Horticultural Assistant — Early Hours & Training

HL Services; Slough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Uniform provided

All breaks paid

Company van for site visits

Job summary

HL Services is seeking a Horticultural Assistant to join our busy, growing team in the UK. The role offers guaranteed hours, ongoing training opportunities and a stable, rewarding career in horticulture. Salary starts at £30,000 with room to grow.

You will work early hours (4/5am start) and Saturdays during peak seasons, caring for plants on client sites, installing and maintaining watering systems, and ensuring high standards. A PA1/PA6 spraying license and a clean safety record are preferred.

Qualifications

• PA1/PA6 spraying license
• Knowledge of seasonal plants, pest and disease control
• Experience 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.
• Plant Care: Replanting and maintaining customer sites' external/internal displays to a high standard.
• Knowledgeable: Good understanding of seasonal plants, pest/disease control, and possess a PA1/PA6 spraying license.
• Watering Systems: Installation and maintenance of watering systems.
• Safety: Competent use of ladders, stepladders, and power tools.
• Professionalism: Must be courteous, polite, and professional as our client-facing role demands.
• Company Van: Once familiar with sites, you'll receive a company van for site visits, responsible for keeping it clean and reporting issues.

Skills

PA1/PA6 spraying license

Seasonal plants knowledge

Pest/disease control

Job description

HL Services is seeking a Horticultural Assistant to join our busy, growing team in the UK. The role offers guaranteed hours, ongoing training opportunities and a stable, rewarding career in horticulture. Salary starts at £30,000 with room to grow.

You will work early hours (4/5am start) and Saturdays during peak seasons, caring for plants on client sites, installing and maintaining watering systems, and ensuring high standards. A PA1/PA6 spraying license and a clean safety record are preferred.