Plant Assistant Supervisor
Plant Assistant Supervisor
Job Ref M147
Our client has a family run independently owned garden centre serving the community for many years. The Garden Centre had a full renovation in 2013. Implementing high standards and competitive prices that our clients’ customers have come to enjoy and expect from the owners. The Garden Centre has a large range of products, including outdoor plants, shrubs and trees; houseplants; cut flowers and floristry; giftware and cards; garden tools; garden sundries; chemicals; toys; food; stoneware, aggregates, timber and fencing.
Our client is currently a Plants Assistant Supervisor who will support the Plantarea Manager in all daily operations.
Job Description:
Duties and responsibilities would include the following:
-Deputising for the Plant Area Manager in their absence
-Assisting with the day to day supervison of the team members in all regards
-Assisting with planning and delivering seasonal priority stock lines such as Christmas trees and summer bedding
-Ordering plant stock when required
-Good knowledge of all departmental items sold
-Merchandising products on the shop floor to create an inspiring and safe shopping experience
-Stock rotaion, aware of the best sellers and dead lines, moves stock quickly as advised by your supervisor;
-Excellent customer service;
-Adhering to all health and safety and follow procedures;
-Good communication with all colleagues at all levels in store;
-Good time keeping;
-Takes pride in your department;
-Polite and helpful manor for all staff and customers;
Key Skills:
The appointed person will have a minimum of 2 years experience working in both an outdoor and indoor plant area. Have good customer service levels and able to work as part of a team. Good plant identification knowledge and merchandising skills are also key.
If this Plant Assistant Supervisor vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Ruth Bolam on 01233 732767 or ruth@horticruitment.com.
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Assistant Gardener
An excellent opportunity has arisen on a private estate close to Haslemere in Surrey, for an Assistant Gardener to focus on the general maintenance aspects of the 10-acre garden, under the direction of a very talented and knowledgeable Head Gardener. This role would suit a physically fit and experienced maintenance gardener with excellent attention to detail and a desire to take on a full-time permanent role on a stunning private estate.
The mature 10-acre private garden is situated approximately 1.5-miles from Haslemere train station and comprises expansive lawns, large herbaceous borders, a wildlife pond and associated planting, a collection of rhododendrons, azalea and camellia, greenhouse, and an impressive collection of mature native and exotic trees including a pinetum and surrounding woodland and fields.
Applicants for this position should be able to demonstrate experience and competence in garden maintenance tasks such as hedge cutting, lawn care/mowing, weed control, basic pruning techniques, and the safe operation of a range of garden tools and machinery. Spray certificates (PA1/PA6) would be beneficial but are not essential. The successful applicant will report to the Head Gardener and will complete the small team of three, currently comprising the Head Gardener and one Assistant Gardener.
Applicants for this position should have experience in each of the above areas and must be flexible and helpful in their approach to private estate gardening. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 with a 1-hour lunch break and additional morning break. The position is offered with 20-days holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays. Candidates must live within commuting distance of the property as accommodation is not provided.
SALARY: £22,000 - £25,000 DOE
LOCATION: Haslemere, Surrey
JOB No: EC27314
If this Assistant Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact mark Read on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Junior Gardener
Junior Gardener required
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a passionate and enthusiastic hands-on gardener to assist in the continuing maintenance and restoration of a beautiful English landscape garden in Surrey.
Our client is Grade 1 eighteenth century landscape garden of great importance. The garden is set in a wooded valley and covers 158 acres with a serpentine lake, a Chinese bridge, a walled garden, vineyard, ruined abbey, a Turkish tent and a remarkable grotto. The restoration of the garden began in the 1980’s with the aim to restore this “living work of art” and now is enjoyed by the public.
As a hands-on Gardener, you’ll assist in making sure that the garden and surroundings are maintained to a high standard. You’ll become driven, passionate and knowledgeable about the varied plants within the garden and its significant position within history. This role will include a range of practical horticultural tasks to develop, enhance and conserve the garden and contribute to the delivery of projects. You'll be helping with hard and soft landscaping and general maintenance of the garden, such as mulching, pruning, leaf clearing and weeding. You’ll support with the planting and maintenance of vegetables, vines, annuals, trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants.
As a member of the team you’ll also support garden volunteers/students and help them to make the most of their time here. You’ll be expected to interact with the public on a daily basis, answering questions and passing the time of day. Helping out with gardening workshops, tours and the setting up/take down of events when needed.
The ideal candidate will have good plant knowledge and have a minimum of 2 years practical experience, ideally on a historic garden. A horticultural qualification is beneficial but not essential, and spray certificates (PA1/PA6) and chainsaw certificates would be an advantage. Candidates must be presentable, positive in their approach and comfortable with participating in garden activities, events and interaction with visitors. Candidates should be aware of the physical nature of the position, and of the requirement to work in all weather conditions. This post also requires the use of garden machinery and may involve some working at heights.
SALARY: Circa £18,750
LOCATION: Surrey
JOB No: EC27183
If this Junior Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Senior Horticultural Sales Person
Senior Horticultural Sales Person required
Job Ref ADV314
A thriving nursery, growing and importing a huge range of plants from Europe and beyond. Nestled within the old walled garden of Ham House and next to the river Thames
We are seeking a Senior Horticultural Sales Person to join our sales team dealing with trade and retail customers, from working on larger landscaping plant lists to dealing with smaller over the counter sales. We are a specialist nursery, all about plants.
- Advise customers via email, phone and in person about plant selection and care based on numerous factors including soil type, aspect, water requirements, space and design.
- Answer plant health enquiries via email, phone and in person: helping to diagnose pest, disease and cultural issues and suggest remedy actions.
- Pull together quotes for trade customers from both our stock and from a range of suppliers, following this through to coordinating completion of orders.
- Process sales of all sizes, including scheduling deliveries.
- Make suggestions to nursery buyers for sourcing standard or novel stock items.
- Provide horticultural knowledge to the wider team as required.
- Creating a monthly trade stock capture and scheduling distribution via email list.
- Carrying out correct retail procedures including cashing up, refunds, voucher sales etc.
- Keep the retail/trade sales office tidy, organized and functional.
- Assisting with watering plants and cleaning & restocking of retail environment as needed.
- Tagging and picking orders, as well as delegating and managing this where appropriate.
Full time, Tuesday-Saturday.
Salary is £27,000-£29,000 + bonus p.a depending on experience. 28 days paid holiday.
Plantarea Manager
Plantarea Manager required
Job Ref J397
Our client is an independently owned garden centre, the family has grown the business significantly over the years. This modern garden centre offers its customer a wonderful range of plants, shrubs, houseplants, garden sundries, cut flowers, furniture and much, much more. In addition, the centre has a highly successful food hall.
They are currently seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Plantarea Manager to lead a growing team of passionate staff. They pride themselves on delivering exceptional quality and choice. Continuously looking to improve standards and the customer experience within the indoor and outdoor plantarea. The client is looking for someone who can take ownership of the plant department and create inspirational and aspirational displays with a commercial mind. Ensure stock availability of the highest standards, whilst offering exceptional customer service.
The successful candidate would be responsible for managing and leading the department in order that customers have a truly unique experience. They are driven to achieve a real ‘WOW’ factor and customer delight is their only goal. You will be responsible for driving sales, profitability and achieving sales targets as set out by the Garden Centre Manager. It is important for the business that all their staff feel a great sense of empowerment, so you can really make this role your own.
Our client values are:
-Working as a team to develop the brand and you as an employee
-Communicate together to create a better working environment
-Committed to providing good quality products and great customer service
Main Responsibilities:
-Overseeing all day-to-day operational requirements of the Plant area and department.
-Ensuring the identification, prioritisation and allocation of tasks for all the Plant Team are met.
-Planning and delivering seasonal priority stock lines such as Christmas trees and summer bedding.
-Manage customer complaints and answer all customer enquiries by email, telephone or in person being dealt with efficiently and in a timely manner.
-Compilation of staffing rotas and thoroughly managing staff hours.
-Ability to cover interviews and recruit for the department as and when required.
-Good knowledge of all departmental items sold.
-Merchandising products on the shop floor to create an inspiring and safe shopping experience.
-Stock rotation, aware of the best sellers and deadlines, move stock quickly as necessary.
-Generate ideas to support the development and efficiency of the Plant area department.
-Planning and managing staffing levels for indoor and outdoor plant area whilst working with the partners on the needs of the business.
If this Plantarea Manager vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Ruth Bolam on 01233 732767 or ruth@horticruitment.com.
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Horticultural Assistant
Horticultural Assistant required (Soft Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance)
Job Ref ADV302
Oakleaf Enterprise is a mental health charity based in Guildford, Surrey who’s aim is to transform the lives of adults managing their mental ill-health and help them to secure the skills, confidence and training needed to return to the workplace. This pathway is delivered via three main focuses: Work-Related Training, Wellbeing Activities and Counselling Services. The Horticultural Assistant is an integral role contributing to Work-Related Training.
Job Purpose
The aim is to increase & undertake privately commissioned horticultural work. Develop clients’ abilities & confidence, through the teaching of soft landscaping & grounds maintenance skills.
Main Duties and responsibilities
Business Development
-Actively promote the organisation to guarantee the growth of the horticultural department, increasing income & work opportunities.
-Provide quotations for any new customer work undertaken by the department.
-Actively monitor any success or failures of the project and following consultation, take any action as may be necessary
-Negotiate with customers to ensure their requirements are adhered to, whilst considering the abilities & skills of the workforce
Client
-Teach clients fundamentals of general landscaping and garden maintenance.
-Identify clients who have the ability to attain employment or further vocational training.
-Ensure Oakleaf’s confidentiality procedures are adhered to.
-Participate in the induction & training of volunteers.
-Maintain a high level of care and support for Oakleaf clients, ensuring all elements of our Mission are adhered to.
General
-Keep accurate records of all work, from quote through to invoice.
-Ensure that all agreed expenditure is adhered to & a cost effective approach is maintained at all times.
-Ensure Risk Assessments are undertaken for every project &these are updated whenever necessary.
-Maintain all items of landscaping equipment & machinery ensuring they are compliant with Health & Safety regulations.
-Ensure maintenance of a safe and efficient working environment in accordance with current Health and Safety legislation including the Heath and Safety at Work Act 1974, COSHH Regulations, Environmental Health and EC Directives.
-Perform any other reasonable duties as may be requested by the Chief Executive.
Review
This job description is an indicator of general areas of responsibility and will be amended in accordance with the changing needs of the organisation in consultation with the post holder.
Terms & Conditions
Salary: £20,000 pa
Hours: 36 hours per week
Annual leave: 20days plus public and statutory holidays
Notice Required: Two months Term: Permanent
Clean driving license and over 25 (required for company insurance policy cover)
2 years gardening/landscape experience required
Part-time Skilled Gardener
Part-time Skilled Gardener required
A rare opportunity has arisen for a skilled self-employed gardener/horticulturist to contribute to a wonderful private garden in Surrey. This position will suit an academically qualified and experienced plantsperson in the Cobham area, with room in their schedule for one day per week.
The historic garden has been part of the NGS for over 30-years and is owned by a respected horticulturist. The garden is of a natural style with some formal areas and is densely planted throughout. At just under an acre, the garden is not large but contains a range of plants and features too numerous to list individually, including a green wall, a stumpery planted with ferns, pleached whitebeam and large ‘naturalistic’ beds and borders. The classic English country style could be described as a ‘secret garden’ and is a haven for insect and birdlife.
Applicants for this role should be self-employed skilled gardeners with excellent plant knowledge and a genuine passion for horticulture. Although just one day per week, the working day will require energy and good time management to reflect the owner’s drive and hands-on commitment to the garden that she demonstrates. The successful candidate will be expected to be able to identify and manage a range of plants and features and must therefore be physically fit with a thorough knowledge of horticulture. An academic horticultural qualification at RHS Level 3 is desired, though not necessarily essential if a strong horticultural work history can be demonstrated.
RATE: £25-£35/hr DOE
LOCATION: SURREY
JOB No: EC26248
If this Part-time Skilled Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Experienced Gardener
A passionate and experienced Gardener / Plantsman is sought after to maintain a beautiful 3-acre private garden in Weybridge, Surrey.
The garden was extensively redeveloped 10 years ago and has recently undergone further developments. This stunning garden has previously been featured in homes & gardens and is being kept to a high standard. The gardens surrounding the house consists of extensive lawns, flower beds, borders, shrubs, kitchen garden, raised beds, green house, a variety of mature and young trees and at the end of a garden is a lake. The kitchen garden / raised beds supply the house with fruit and vegetables and propagation is carried out in the greenhouse.
The owners have a real passion for their garden and are looking for an experienced gardener to manage and maintain the garden with minimal supervision to a high horticultural standard. As the sole gardener, you will be expected to undertake a range of normal gardening duties including weeding, specialist pruning, planting, etc. Additional assistance can be provided during the busier period for the hedge cutting and lawn care if required.
The ideal candidate will be a true plantsman, have good plant identification and knowledge of the seasons. Applicants should ideally have a minimum level 2 horticultural qualification and have previous experience working on a private estate. Although sprays are used to a minimum, a spray certificate PA1/PA6 would be an advantage. Chainsaw certificate and driving licence would also be ideal.
Other requirements for the role are good communications skills and ability to oversee contractors as and when onsite. The gardener should be happy to work outside in all weathers, have the drive to get the job done to a high standard and a have a vision for maintaining and enhancing the garden as required. With an extensive range of equipment onsite, the successful applicant will be expected to operate a range of garden machinery and have good craft skills. A truck is provided with the position for the sole use of the gardener hence a driving licence is essential.
This is an excellent opportunity for a gardener who takes pride in their work and is looking to work with owners who enjoy a beautiful garden.
SALARY: £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Weybridge, Surrey
JOB No: EC25960
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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Horticultural Advisor
Horticultural Advisor required
Job Ref ADV297
We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable horticulturist who has a broad knowledge of plants and gardens, loves solving problems and enjoys helping people make the most of their gardens. If that sounds like you the role of Horticultural Advisor could be for you!
RHS Horticultural Advisors directly support RHS members and the gardening public to fulfil the RHS Vision of “enriching everyone’s lives through plants and making the UK a greener and more beautiful place”.
As a Horticultural Advisor you will be responsible for delivering the very best gardening advice by email, letter, phone, online and face-to-face both at Wisley and at RHS Flower Shows and events. You will provide guidance to RHS members, garden visitors, staff, students, apprentices and volunteers and help deliver outstanding customer experience.
As well as excellent horticultural knowledge (including identification, selection and care of garden plants), the successful applicants will have sound scientific understanding, excellent computer skills, a desire to learn and a passion for helping people. They will be strong team players and will be keen to take responsibility for their own work and projects. They will also be outstanding verbal and written communicators who will relish participating in creating press and magazine articles, publishing web pages, podcasts, social media and giving talks and demonstrations.
Applicants should be educated to degree level (or equivalent) in horticulture or a related field and have relevant experience in a customer facing garden or horticultural organisation.
Experience of writing or broadcasting about gardening would be a big advantage.
37.5 hours per week (5 in 7 rota with some weekend working)
To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.
Close date 9th Feb 2021.
Couple
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced gardener and housekeeper couple who are looking for an opportunity to live and work on a beautiful private estate in their respective professions full time.
The stunning estate is a grade II listed, seventeenth century English country house, located near Woking, Surrey. The wider estate includes farmland, woodland, rented accommodation and the formal garden surrounding the main house comprise of lawns, borders surrounding the house, a walled garden, kitchen garden and a wide range or young, mature and specimen trees.
The gardener will be responsible for the maintenance of the garden to a high horticultural standard and will work closely with the owner on further developments and implementations. They will ideally have the enthusiasm, drive, hold a horticultural qualification and have experience managing a private estate garden. Excellent horticultural knowledge and confident in plant identification is essential. Experience in the use and maintenance of garden machinery is required and spraying certificates PA1/PA6 and chainsaw licence are desirable.
The housekeeper will be responsible for keeping the home organised, clean and tidy. Duties will include the cleaning of the rooms, hoovering, dusting, making the beds, the laundry, ironing and some cooking. The owners have three young children and will require occasional assistance with the children.
A competitive salary is provided for the couple as well as a 2-bedroom semi-detached cottage onsite at a reduced rate of £700 per month. Both positions are full time – 40 hours per week. Weekend work is required, and two days will be given off during the week.
SALARY: £50,000 – 55,000 DOE for a couple + reduced rent accommodation
LOCATION: Woking, Surrey
JOB No: EC22655
If this Couple vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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