Trainee Horticulturalist

At Plant Designs we design, install and care for plants in commercial space.

We look after plants in over 350 sites across London and our company is growing – both in size and the number of clients we service. As part of our expansion, we are looking for people to join our Horticultural department.

We are looking for people with a passion for tropical indoor plants. Our ideal candidate has an eye for detail, a strong understanding of how to provide quality service for our clients and an interest to develop a career in horticulture.

Responsibilities:

· Maintaining living plants in commercial spaces across London ensuring that displays are cared for and looking their best. Responsibilities include watering, pruning, cleaning and biological pest control.

· Delivering excellent customer service to our clients and working well within our team.

· Being responsible and accountable for providing outstanding horticultural quality displays for your clients and the sites that you work on.

Requirements:

· Interest and passion for plants/horticulture! Training is provided but prior experience or knowledge of plant care is ideal

· Health & Safety awareness

· Hands-on ability to lift and move items safely

· Ability to work under own initiative and work flexible hours. This includes working on weekends and early mornings.

· IT Literate and fluent in written and spoken English

· Good communication & people skills

· Right to work in the UK

This is a full-time role where you will be rewarded with a starting salary of £26,000 plus a travel allowance, uniform and tools to carry out your job. Continual opportunity to progress within the role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free or subsidised travel

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Horts2023