General Horticulture Worker

Gap Personnel are currently recruiting for a General Horticulture Worker for our client based in Albrighton, WV7.

Details:

• Permanent position
• £24,843 per annum
• 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 3.30pm on a Friday.

The Role:

• Planting, weeding, wood cutting and nipping out (part of the role will be field based)
• Grading plants, potting, picking
• General husbandry including pruning, watering and monitoring for pests and disease
• Preparing, packing and despatching
• General housekeeping of plant beds, production and storage areas.
• Monitoring equipment and reporting any maintenance needs or repairs

The Person:

• Previous experience within a production environment required
• Experience in a horticultural role with a real interest in plants is preferred but not essential
• An excellent eye for detail
• A willingness to learn new skills and happy to work in all weathers indoors and outdoors
• The ability to operate nursery equipment, tools and machinery safely where necessary
• Physical ability to perform hands on plant care tasks, including lifting, bending and prolonged standing.

Key Information:

• Due to the rural location your own transport or the ability to reliably commute is essential
• Full training provided
• PPE provided
• Free onsite parking
• Uniform provided
• Free hot drinks, fruit and snacks
• Employee discounts
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays