Do you enjoy working outdoors and have an interest in horticulture? We are looking for enthusiastic and adaptable team players to join our plant nursery near Romsey. No prior experience necessary – full training will be provided!
This role is being offered on a full-time 6 month fixed-term basis of 39 hours a week, Monday to Friday.
We offer:
1. Rate of pay of up to £12.71 per hour
2. Full training and access to our Online Learning Hub
3. 20% employee discount in our Garden Centres
4. 31 days annual leave (pro-rata if part time)
5. Free on-site parking
6. Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family, including free counselling on health, financial, legal, and personal/family matters
7. Free access to exclusive retail discounts, deals and coupons, plus extra cashback on your Amazon and food shop.
8. Free solo entry to the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey, and deals at other gardens nationally
Key responsibilities
9. Plant husbandry, growing, and tending plants from small to large specimens
10. Lifting, preparing, and packing plants for customer orders
11. General nursery maintenance and any other associated tasks
Ideal candidate:
12. Self-motivated, with drive and energy
13. Enjoys working within a team
14. Possesses good attention to detail
15. Likes working outdoors in all weather conditions
16. Has an interest in horticulture
17. Comfortable with the physical nature of the role, which involves tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
You will be joining a renowned and established family business of over 150 years, working in a fun and friendly environment with an amazing bunch of people. We also place great value on all our team members and how they contribute to the ongoing success and growth of our Company.
If you have the skills, experience or personal attributes we are looking for, please apply, we would love to hear from you!
Please note that we will only consider candidates who are already located in the UK and have right to work status.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.