Experienced Maintenance Gardener - G904
Are you an experienced Maintenance Gardener?
Are you based in Surrey?
Would you like to work for an established company who specialise in providing garden maintenance and gardening services to both high-end commercial and residential clients?
Would you like the variety of working in both large and small gardens?
Key points
Our client has an opportunity for an experienced gardener to join their maintenance team. They cover a wide variety of high standard gardens throughout Surrey. The candidate should have proven experience in all aspects of garden maintenance.
Horticultural qualifications are essential. The candidate needs to be able to manage the gardens and provide year round planning for the future upkeep of the gardens.
Excellent communication and client management skills are essential. The candidate needs to be polite, enthusiastic and physically fit with a good eye for detail.
Must haves
- Full UK driving licence
- Horticultural qualification Level 2 or higher
- Experience in using a broad range of horticultural machinery and equipment
- Practical experience of garden maintenance, including hedge cutting to a high standard
If this Experienced Maintenance Gardener 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 Experienced Maintenance 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 Experienced Maintenance Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Gardener/Driver/Team Leader - H046 - This position has now been filled
Gardener/Driver/Team Leader required
Our client has been at the cutting edge of garden design, build and maintenance for nearly 30 years and they are passionate about every element of work they carry out. The company works mainly in Surrey and London for high-end domestic clients.
They currently have a requirement for a Maintenance Gardener who would also be a driver and Team Leader.
Job description
The successful candidate will be working from the base in Kingston.
There will be two days working in Virginia Water, one day in East Sheen, one day in Heathrow and one day in London. Some very nice gardens.
Duties will include -
- Liaise with clients and suppliers
- Lawn cutting and Edging
- Changing window displays
- Weeding and Planting
- Pruning and hedge cutting
- Watering and management of watering systems
- Management of water features
- Pest control
- Maintenance of gardening equipment
Key Skills
Candidates will need to have similar previous experience and relevant horticultural qualifications as well as comprehensive plant knowledge. Spraying certificates would be desirable and experience in using and maintaining garden machinery will be essential.
A full, clean driving licence will be essential.
If this Gardener/Driver/Team Leader vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com
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Plantarea Manager - P429 - This position has now been filled
Our client is a dedicated and successful independent garden centre who are proud to offer an extensive range of products. Their plants are carefully chosen and of excellent quality, so you have a great choice including new and unusual varieties, purchasing from local nurseries whenever possible to hand pick the best plants. They are currently seeking an enthusiastic Plantarea Manager to join the team.
Do you have excellent plant and product knowledge?
Do you have good plant purchasing skills?
Can you provide inspirational plant displays?
Key points
- Purchasing of plant stock and dealing with suppliers
- Monitoring of sales to ensure accurate stock control
- Merchandising and displays of a wide range of products
- Supervising a team of staff delegating duties
- Providing a first-class customer service
Must haves
- Good plant purchasing experience
- Some form of Horticultural qualification
- Excellent display skills with attention to detail in all tasks
- A passion for horticulture with an enthusiastic and flexible approach
If this Plantarea Manager vacancy is of interest please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com.
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Garden Maintenance Supervisor - H034
Our client has been at the cutting edge of garden design, build and maintenance for nearly 30 years and they are passionate about every element of work they carry out. The company works mainly in Surrey and London for high-end domestic clients.
They currently have a requirement for a Garden Maintenance Supervisor who can also help with more office-based duties.
Job description
The role offered includes joining and leading trained horticultural operatives, covering garden maintenance tasks using modern vehicles and up to date machinery and equipment.
The work will be in prestigious domestic locations where good horticultural practice, attention to detail and high client expectations will be the norm.
The Garden Maintenance Supervisor’s tasks will include –
- Visit gardens to ensure that the work is to a high standard and compile job lists for the gardeners.
- Meet clients and action their requests.
- Meet staff to discuss work as appropriate.
- Compile rotas.
- Supply vehicles with appropriate materials in accordance with the time of year.
- Design, research and project management.
- Plant sourcing.
- General office admin.
- Purchase, supply and place seasonal bedding.
- Organise & implement maintenance extras, for example:
- Jet washing
- Lawn food – spring/summer/autumn
- Autumn bulbs
- Mulch
- Scarifying
- Undertake any other duties within the responsibility of the role as required
Key Skills
The successful candidate will have excellent horticultural experience, be well organised, well presented, and be able to communicate well with both clients and staff.
They must have a full UK driving licence and be experienced driving a work van in and around London.
Applications are invited from candidates who would like to consider taking up this position on either a full or part-time basis.
If this Garden Maintenance Supervisor 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 Garden Maintenance 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 this Garden Maintenance Supervisor vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
Garden and Grounds Operative - Live Out - EC6584
Garden and Grounds Operative required
An opportunity has arisen for a physically fit and motivated hands-on grounds/garden operative to join the small team in Woking, Surrey. The role will involve the upkeep of crematorium gardens as well as additional duties associated with the smooth running of the site. Applications are sought from experienced Maintenance Gardeners, Grounds Operatives or similar, with a strong background in the safe and efficient operation of garden machinery. Applicants with good plant knowledge and experience in seasonal horticulture will be at an advantage.
The site comprises open expanses of lawn, beds and borders, shrubberies, hedges, a small pond and lake, and numerous trees. The successful candidate will be required to carry out daily gardening tasks; mowing, hedge cutting, strimming, weeding, planting and pruning etc. and will also be required to assist with aspects of site maintenance typically associated with a crematorium; maintenance of garden furniture, cleaning and maintenance of buildings, memorials, mounting of plaques, litter picking, car park duties etc.
Applicants must be physically fit, capable of heavy lifting and able to remain on their feet for long periods of time. It is important that applicants are able to work to established health and safety standards all times, and to work well as part of a team. Applicants should be competent in the safe operation of garden machinery and should have a good grounding in horticulture, i.e. basic plant identification skills and knowledge of correct pruning and planting techniques.
Suitable applicants must also be able to follow instructions and guidance from the Senior Gardener and management, and to show initiative, in particular with regard to the development and enhancement of the grounds. Applicants must demonstrate excellent timekeeping and attendance, and at all times behave, dress and act in a manner befitting the nature of the site. The successful candidate will be asked to participate in any rotas where necessary, in particular for weekend services, security, Service of Remembrance, Carol Concerts etc. Training is provided for successful applicants, so an opportunity to upskill exists and is offered on a regular basis.
SALARY: £21,000 - £23,000 DOE
LOCATION: Woking, Surrey
JOB No: EC6584
If this Garden and Grounds Operative vacancy is of interest please apply or contact Mark Read on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Skilled Hard Landscaper - ADV259 - Please respond direct to the advertiser
Skilled Hard Landscaper required
We are a well established Garden Design, Landscaping and Maintenance firm operating from Surbiton. A team of 16 skilled professionals, we undertake a variety of landscaping projects and regular garden maintenance.
You must have;
A minumum of 4 years hard landscaping experience
A zest for your profession and the satisfaction of customers.
Excellent plant knowledge
Speak fluent English
Hold a full driving licence
Be able to work autonomously
Have a desire to learn and progress
Our working hours are 7.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
£30,000-£35,000 plus 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) + pension + van
Please send a full CV including contact details via email.
Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Skilled Gardener - Live Out - EC6455
An attractive opportunity has arisen for an experienced and well-rounded Skilled Gardener to maintain and develop the gardens of a beautiful Estate in Surrey.
The grade II listed Estate has two-acre of formal gardens comprising of a court yard garden with yew topiary hedging and a magnolia grandiflora in the centre, a box parterre with garden statues, mixed and herbaceous borders, large terraced flower beds, mature coniferous and broadleaf trees, extensive manicured lawns, parkland, topiary and a beehive. Located within the Surrey Hills area, the surrounding countryside is predominantly rural in nature and comprises largely agricultural land and woodland of outstanding natural beauty and of great landscape value.
As a Skilled Gardener, you will have the determination and drive to work autonomously and have a vision for maintaining and enhancing the garden as required. The ideal candidate will have a true passion for plants and gardening and a positive ‘can-do’ attitude. He/ She will be dog friendly as the owners have 2 Russian Shephard dogs that are in garden. They would also be happy to assist with additional basic tasks such as fencing.
The successful candidate will ideally hold a minimum level 2 horticultural qualification combined with good plant and tree knowledge, excellent technical skills and previous experience working on private estates. You will need to be organised, able to plan and prioritise your work load. PA1/PA6 spray certificates would be an advantage and a full driving licence is essential for the role. The ability to operate and maintain a range of garden machinery is desirable.
SALARY: £25,000-£30,000 depending on experience
LOCATION: Surrey
JOB No: EC6455
If this Skilled Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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Mobile Maintenance Gardener - H033
Mobile Maintenance Gardener Required
Our client has been at the cutting edge of garden design, build and maintenance for nearly 30 years and they are passionate about every element of work they carry out. The company works mainly in Surrey and London for high-end domestic clients.
Job description
Candidates must have excellent practical skills in all areas of garden maintenance and horticulture, with a good eye for detail. They will be able to demonstrate a successful track record of delivering high quality workmanship which is completed on time and within agreed budgets.
- Excellent horticultural knowledge, from plant identification to pest identification and pruning techniques
- Exceptional attention to detail, be creative and have the highest standards of horticultural practice
- Be punctual, tidy in appearance and have good “common sense”
- You will take a plant identification test during the interview, training on plant knowledge if required
- General ground care, use of strimmer’s/mowers/hedge cutters
- Maintaining beds and borders
- Weeding
- Mulching
- Planting
- Pruning
- Communicate with clients
- Be aware of health & safety on site
Key Skills
The successful candidate will be assisting in high end domestic garden maintenance, including spectacular gardens belonging to foreign Royal Families.
It is important that you have good communication skills, combined with a pro-active and flexible approach to your duties.
Candidates will be required to hold a formal horticultural qualification.
Working hours 8am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
They must have a full UK driving licence and be experienced driving a work van in and around west London and Surrey.
If this Mobile Maintenance Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Mark Bolam on 01233 732767 or markbolam@horticruitment.com.
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Plant Sales Person - T506
Plant Sales Person required
Our client has one of the largest selections of trees, climbers, conifers, shrubs, hedging and topiary in the South of England, stocking a huge selection of plants in a variety of sizes, some unusual and very large specimens with supplies to both retail and wholesale customers. They are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated plants person to join the nursery team.
Do you have a good working knowledge of trees and shrubs?
Can you provide great customers service?
Do you enjoy working as part of a highly successful team of staff?
Key points
- Working to maintain excellent plant quality across the nursery
- Assisting both trade and retail customers with at times volume sales
- Assisting with the researching of new trade customers
- Providing a good level of house keeping with attention to detail
- Working as part of a successful team and supporting the department head
Must haves
- A good working knowledge of a wide range of plants
- Excellent customer sales and service skills
- Be a great team player with enthusiasm and dedication
- Possess a confident and personable manner happy to multi task when required
If this Plant Sales Person vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Pauline Thomas on 01233 732767 or pauline@horticruitment.com.
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Skilled Gardener - Live Out - EC6297 - This position has now been filled
An enthusiastic and passionate hands-on Skilled Gardener is required to maintain and assist in the continuous smooth running of a beautiful English landscape garden in Surrey.
Our client is a 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.
The hands-on Skilled Gardener will focus on maintaining the garden and surroundings to a high horticultural standard. The ideal candidate will be passionate, enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the varied plants within the garden and its significant position within history. He/ She will work closely with the Head of Estate and Landscape in the running of the Landscape department and would be willing to deputise in their absence. As a prominent member of the team, you will mentor garden volunteers & students and help them to make the most of their time here. You will have the enthusiasm to learn and develop and will encourage others to do so. You will be expected to interact with visitors on a daily basis, answering questions and enhancing the enjoyment of their visit. In addition, helping out with gardening workshops, tours and the setting up of and take down for events will be required when necessary.
Applicants should ideally have a minimum level 2 horticultural qualification with at least 5 years of practical experience, preferably in a historic garden. PA1/PA6 spray certificates are required for the role and a chainsaw certificate would be an advantage, however not essential. The successful candidate will have excellent plant knowledge and plant identification with good problem-solving skills. Propagation experience is also required as the role entails growing from seed and cuttings.
Applicants must have good communications skills and the confidence to participate in garden activities, events and to interact with visitors. The successful candidate will be comfortable working as part of a team, managing people where necessary, and with working unsupervised. Candidates should be aware of the physical nature of the position and be prepared to work in all weather conditions. The ability to operate and maintain a range of garden machinery is essential and the position may also involve some working at heights. The role requires weekend working on a rota basis – for which time of in lieu is accrued.
This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on gardener with a desire to work in a piece of English history.
SALARY: Circa £24,500
LOCATION: Surrey
JOB No: EC6297
If this Skilled Gardener vacancy is of interest, please apply or contact Sara Yassin on 01233 733510 or info@englishcountrygardeners.co.uk.
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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 this Skilled Gardener vacancy will have been unsuccessful.
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