We now have a Garden Centre and Site Maintenance Operative  role available for our client based in Oswestry, Shropshire

This role would suit an upbeat and self-motivated individual who enjoys working systematically and productively and has a passion for plants, propagation and botany as a whole. This is a fast paced and energised environment which relies on organisation and efficiency.

You will be directly reporting to the Hire Department and daily responsibilities will be to 

• Monitor and maintain plant health of all plants and assets within the Poly Tunnel, offices and across the site
• Apply pesticides and fertilisers to plants.
• Select and purchase seeds, plant nutrients, disease control chemicals, and garden and lawn care equipment.
• Onboard Poly Tunnel stock and assets onto the IT system.
• Propagation of plant assets.
• Ensuring all Poly Tunnel stock controls are up to date.
• Reporting shortages, damages, and incorrect stock.
• Ensure all on site pathways and walking areas are maintained, kept clean and tidy, and are free from slip and trip hazards.
• Inspect facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, and perform necessary maintenance work.
• Communicate with relevant departments and project managers.
• Adhere to equipment safety procedures, safe methods of work and PPE requirements.
• Explain and enforce safety regulations and policies.
• Assisting with other general warehouse tasks when required.
• Be flexible to alter shifts where applicable and attend weekend stock counts if required. 

Requirements

• An in-depth understanding and experience in plant care health and maintenance
• Experience in stock control
• Ability to learn new systems and changes to processes
• Proactive in improving current processes
• Fully PC literate across different platforms (Google suite and/or experience using Current RMS is desirable)
• A ‘can do’ attitude and solution oriented mindset
• Physical stamina and dexterity
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work on own initiative and also as a key team member
• Ability to multitask prioritise and organise workload
• Reliability and dependability
• Full driving licence
• Preferable Additions
• Qualification(s) in Horticultural Skills at Diploma level or equivalent
• Plant tickets - Forklift (Reach Counterbalance or Telescopic Handler)
• Knowledge and use of Current RMS
• Any industry standard qualifications (H&S first aid etc)

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus 
• Comprehensive Private Health cover after 3 month probation. 
• Pension contributions
• Training as required as part of company training schemes 
• Shared use of company pool vehicles when on jobs and at work 
• Issue of company uniform and clothing 
• Overtime pay provided at time and a half of the hourly rate.

Salary

£25,500 

If you would like to apply for the role, or to find out more, please call Chris on 07879 078292 or email Chris@optimal-recruitment.co.uk