Horticulture Manager

HORTICULTURE MANAGER REQUIRED – WELL ESTABLISHED GARDEN CENTRE – CLOSE TO BRENTFORD – 32,500 STARTING SALARY + BENEFITS (EVERY OTHER WEEKEND OFF)
Leisure Solutions specialise in the recruitment of Leisure and Hospitality professionals across the UK, working with a range of businesses to attract the right people, helping businesses thrive and improving lives.
We are working with a well–established garden centre near Brentford who are seeking a dedicated and experienced Horticulture Manager to oversee the cultivation and care of plants, as well as provide exceptional customer service and guidance to the customers.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of plant biology, cultivation techniques, and pest management, coupled with strong leadership skills to manage a team of horticultural staff. Duties will include:
Manage the day–to–day operations of the horticulture department, including inventory management, plant care, and customer service. Develop and implement strategies to optimize plant health, growth, and presentation, ensuring a visually appealing and well–maintained garden centre. Train, mentor, and supervise horticultural staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Provide expert advice to customers on plant selection, care, and gardening techniques, ensuring an exceptional shopping experience. Monitor and maintain plant health through regular inspections, disease and pest control measures, and appropriate fertilization practices. Collaborate with the purchasing department to source high–quality plants and gardening supplies, while ensuring inventory levels meet customer demand. Stay informed about industry trends, new plant varieties, and best practices in horticulture, and implement innovative ideas to enhance the customer experience. The company are looking for someone with a strong knowledge around plants and horticulture, ideally from a garden centre, nursery or landscaping background. Previous retail experience would be beneficial.
The company are offering:
Starting salary at 32,500 Sociable working hours, with alternative weekends off Opportunities for professional development and training. Employee discounts at 20% 31 days annual leave Health insurance and retirement savings plans. A supportive and inclusive work environment where your passion for horticulture is valued. If this position is of interest, please submit your current CV.
We value all applications, however, due to volume numbers we are only able to contact candidates whose skills and experience closely match the requirements of our clients.
In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK and will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility. In line with the requirements of the Employment Agencies Act 1973 we are prohibited from charging work–seekers for work finding services.