Seasonal Outdoor Horticultural Worker - Rose Harvest (Oct-March)
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Location: Maidstone
Job Type: Full-time, Seasonal (October - March, with Christmas break)
Schedule: 8-hour shifts Monday to Friday, Overtime available
Pay: £12.21 Per Hour
Start Date: Immediate
The Best Connection is currently seeking reliable and hardworking Outdoor Horticultural Workers to join our client's friendly plant nursery team for the busy rose harvesting season. If you enjoy physical, outdoor work and being part of a supportive hands-on environment, this is the role for you!
About the Role:
You'll be working outdoors in the fields, helping with the harvesting of rose root plants during the winter months. This is a physically demanding role that involves digging roses from the ground using forks, as well as working alongside tractors and pulling machinery to lift the crops.
The work will run from October through to March (with a break over Christmas), and every day will bring a new challenge as you play a vital part in the production process at this well-established nursery.
Key Responsibilities:
Digging roses from the ground by hand using forks
Assisting with tractor and pulling machine operations for rose lifting
Preparing and maintaining harvested plants
Following health and safety procedures at all times
Working as part of a friendly, supportive team to meet daily targets
What We're Looking For:
Previous outdoor, horticultural, farming, or landscaping experience is an advantage
Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions (cold, wet, muddy fields)
Good physical fitness and stamina (role is hands-on and active)
Dependable, punctual, and available to start immediately
Benefits:
Stable, full-time seasonal work (October - March, with Christmas break)
Supportive and friendly team environment
Active, physical work in the fresh air
Overtime opportunities available
Interested? We'd love to hear from you!
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