carry out cover for other staff as and when required
13. Undertake any other duties and training that may reasonably be required by Cultivate London
As this post involved working with children, young people and vulnerable adults appointment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosures and Barring Service check
Personal Specification
Essential
1. A passion for gardening and plants, and strong knowledge of both
2. Proven experience of landscaping and horticultural work with a sound knowledge of horticultural procedures and processes
3. The ability to carry out a full range of horticultural operations to a high standard across various sites
4. A horticultural qualification at Level 3 or above and or significant gardening experience
5. CSCS (supervisor level) & SSSTs qualified
6. An ability to produce, read and accurately interpret planting plans and garden design instructions
7. Demonstrable knowledge of workplace health, safety and welfare practice and requirements
8. Full clean UK driving licence
9. Ability to work effectively as part of the CL team and on your own
10. Supervisory and management skills and experience with an ability to supervise and coach inexperienced team member
11. Willingness to work outside of normal working hours including weekends, as agreed in advance with CL
12. The ability to produce and maintain accurate & legible records as required
13. Competent in the production and use of spreadsheets and word documents
14. Trustworthy, dependable, motivated, a good time keeper and communicator
Desirable
1. Experience of growing food crops and nursery production ornamental stock
2. Experience in completing hard landscaping and garden construction
3. Experience of working with community projects, volunteer groups or vulnerable people
4. CSCS (supervisor level) & SSSTs qualified
5. Level 3 Award in Education and Training
6. PA1 & PA6 qualification
7. CS30/31 chainsaw qualifications
To apply please contact Auberon Bayley via e-mail: auberon@cultivatelondon.org
Enquiries may also be made by calling Auberon directly: 07495 183669
Closing date Friday 8th of July 2022
Team Leader in Practical Delivery, Horticulture and Garden Design
Team Leader in Practical Delivery, Horticulture and Garden Design required
Job Ref ADV381
Full Time, Permanent
36 hours, 52 weeks per year
Mottingham/Crystal Palace/Gunnersbury Park/Regents Park/Enfield
Salary £30,389-£35,893pa salary for unqualified Lecturers.
£37,952-£40,139pa salary for qualified Lecturers. salaries inclusive of London Weighting and based on Teaching and Learning grade
Capel Manor College is the only College in London that aims to deliver outstanding and inspirational and environmental land-based learning opportunities across the Greater London region. Our most recent Ofsted report rated the College “good” with good effectiveness of leadership and management. Aspiring to excellence, the College has an excellent reputation for quality, is financially strong and has continuous growth in student numbers. Fundamental to the College’s forward-thinking strategy is support for the environment and food supply in Greater London and the southeast
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Team Leader, the post-holder will join the School of Horticulture, Landscaping and Garden Design team, responsible for delivering Horticulture, Landscaping and Garden Design courses to students across all campuses.
In liaison with the Director and Curriculum Leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing, recruiting, managing and training the Practical Instructor team who assist with delivery and support for Horticulture and Landscaping courses across all college sites They will ensure development and parity of practical instruction across sites, ensure health and safety for participants and oversee the resource budget for Horticulture & Garden Design. They will ensure that all practical classes and assessments run smoothly with well-planned co-ordination between delivery staff, assessors, verifiers and students. The Team Leader will play an important part in continual improvement for all the services delivered by this team.
The ideal candidate will have some management experience, have worked in a teaching or instructing role in Horticulture/Landscaping. They will hold a relevant Horticulture qualification at or above Level 3 and be familiar with delivery of the Horticulture/Landscaping curriculum. They will monitor and develop practical aspects of training and assessment and support staff teams in delivery as well as external competitions as required.
The Team Leader will play an integral part in the planning and resourcing for horticulture and garden design delivery at all centres.
What’s in it for you?
We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme (LGPS), employee assistance programme and full access to Capel Gardens.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support. We particularly welcome applicants from groups currently under-represented in senior roles, including females, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), people with disabilities and from the LGBTQ community.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures.
Closing Date: 27 March 2022
Interview Date: TBC
Grounds Maintenance Manager
Grounds Maintenance Manager (Parks and Sports Turf) required
Job Ref ADV376
Salary: up to £36,000 per annum
Type: 40hrs per week
Location: Valentines Park, Ilford (Office) Various locations in Redbridge (Sites)
Closing Date: Monday, 7th March 2022
Interview Dates: To be advised
Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure (Vision) is a registered charity that manages a wide range of facilities and services on behalf of the London Borough of Redbridge including: Parks and Open Spaces, Sports and Leisure and Culture and Libraries.
Vision is currently looking to recruit an experienced, talented, and driven Grounds Maintenance Manager to lead the delivery of its Grounds Maintenance service across its large portfolio of Parks & Open Spaces and Sports Sites.
The successful candidate will need to have a proven track record of delivering high quality grounds maintenance and excel in sports turf management.
Exciting opportunities like this do not come along very often. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced grounds manager to join an outcome driven, customer focused team with high expectations for the future.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following skills and experience:
-Have a real interest in providing safe, useable green space
-Able to demonstrate a high level of horticultural/sports turf management
High levels of skill and understanding of all industry relevant tools and machinery
-Have a complete understanding of health and safety, and the ability to manage budgets
The role requires a proactive individual with excellent communication skills, who has a proven track record of managing multiple sites, and large numbers of staff. If these are skills and attributes you believe you hold, we would love to hear from you!
For further information regarding the role please email – Christian.Gibson@visionrcl.org.uk
If you are interested in this post, please apply on Vision-RCL website by submitting your CV with your covering letter to https://visionrcl.org.uk/jobs/ explaining why you are suitable for this post. Job Description / Person Specification is available on request from visionrecruitment@visionrcl.org.uk.
Assistant Gardener
Assistant Gardener required
Job Ref E081
Our client based in Central London are seeking an Assistant Gardener to manage and inspire their horticultural team to ensure the delivery of experiences that are representative of Covent Garden as a world class destination. To help curate and support the design objectives and vision for Covent Garden. Deliver seasonal changeovers, one-off installations and ongoing maintenance of all planting across the estate.
You would be required to ensure that your contractual obligations are fulfilled to an exceptional standard and in accordance with statutory compliance. Work alongside the client, colleagues and supply partners to build relationships and develop a one team approach.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
-Act as an ambassador of Covent Garden and seek out opportunities to provide visitors and occupiers with friendly conversation and background information of the plants used and upcoming installations.
-Provide line management for the Horticultural team, coordinate their daily duties and manage holiday cover/sick leave.
-Coordinate deliveries, the use of consumables and the provision and maintenance of all hand tools, equipment and machinery.
-Track expenditure and report to the finance department monthly.
-Manage the apprenticeship scheme and employment of apprentices, provide supervision where required.
-Maintain a high level of H&S awareness, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations at all times.
-Design and present seasonal installations for approval by the client.
-Attend seminars and exhibitions with a view to promoting Covent Garden, sharing best practice and developing innovation.
-Update social media feeds with regular good news stories and photographs.
-Manage the maintenance, repair and replacement of all pots, hanging baskets, and box planters.
-Maintain all plants, trees, shrubs, climbers, perennials and annuals.
-Ensure the safe use and maintenance of equipment such as the water bowser, hedge trimmers and hand tools.
-Maintain a high level of presentation in all areas and report and areas for improvement.
-Manage the maintenance and repair of any garden furniture, outside structures and adhoc installations.
The Candidate:
This is an active and visible role requiring excellent customer relationships with senior client property team members, sound commercial and supplier management skills as well as keen business ability.
-Candidates are sought who have experience with large-scale, high-end installations, managing or supervision a team and a flair for design.
-Knowledge or COSHH and IOSH training is desirable.
The hours of work are Monday-Friday 8am-4.30pm with some weekend work during the summer months.
If this Assistant Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Ruth Bolam on 01233 732767 or ruth@horticruitment.com.
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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Assistant 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 this Assistant Gardener will have been unsuccessful.
Experienced Gardener
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced skilled gardener to manage a beautiful private garden in Hampstead, Greater London. The diverse 1-acre garden consists of a rose garden and climbing roses, wisteria, yew hedges, mixed beds, herbaceous borders and shrubs, mature trees, a kitchen garden with raised beds and a greenhouse, lawn, tennis courts, pond with a water feature and a pergola / trellis walkway.
The skilled gardener will have a true passion for plants and gardening, a positive ‘can-do’ attitude and have the determination and drive to work autonomously. He / She will have a vision for maintaining and enhancing the garden as required and is someone who takes pride in their work.
The successful candidate will ideally hold a minimum level 2 horticultural qualification combined with excellent plant knowledge, excellent technical skills and a minimum of 5 years previous experience working on private estates. PA1/PA6 spray certificates would be an advantage as well as the ability to operate and maintain a range of garden machinery.
Additional duties include maintaining the tennis court (tiger turf - to be kept moss free), clearing the gutters, some handyman duties including some painting and basic electrical assistance, maintaining two cars and once or twice a year take care of the dog. The successful applicant will have a full driving licence.
A one-bedroom accommodation, offsite but next to the property, is provided for the successful candidate. The accommodation is suitable for single occupancy; council tax and water and electricity bills will be covered by the employers.
SALARY: Circa £30,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Hampstead, London
JOB No: EC36107
If this Experienced Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Interior Landscape Technician
Interior Landscape Technician
Job Ref P099
With over two decades of experience our client is a well-established company that supplies and maintains corporate interior/exterior planting schemes for prestigious companies based in London and the Home Counties. They believe in creating welcoming and relaxing atmospheres in the workplace through skilful application of, responsibly sourced, live planting, enhancing the visual appearance of spaces.
From living walls to desktop bowls, hanging plants or bespoke arrangements; catering for some of London’s biggest office spaces. As well as being experts in exterior landscaping and urban design creating beautiful planting schemes for terraces and corporate gardens.
Job Description:
You will be responsible for visiting multiple clients each day within London and the Home Counties, maintaining their existing plant displays to a high standard, as well as installing new displays. This is a responsible position as you will need to work on your own initiative and will be representing the company to the client. You will also need a keen eye for design and trends.
Full on-site training and mentoring will be provided
Duties:
-Visiting client’s sites on a regular basis
-Ensuring that displays are maintained; watering, trimming, cleaning and pest and disease control.
-Installing new planting schemes where required
-Some exterior maintenance of terraces
-Liaising and building professional relationships with the clients
Key Skills and Requirements:
Must be self-motivated, trustworthy, and able to work alone or as part of a team. Uniform and company van will be provided, together with a generous bonus scheme and package.
-Full UK driving licence
-Must be a confident driver
-Minimum of 2 year’s interior plant experience/horticultural qualification is highly desirable
-Excellent customer service skills and a smart appearance
If this Interior Landscape Technician vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sophie Sharpe on 01233 732767 or sophie@horticruitment.com.
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Garden Centre Vacancies
Garden Centre Vacancies
Job Ref ADV354
Due to internal promotion and continuous expansion we are looking for exceptional individuals in and around London and the home counties, with management experience in Plant Areas and Quality Retail. These are exciting and varied opportunities in which you will be working for a renowned brand within the horticulture industry, driving the Hillier vision of being the first choice for top quality plants and trees. As ambassadors for the Hillier brand, our teams are focused on delivering an outstanding customer experience.
Job Title: Garden Centre Manager, Shop and Plant Area Management positions
Competitive Salary: on request
You will lead and inspire the team in achieving all deliverables, whilst ensuring an exceptional high standard of customer care which is expected for a Hillier Garden Centre.
Must haves:
-Minimum of 3 years proven managerial experience in quality retail or plant areas preferably within garden centres
-Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
-Exceptional attention to detail and forward-thinking ethos
-Demonstrate a professional, enthusiastic and flexible approach
-Able to promote excellent team work to achieve exceptional customer experience
-Demonstrate strong people management skills
-Able to be responsive to challenges and demonstrate a ‘can do’ approach
-Knowledgeable in maintaining and monitoring Health and Safety on site
-Able to work with energy, pace and passion
-Efficient organisational and prioritisation skills
Company overview:
With over 150 years’ experience which goes back six generations, Hillier has an international reputation for its horticultural skills and expertise. With garden centres, trade focussed wholesale trees, nurseries and a cash and carry division. Hillier also holds a world record for having the most consecutive gold medals at Chelsea Flower Show.
Here at Hillier, being the best remains at the heart of everything we do. This is a very exciting time to join our evolving and expanding business: with 18 garden centres, in addition to 4 nurseries across the south of England. Supporting our centres and nurseries we have a dedicated team of professionals based at our Head Office in the heart of the Hampshire countryside.
We are passionate about what we do and build loyal and long-lasting relationships with customers and communities based on trust and respect. We care about how we do business and are proud of our history and heritage taking our responsibility towards the environment seriously and follow this ethos within the management of our teams.
We are proud of our values at Hillier:
Honesty, Inspiring, Loyalty, Listening, Innovative, Empowering, Respectful.
Maintenance Manager
Maintenance Manager required
Job Ref L509
Our client is a highly experienced, award-winning landscape design and maintenance company based in West London, which focuses on high-end landscape design and build along with a garden Maintenance Division. The Construction Division has experience in constructing landscapes from the smallest of roof terraces to the most expensive and luxurious of properties. They specialise, in particular, in the implementation of high-quality, bespoke landscape schemes, including bespoke water features, sculptures and intricate stonework. As the demand for maintenance services have increased they now seek a Maintenance Manager to join their team, and to lead this division.
Duties:
We seek an experienced Maintenance Manager, reporting directly to the Director. You will be responsible for the maintenance side of the company, working alongside the Director this varied role will involve coordinating the company’s ongoing & new maintenance contracts. The main responsibility would be to ensure that high-quality garden maintenance and soft landscaping is carried out and delivered to the client’s requirements. As well as undertaking large and small scale planting, turfing and plant procurement. This position will require candidates that have excellent organisation and client liaison skills.
- Up-to-date working knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in garden maintenance operations with a sound knowledge of horticultural practices (planting, pruning, fertilising, etc), growth characteristics and identification of a wide variety of plants.
- A confident managing staff able to provide a clear direction and inspire those around you, promptly and efficiently addressing personnel issues and training and development needs. Demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and create value not only for self but for others.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining a positive can-do attitude·
- Good at relationship-building with the management with a strong attention to detail
- Ability to be a problem solver, identify and resolve issues with efficiency and be focus on the overall objectives of the team to continuously improve ·
- Be results-focused, proactively delivering value that will directly lead to the achievement of business results
Personal Characteristics:
Candidates should be experienced and effective Garden Maintenance, with previous experience working on prestigious residential projects. You should have in-depth knowledge of completing reports and contracts as well as tender documents. You should have experience managing budgets and reporting to senior management. You will be able to effectively communicate on all levels and have good IT skills.
If this Maintenance Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Ruth Bolam on 01233 732767 or ruth@horticruitment.com
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Shop Manager
Shop Manager required
Job Ref R713
Our client has an international reputation for its horticultural skills and expertise within their garden centres, trade focused wholesale trees, nurseries and a cash and carry division. At the nursery, being the best remains at the heart of everything they do. With a dedicated team of professionals, our client is passionate about what they do and build loyal and long-lasting relationships with customers and communities based on trust and respect. They care about how they do business and are proud of their history and heritage taking responsibility towards the environment seriously and follow this ethos within the management of the teams.
Role purpose:
The successful candidate will lead and motivate a vibrant team of retail assistants who demonstrate a passion of exceeding customer expectations and a commitment to exceptional standards. Th shop Manager will report into the Garden Centre Manager and will be responsible for the Garden Sundries / Wild Bird Care / Seasonal Product / Leisure / Giftware / Food Hall. They will be responsible for Two team leaders - covering circa 12 colleagues. (Subject to seasonal variation).
Must haves:
-Minimum of 1 years proven managerial experience in quality retail, preferably within garden centres
-Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
-Exceptional attention to detail and forward-thinking ethos
-Demonstrate a professional, enthusiastic and flexible approach
-Able to promote excellent team work to achieve exceptional customer experience
-Demonstrate strong people management skills
-Able to be responsive to challenges and demonstrate a ‘can do’ approach
-Knowledgeable in maintaining and monitoring Health and Safety on site
-Able to work with energy, pace and passion
-Efficient organisational and prioritisation skills
Key responsibilities:
-Responsible for the financial management of the shop, this includes assisting in the preparation and management of the budgets and analysing weekly sales performance
-Responsible for the ordering of products as per seasonal requirements, liaising with suppliers and buyers accordingly
-Responsible for merchandising to maximise sales opportunities, promoting stock in key areas as and when required
-Responsible for stock management within the shop. To include monitoring wastage and discounting to achieve maximum profit
-Promote the company values, leading by example, foster an honest and open environment where all staff feel able to contribute and communicate
-Identify and coordinate staff development in conjunction with the Garden Centre Manager. Identifying potential skills and knowledge gaps within the centre.
-Lead and promote the highest standards of customer care and service at all times.
-Manage the promotion of the brand in store, by developing good local public relations and managing the active promotion of the Gardening Club.
-Create and maintain a safe working environment for staff and customers and visitors to site ensuring the compliance with the Health and Safety policy.
-Conduct regular appraisals of all staff, encourage performance feedback and use as a forum to discuss developmental needs.
-Run meetings with staff to update and inform key information i.e. promotions, targets, management messages etc. as necessary.
*Any other reasonable duties that are deemed necessary to fulfil the needs of the business.
Offered:
-Competitive salary
-Option to join the group personal pension scheme, including life assurance cover
-31 days annual leave
-Free Parking
-Access to Employee Assistance Programme
-20% staff discount after three months
-50% discount in the Garden Centre Restaurant whilst working
Hours: average of 37.5 hours a week over a 2-week rota, alternate weekends
If this Shop Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 732767 or sara@horticruitment.com.
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Interior Plant Technician
Interior Plant Technician
Job Ref Y514
Our client has an established interior and exterior landscape business carrying out the design, installation, and maintenance of interior and outdoor plant displays to customers which include: - offices, restaurants, hotels, blue chip businesses etc.
Job Description:
Due to continued expansion, they currently have a vacancy for a full time Interior Maintenance Technician, ideally living in West London commutable distance from Central London. Your principle responsibility will be to visit multiple clients over 5 days per week checking the installation of existing plant displays, as well as installing new displays. Occasional travel maybe required to Head Office in Bristol –Duties will include –
-Watering
-Dusting
-Cleaning
-Pest control
-Trimming
-Tidying/replacing surface dressing as required
-Ordering materials/plants
You will also be expected to ensure that clients are happy with the service provided, and deal with any ad hoc requests.
Key Skills:
Our client is looking for keen and enthusiastic candidates who have a passion for plants and good horticultural knowledge, with a proven experience in interior landscaping. It is essential that he/she has excellent customer service/field service skills combined with good communication skills and a willingness to be flexible regarding duties.
You will generally be working on your own and it is important that you are highly self-motivated with the ability to work with minimum supervision. A van will be provided together with appropriate clothing and a full range of equipment. Candidates should hold a full driving licence and be confident about driving.
If this Interior Plant Technician vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Ruth Bolam on 01233 732767 or ruth@horticruitment.com.
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