Tennial Personnel is looking for an experienced and skilled Assistant Plant Nursery Manager to join our client's renowned nursery and arboretum in Campsea Ashe. This full-time role operates Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, with an earlier finish during winter months. Weekend work is required on a rota basis from April to October. This role is a temporary to permanent position, following the completion of a 12 week probation period.
Our client is celebrated for cultivating one of the most extensive ranges of nursery stock plants in the UK and is the proud custodian of an impressive botanical collection. They specialise in growing rare plants in small quantities, from propagation to specimen sizes, with containers reaching up to 1000 litres. Known for their dedication to environmental sustainability and innovation, they cater to discerning customers nationwide.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate horticulturist to join a forward-thinking team committed to excellence in plant care and production.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the Nursery Manager in implementing growth and production plans to ensure the nursery thrives.
Manage daily horticultural tasks such as weeding, irrigation, feeding, pruning, pest and disease control, while maintaining accurate records.
Oversee the preparation of plants to the highest standards for customer collection, dispatch, hire, or specialist plant shows.
Lead, coach, and mentor your team to produce exceptional plants, while actively participating in day-to-day tasks when needed.
If you are passionate about plants, have a meticulous eye for detail, and thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment, this role could be perfect for you!
Skills Required
Enthusiasm for a wide range of plants and a comprehensive knowledge of plant genera, including familiarity with botanic plant names.
Experience leading a team, with excellent people management and organisational skills
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and handle large plants
An understanding of environmental issues and how they align with the business's goals
Qualifications Required
Minimum 2 years in a commercial growing nursery
PA1 and PA6 certificates are desirable
Keywords
Horticulture
Plants
Arboretum
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Tennial Personnel
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Campsea Ashe, Suffolk IP13, England
£32,000 - £35,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Tennial Personnel is seeking an experienced Assistant Plant Nursery Manager for a renowned nursery and arboretum in Campsea Ashe.
- This full-time position requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in a commercial growing nursery and offers a salary of £30,000 per year.
- The role involves assisting the Nursery Manager with growth and production plans, as well as managing daily horticultural tasks.
- Candidates should have strong people management skills, a passion for plants, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- This is a temporary to permanent position with weekend work required on a rota basis from April to October.
