Operations Manager - Wholesale - L704

A leading Wholesale Nursery with a reputation for quality plants supplying the nations best garden businesses for over a century.  They are currently seeking an Operations Manager to oversee the daily duties and the efficient running of their Wholesale Nursery. 

Do you enjoy holding a good level of autonomy?

Are you an efficient and effective leader?

Do you have knowledge of logistics and distribution?

Key points:

  • Manage the lifting, QC and Despatch function
  • Liaise with transport to ensure optimized logistics and timely delivery of orders
  • Monitoring output and performance, seeking efficiency gains and improved KPI’s
  • Plan and manage staff rota’s within budgetary constraints
  • Assist the marketing department with POS
  • Health & Safety across the nurseries

Must haves:

  • Good communication and team building skills
  • Operational planning and financial awareness
  • Able to work under pressure and to dead lines
  • A strong knowledge of logistics and good IT skills
  • Horticultural knowledge (beneficial)

If this Operations Manager  vacancy is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Operations Manager vacancy.  Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to everyone.  Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for this Operations Manager vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Landscape Operative - E183

Our client is a thriving multi-skilled landscape contracting business based in Hampshire offering an experienced and professional service. They are committed to providing exceptional quality in both their landscaping and maintenance services in central southern England.

Their reputation has been established in all aspects of landscape and maintenance work encompassing schools and colleges, sports fields, LA’s, larger private gardens, hospitals, and retail, industrial and business parks.

They are looking for an enthusiastic Landscape Operative to join them on a full-time basis.

Working as part of a team under the direction of a Landscape Foreman undertaking hard and soft landscape projects for commercial clients.

The work is wide ranging covering ground tasks such as excavations, drainage, subbase together with other landscaping, fencing installations, tree and shrub planting, turfing, and seeding and the like.

Key Skills:

  • Having experience of the landscape construction sector, ideally hard works with some soft experience being advantageous.
  • Specialist experience in areas such as paving, fencing or play surfaces would be beneficial
  • Problem solving and being able to overcome challenges on site
  • From time to time need to use a wide range of power tools such as disk saws, drills etc. and to operate many different items of plant including mini excavators, dumpers, rollers
  • Ideally hold CSCS and plant operator tickets such as NPORS/LANTRA/CPCS (but if not training will be provided)
  • A full clean driving licence is essential, able to drive up to 7.5t and a trailer licence beneficial

General:

The Landscape Operative position is predominately about constructing a wide range of landscape features. The operative will be working within a team of 2 to 4 employees at any one time under the onsite direction and guidance of a Landscape Foreman as well as a Contract Manager.

The company works to a tight geographical area usually travelling under 60 minutes from the base although there may be exceptions for particular clients.

This is also a route for someone who is ambitious to join a progressive company and develop into a role with more responsibility.

If this Landscape Operative vacancy 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 Landscape Operative vacancy.  Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to everyone.  Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for this Landscape Operative vacancy will have been unsuccessful

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Sole Gardener - Live Out - EC4492

A permanent full-time gardener is required to maintain this mature 4 acre garden and grounds situated in a rural location about 10 miles from Winchester. The garden consists of borders, vegetable garden, lawns, mature shrubs, a wooded area as well as a river running through the grounds.  In addition to maintaining the garden to a high standard there are a number of areas which the owners would like to develop further. Applicants should have proven craft gardening skills backed up by previous experience within a large private garden or estate. You should be familiar with the safe use and general maintenance of garden equipment including ride on mowers. You should also be willing to be involved in general handyman duties.

If this Sole Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mike Fuller on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Sole Gardener vacancy.  Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, it is not possible to respond to everyone.  Therefore, unless you hear from us within the next 14 days, your application for the Sole Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Skilled Gardener - Alresord, Hampshire - EC4384

A skilled gardener is required to join a team working under the direction of the head gardener within this magnificent country estate in the midst of the Hampshire countryside. As well as carrying out general garden maintenance duties the person appointed will have special responsibility for the walled kitchen garden.

We seek applications from trained gardeners who have the passion and enthusiasm to develop their knowledge and skills and are able to produce high quality work with attention to detail. Previous experience of kitchen gardening is not essential, providing you are willing to learn.

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mike Fuller on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk

To view more Gardening jobs click Gardening or to view Landscape jobs click Landscape.

To apply for this position you will need to complete a candidate registration form, please see Candidate Registration.

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Skilled 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 the Skilled Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Nursery Assistant - ADV227 - Hortus Loci Ltd

We have exciting opportunities for dynamic and motivated team players!

We offer great career prospects for those looking for a rewarding challenge.

If you have the below, we want to hear from you: 

  • Some experience in the industry: whether wholesale nursery, landscaping, retail or gardening
  • A strong desire to develop a career within a fast-growing business where opportunities are constantly arising due to the speed of expansion
  • A flexible approach to working hours in a fast-paced environment
  • A hard-working dynamic individual to enhance a thriving team

Company overview –

On our 17-acre site, near Hook in Hampshire, our job is to grow a selective range of the highest-quality herbaceous perennials and shrubs in a range of sizes plus sourcing trees and hedging across Europe. Our customers are predominantly high-profile landscape architects and the business is driven by shows and exhibitions.  We are currently the largest supplier to The RHS and we supply all their shows with an emphasis on Chelsea Flower Show.

We are a new, fast paced and expanding company with a fun working environment.

As well as the wholesale nursery, we have a retail arm on site, The Plant Centre, which is extremely successful and growing continually. We are also in the process of establishing a tree nursery and landscaping and plating services.

Purpose –

Nursery Operations are responsible for ensuring all stock remains in excellent saleable condition throughout the nursery at all times. They’re relied upon to ensure the nursery is maintained to an excellent level of presentation and cleanliness. In a busy environment, it remains at our core to pick to meet the client’s specification and timelines. An eye for detail is essential whilst ensuring works are completed on time to guarantee the logistics team are able to load and dispatch as scheduled.

Key Duties –

Potting and growing plants to show standardPlant maintenance across the boardIrrigation and feeding, as requiredEnsure the nursery is maintained to excellent standards at all timesAssist with all show and wholesale pickingWillingness to muck-in with all team duties across the boardWeekend / Bank Holiday working as required during busy show season (March-June)

Benefits –

24 days’ holiday plus bank holidaysWork based pensionStaff discount

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Skilled Gardener - Live Out - EC4222

Our client is looking for looking for an Experienced Gardener with a real desire and interest in maintaining the extensive grounds of a 30 acre private property in Alresford, Hampshire to exacting standards. In particular an understanding of maintaining an ornamental and productive walled garden including a glasshouse is essential. 

You will be working as part of a team undertaking garden maintenance tasks as required throughout the seasons however you will principally be responsible for the walled garden which provides vegetables and flowers to the house.

Tasks include:

  • general garden maintenance
  • grass cutting
  • hedge cutting
  • tending to herbaceous plants
  • planting
  • weeding
  • harvesting of vegetables
  • shrub pruning
  • leaf collection
  • lawn care
  • assisting with fruit tree pruning and harvesting of apples and pears

You will be someone who is hard working, organised, enthusiastic, meticulous, have excellent communication skills with a ‘can do’ attitude and able to work as part of a gardening team.  This is a rewarding role working for a young family who are keen to further develop their gardens and grounds.

This is a full time, live-out position working 5 days per week (with occasional weekend morning work on a rota basis during the summer months). You’ll have a real passion for gardening and the ability to carefully operate and care for machinery and tools. Your own transport is essential for commuting to work.

Please apply with your CV and covering letter detailing any relevant qualifications and previous work history.

ACCOMMODATION: Live out position

SALARY: An excellent salary is offered dependent on previous experience.

LOCATION: Alresford, Hampshire

JOB No: EC4222

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Mark Hudson on 01233 733510 or mark.hudson@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk

To view more Gardening jobs click Gardening or to view Landscape jobs click Landscape.

To apply for this position you will need to complete a candidate registration form, please see Candidate Registration.

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Skilled 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 the Skilled Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

www.englishcountrygardeners.co.uk


Cash & Carry Nursery Supervisor - S507

Award winning Nursery renowned as a supplier of top quality trees, shrubs and hardy plants. They have continued to invest in new techniques, equipment and state of the art glasshouses and growing areas. They are currently seeking a Nursery Supervisor for their Cash & Carry unit working as part of a dedicated team of staff. 

Do you possess experience in containerised production horticulture?

Can you provide excellent customer sales & service?

Are you self-motivated with a proactive personality?

Key points

  • Ensuring correct quality standards for lifting and preparing of plants/trees for customer orders
  • Managing the plant husbandry priorities on the nursery
  • To prioritise and action nursery maintenance and other associated tasks
  • Working with the Section Head with the development of the team
  • Ensure excellent customer service is delivered by all the team

Must haves

  • Experience in containerised production horticulture
  • Experience in leading a small team of staff
  • Self-motivation and drive
  • Possess a proactive personality in a demanding environment

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com

To view more Nursery jobs, click Nursery.

To apply for a position with horticruitment you will need to complete a candidate registration form, please see Candidate Registration.

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Cash & Carry Nursery Supervisor 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 Cash & Carry Nursery Supervisor vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Part – time Groundsperson & Gardener- Live Out- EC4153

A fantastic new position has arisen for a part time, self-employed, enthusiastic and experienced grounds person/gardener working under the direction of the Garden Manager and her small team on a beautiful 200 acre Georgian estate near Winchester.

The family owned friendly estate comprises 100 acres of farmed land, historic ancient woodland, sweeping parkland and a two acre walled garden designed by one of the country’s leading RHS Gold Medal landscape designers.

The successful applicant will need excellent references and a hard working approach with great attention to detail. In return, the applicant will get the opportunity to be well remunerated and work with a friendly team, who are equally dedicated, in one of the most beautiful privately owned country estates in Hampshire that is maintained to the highest of standards.

A PA1/PA6 spray certificate and chainsaw licence would be preferable but training in both these areas can be offered if necessary. Typically, the role will involve mowing, hedge and topiary cutting, weeding, pruning, pond maintenance, leaf clearing, knowledge of garden machinery. The gardens are not open to the public but do have private charity garden tours during the summer months.

Above all, the successful candidate needs to be trustworthy, conscientious, wanting to work as part of a fantastic team, reliable, physically fit, self-motivated and have a great positive attitude. You must be somebody who can be relied upon to work on their own when the Garden Manager is not on site and the owners are away.   A full UK driving licence is essential.

 ACCOMMODATION: Live out position

 SALARY: £140/day (Self-employed) 8am – 4.30pm 3days per week

 LOCATION: Alresford, Hampshire

 JOB No: EC4153

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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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Part – time Groundsperson & 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 the Part – time Groundsperson & Gardener will have been unsuccessful.

www.englishcountrygardeners.co.uk


Wholesale Tree Sales Person - West Hampshire - E835

Our client is a leading Christmas tree grower with a plantation that grows around 1,000,000 trees on 140 Hectares of land.

Key points 

Our client is looking for a sales person for their Christmas tree production business selling at least 60,000 trees wholesale per annum. The person must be able to engage potential clients, have the computer skills to confirm sales, be prepared to travel to visit clients across south and central England, have the physical ability to mark trees for sale in the field and be heavily involved with dispatch, liaising with the customers during the harvesting campaign.

Must haves

  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Experience of making sales in the horticultural sector
  • Engaging personality and the willingness to get out and about and meet customers. This is not an office job.

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 Wholesale Tree Sales Person 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 Wholesale Tree Sales Person vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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Horticulture Manager - Hampshire - A203

A unique opportunity to join a fabulous new garden centre heading up the outside plants and garden sundries team.

Can you demonstrate a positive leadership style whilst maintaining a high profile with customers on the shop floor?

Do you have excellent plant knowledge with a passion for creating innovative displays?

Would you relish the challenge to work as part of the senior management team?

Key points

•To source and purchase a wide range of plant stock

•To share product knowledge and selling skills with the team to optimise their capabilities

•To generate new and innovative ideas to enhance and improve the department

•To form part of the senior management team in terms of duty manager, leadership and communications

•Demonstrate a positive leadership style with an enthusiastic and flexible attitude

•To track the departments financial contribution and analyse sales

Must haves

•Extensive knowledge of plants and the seasonality of products

•Experience of merchandising and managing rapidly changing stock

•Outstanding organisational skills with a hands on approach to all tasks

•The ability to lead and motivate a team to deliver results

If this position is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com

To view more garden centre positions click Retail.

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Thank you for the interest you have shown in this Horticulture Manager 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 Horticulture Manager vacancy will have been unsuccessful.

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