Horticultural Technician
- Recruiter
- Confidential
- Location
- London
- Salary
- 25000.00 - 28000.00 GBP Annual
- Posted
- 10 Sep 2020
- Closes
- 30 Sep 2020
- Sectors
- Agriculture & Outdoor
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Our client is a leading-edge provider of green solutions for urban environments. They are seeking an Interior Plant Technician/Horticultural Technician to join their team.
The candidate should have a recognised qualification in horticulture, be able to demonstrate initiative, possess excellent communication and customer service skills, and have a current driving licence.
You will be responsible maintaining interior plants and Living walls. Additional duties may include installation of new plants and replacement plants. Working to a weekly schedule in London and surrounding areas.
Key Responsibilities of the Interior Plant Technician/Horticultural Technician:
* Water and fertilize all plants as necessary
* Keep all plants cleaned, trimmed, and oriented to proper light
* Remove any damaged or unsightly foliage
* Remove debris from planters and maintain planters in a neat and orderly manner
* Prevent damage to surrounding floors, walls, and furniture from water and/or moisture
* Keep all plants free from disease and insects
* Maintain staging and top dressing for proper presentation
* Friendly, professional communication with client contact
* Proper maintenance and safe use of company tools, equipment, and vehicles
* Keep accurate records of arrival and departure time for each site
* Must be able to professionally communicate with clients
* Maintain assigned Living walls and irrigation systems
Experience Required:
* Horticulture experience working with interior plant displays
* Good plant knowledge
* Full UK Driver's License
* PA1 & PA6
The candidate should have a recognised qualification in horticulture, be able to demonstrate initiative, possess excellent communication and customer service skills, and have a current driving licence.
You will be responsible maintaining interior plants and Living walls. Additional duties may include installation of new plants and replacement plants. Working to a weekly schedule in London and surrounding areas.
Key Responsibilities of the Interior Plant Technician/Horticultural Technician:
* Water and fertilize all plants as necessary
* Keep all plants cleaned, trimmed, and oriented to proper light
* Remove any damaged or unsightly foliage
* Remove debris from planters and maintain planters in a neat and orderly manner
* Prevent damage to surrounding floors, walls, and furniture from water and/or moisture
* Keep all plants free from disease and insects
* Maintain staging and top dressing for proper presentation
* Friendly, professional communication with client contact
* Proper maintenance and safe use of company tools, equipment, and vehicles
* Keep accurate records of arrival and departure time for each site
* Must be able to professionally communicate with clients
* Maintain assigned Living walls and irrigation systems
Experience Required:
* Horticulture experience working with interior plant displays
* Good plant knowledge
* Full UK Driver's License
* PA1 & PA6