Growing Assistant - Warminster, United Kingdom - Personnel Placements Recruitment Agency Salisbury

Personnel Placements Recruitment Agency Salisbury

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Warminster, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join this supportive team and inclusive work environment as a Growing Assistant in a thriving plant nursery.

There are opportunities for training and career development within the company and you will have access to a modern canteen, be working in a clean, state of the art working environment and have your workwear provided

Your role as a Growing Assistant will need a strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and you will play a crucial role in the propagation, care, and distribution of the plant inventory.

Key Responsibilities as the Growing Assistant will include:

Propagating plants through techniques such as taking cuttings and seed sowing.
Tending to plants by watering, fertilizing, pruning, and monitoring for pests and diseases.
Assisting in the packing and preparation of plants for transportation to customers, ensuring they are properly labeled and packaged for safe delivery.
Conducting regular checks of stock levels and communicating with management to replenish inventory as needed.
Operating computer systems to read barcodes, track inventory, and update records accurately.
Collaborating with team members to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Following health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others.

Previous experience working with plants in a nursery or garden centre setting would be really useful but not essential as full training will be given.

We'd just need you to have:

Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions accurately.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Basic computer literacy, including the ability to use software for inventory management and barcode scanning.

Salary:
£12.00-£13.25 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits: