Nursery Person / Horticultural Specialist

HL Services; Hertford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A garden supply company in Hertford is seeking a Nursery Person / Horticultural Specialist to provide hands-on care for plants and ensure customer satisfaction. The role involves watering, pruning, and monitoring plant stock, as well as preparing orders. The ideal candidate will have horticultural knowledge and be a reliable team player. Competitive salary of £25,000 – £30,200 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Passion for plants and drive for their health.
• Enjoyment of practical, outdoor work in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to plant health, safety, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Caring for plant stock by watering, feeding, and pruning.
• Preparing and packing plants for customer orders.
• Monitoring crops for pests and diseases.

Skills

Horticultural knowledge or enthusiasm

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Job Description

🌿 Nursery Person / Horticultural Specialist

Do you have a passion for plants and a drive to see them thrive?

We’re looking for a dedicated Nursery Person / Horticultural Specialist to join our busy production nursery and cash & carry. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll be involved in every stage of plant care—from arrival and maintenance to display and despatch—ensuring our customers receive healthy, high‑quality plants every time.

What you’ll be doing :

Caring for plant stock : watering, feeding, pruning, and maintaining health and vitality.

Preparing, picking, and packing plants for customer orders with accuracy and pride.

Supporting all areas of nursery production, including setting down arrivals and maintaining displays.

Monitoring crops for pests, diseases, and irrigation needs—acting promptly to keep plants in top condition.

Following OH&S, plant health, and nursery protocols to maintain biosecurity and high standards.

Working collaboratively with colleagues to keep nursery systems efficient, safe, and customer‑focused.

What we’re looking for :

Horticultural knowledge (or a strong enthusiasm to develop it).

Enjoyment of practical, outdoor work in a fast‑paced environment.

A reliable team player with excellent attention to detail.

Willingness to keep learning and building skills.

A commitment to plant health, safety, and quality.

What we offer :

A varied, rewarding role where no two days are the same.

The chance to develop your horticultural career in a supportive team.

Competitive salary : £25,000 – £30,200 depending on experience .

🌱 This is more than just a nursery role—it’s an opportunity to nurture your career while helping us deliver outstanding plants to customers.