Our longstanding Berkshire-based client is seeking a plantsperson to join their existing team at their 18 acre nursery.
The company provides plants and props to the film, television and events industry. They are looking for a hard-working individual to join their team of enthusiastic and successful horticulturalists. You will need a keen interest in Tropical, Indigenous and Mediterranean plants and a desire to learn and develop your knowledge in this area.
Duties will include:
- watering, pruning, weeding, potting and general maintenance of containerised stock
- maintenance of irrigation systems
- maintenance of greenhouse systems
- fertilisation
- pest control
- growing of specific crops for productions
- general nursery duties including maintaining a level of presentation and cleanliness in a fast moving site with high turnover of stock leaving and returning to site
Requirements:
Horticulture focused qualification Physically fit and strong Practical minded Meticulous in attention to detail 'can do' attitude Self motivated Work under pressure Experience working with crops in a nursery environment Familiarity with modern greenhouse technology and systems Knowledge of pest and disease identification and control methods Understanding of fertilization requirements for containerized specimen plants
Ideally:
- PA1/ PA6
- Familiarity or qualification in the use of nursery machinery (tractor/telehandler)
- Drivers licence and own vehicle due to the location of the nursery
Hours of work:
- Full time: Mon-Fri, 07:00 - 16:30
