We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Horticultural Garden Nursery Supervisor to oversee daily operations for a leading specialist nursery situated in Worcestershire.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day nursery activities, supervising staff, and ensuring the healthy growth and maintenance of a diverse range of plants and nursery stock. The ideal candidate will possess strong horticultural knowledge, mechanical aptitude, and leadership skills to support efficient nursery management ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Main Responsibilities:
* Supervise all daily activities of nursery staff ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high commercial standard.
* Provide technical support and advice to customers where appropriate.
* Organise and plan all daily nursery operations, including planting, watering, pruning, and harvesting of plants and seedlings.
* Monitor plant quality throughout the production cycle.
* Monitor and set production targets to ensure customer requirements are met.
* Assist with the preparation, checking and dispatch of customer orders.
* Learn and then oversee irrigation systems, ensuring proper water delivery and system maintenance for optimal plant health.
* Inspect plants regularly for diseases, weeds, pests and nutrient deficiencies whilst implementing appropriate control measures.
* Monitor stock levels of nursery supplies.
* Maintain accurate records of plant inventory, growth progress, crop development and maintenance activities.
* Assist with forecasting production requirements and scheduling seasonal activities.
* Ensure machinery, vehicles, irrigation systems and equipment are operated safely and maintained to a good working order and arrange repairs where necessary.
* Able to use machinery, horticultural equipment and agricultural vehicles.
* Support staff training on horticultural practices, safety procedures, and equipment use.
* Allocate daily workloads and monitor staff performance.
* Promote safe manual handling practices and the correct use of personal protective equipment.
* Ensure the safe use of and storage of pesticides, fertilisers and chemicals in line with current regulations.
* Contribute to the health and safety protocols by identifying hazards and maintaining a clean work environment and ensuring full compliance with all company health and safety legislation and procedures.
* Occasional weekend work will be required from time to time
Skills and Experience:
* Previous experience working in a commercial horticultural nursery or similar - Essential
* Proven experience in supervising and leading a team
* Excellent organisational and time management skills
* Able to use initiative and bring new ideas
* Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
* Physically fit as work involves lifting, bending, standing and manual handling.
* First Aid at Work qualification - preferred
* Ability to identify common pests, diseases and nutrient deficiencies
* PA1 and PA6 pesticide application certificates
* Forklift or tractor operating experience an advantage
* Full UK drivers Licence.
Salary: £30-40k per annum DOE + company benefits
Hours of work: Minimum 42.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
Permanent Contract
Do you have the skills and experience we are looking for to progress your career with a leading specialist nursery within the Horticultural sector? Then please Apply Today!
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Salary description
£30000.00 - £40000.00 per year