Horticultural Assistant

HL Services (London) Ltd; Chalvey; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HL Services (London) Ltd is seeking a Horticultural Assistant in the Chalvey area of England. The role requires an early start and weekend work, with responsibilities including maintaining customer sites' displays to a high standard.

You will replant and maintain displays, assist with watering systems, and use ladders and power tools. A PA1/PA6 spraying license and reliable transport are required; a company van will be provided after familiarisation.

Qualifications

• PA1/PA6 spraying license required.
• Good understanding of seasonal plants, pest/disease control.
• Willingness to work early hours and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Start early: 4/5am and finish 2/3pm.
• Weekend work on Saturdays during peak seasons.
• Replanting and maintaining customer displays to a high standard.
• Install and maintain watering systems.
• Use of ladders, stepladders and power tools.
• Client-facing role requiring courtesy and professionalism.
• Company van provided after familiarisation for site visits.

Skills

Spraying license PA1/PA6

Tools

Power tools

Ladders

Job description

Join Our Growing Team!

Horticultural assistant -

Salary starting form £30,000

A busy and thriving company is currently seeking talented and experienced Horticultural Assistants to join our team. We offer ongoing job security, guaranteed hours, and continuous training opportunities. This is an ideal opportunity for those seeking a rewarding career in horticulture.

Responsibilities

• Early Start, Early Finish: Work starts at 4/5am and finishes at 2/3pm.
• Weekend Commitment: We work on Saturdays, especially during busy summer months.
• Replanting and maintaining customer sites' external/internal displays to a high standard.
• Good understanding of seasonal plants, pest/disease control, and possess a PA1/PA6 spraying license.
• Installation and maintenance of watering systems.
• Competent use of ladders, stepladders, and power tools.
• Must be courteous, polite, and professional as our client-facing role demands.
• Once familiar with sites, you'll receive a company van for site visits, responsible for keeping it clean and reporting issues.

Requirements

• Transport: Own transportation required (1.5 miles from Burnham train station).
• Working Hours: Average of 10 hours per day.
• Free parking
• uniform provided
• all breaks paid
• Full-time, Permanent position.