Horticultural Maintenance Technician

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Job summary

Fresh Horticultural Careers in London is seeking a Horticultural Maintenance Technician to maintain prestigious planting schemes across multiple sites. You will care for interior and exterior displays, planters, troughs and living walls, delivering high standards and excellent client service.

The role involves independent work, hands-on plant care, and reporting via our systems, with training and development provided to support your career in horticulture.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in horticultural maintenance, grounds maintenance, interior landscaping, or plant care.
• Good plant identification and plant care knowledge.
• Ability to identify common plant health issues, pests, and diseases.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your daily schedule effectively.
• Professional and customer-focused approach.
• Good communication skills and the confidence to liaise with clients on site.
• Full UK driving licence (desirable not essential).

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance visits across London in accordance with agreed service schedules.
• Maintain the health, appearance, and structure of interior and exterior planting displays.
• Water, prune, feed, clean, and replant as required to ensure plants remain healthy and visually appealing.
• Diagnose plant health issues and implement appropriate corrective actions, including pest and disease treatments where necessary.
• Replace plants and carry out minor refresh works to maintain the highest presentation standards.
• Ensure all installations comply with company quality, horticultural, and health & safety standards.
• Complete service reports, maintenance records, and photographic updates using company systems.
• Report plant health concerns, access issues, or client feedback promptly to the Contracts Team.
• Liaise professionally with clients, providing knowledgeable and friendly customer service.
• Support installation, de-installation, seasonal works, and deliveries when required.
• Maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicles in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition.

Job description

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Horticultural Maintenance Technician

Employer: Fresh Horticultural Careers

Location: London

Salary: up to £30kpa Depending on Experiance

Hours: Full Time

Place Of Work: Onsite

Closing date: 30 October 2026

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Contract Type: Permanent

Function: Gardening Jobs, Horticulture

Sector: Groundskeeping & Maintenance

Seniority: Graduate & Entry-level

• Job Details

Our client designs, creates, and maintains exceptional planting and landscaping schemes that transform spaces and enhance the wellbeing of the people who use them. They are now seeking a Horticultural Maintenance Technician to join their growing team, maintaining a portfolio of prestigious client sites across London.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for horticulture who takes pride in delivering outstanding plant care and exceptional customer service. Working independently across a variety of premium commercial environments, you will ensure every installation is maintained to the highest possible standard.

The Role

As a Horticultural Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for the ongoing care, presentation, and health of a wide range of planted installations, including interior and exterior displays, planters, troughs, and living green walls. You will play a key role in maintaining the company's reputation for excellence by ensuring every installation looks its best while building strong relationships with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance visits across London in accordance with agreed service schedules.
• Maintain the health, appearance, and structure of interior and exterior planting displays.
• Water, prune, feed, clean, and replant as required to ensure plants remain healthy and visually appealing.
• Diagnose plant health issues and implement appropriate corrective actions, including pest and disease treatments where necessary.
• Replace plants and carry out minor refresh works to maintain the highest presentation standards.
• Ensure all installations comply with company quality, horticultural, and health & safety standards.
• Complete service reports, maintenance records, and photographic updates using company systems.
• Report plant health concerns, access issues, or client feedback promptly to the Contracts Team.
• Liaise professionally with clients, providing knowledgeable and friendly customer service.
• Support installation, de-installation, seasonal works, and deliveries when required.
• Maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicles in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition.

About You

The successful candidate will have a genuine passion for horticulture and enjoy working independently while delivering consistently high standards.

You Will Have

• Previous experience in horticultural maintenance, grounds maintenance, interior landscaping, or plant care.
• Good plant identification and plant care knowledge.
• The ability to identify common plant health issues, pests, and diseases.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your daily schedule effectively.
• A professional and customer-focused approach.
• Good communication skills and the confidence to liaise with clients on site.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team.
• A full UK driving licence (desirable not essential).

Training & Development

Our client is committed to developing their people and offers:

• Full training in company horticultural standards and maintenance systems.
• Ongoing development in plant care, diagnostics, and biophilic best practice.
• Opportunities to undertake additional training and qualifications to support your career progression.

What's on Offer

• Full-time permanent position.
• Opportunity to work on prestigious, high-quality planting installations across London.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business.

If you are passionate about horticulture, enjoy working independently, and take pride in creating exceptional planting displays, we would love to hear from you.