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Grower | Peterborough

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Grower | Peterborough

  • Location:

    Cambridgeshire

  • Sector:

    Horticulture

  • Salary:

    Negotiable

  • Contact:

    Sarah Want

  • Job ref:

    SW13114

  • Published:

    about 3 years ago

We are working on an exciting opportunity to work with a successful commercial nursery based near Peterborough.

About our Client

Our client is a successful mail-order plant business and grow a wide variety of plants over 16 acres. They have their own packhouse on-site and supply a wide range of plants including bedding, perennials, trees, and shrubs. Due to expansion, they are looking for a Grower to join their busy team.

About the Role

The role will involve a number of tasks to support the growing operation. You will be responsible for monitoring pest and diseases, applying biological controls and mixing and applying feeds. You will be watering, maintaining glasshouse environments, and carrying out general plant husbandry work. As a grower, you will be required to learn how the business operates, and successfully support the nursery in all elements of crop production.

The Ideal Candidate

You will ideally hold a horticulture qualification and looking for your first role within a nursery or have previously worked in a commercial nursery environment. PA1 and PA6 are desirable. You will be familiar with Microsoft and excel and hold a full UK driving licence.

How to Apply

If you think this is the role for you, apply below! Alternatively, contact Sarah on 01780 480530 or sarah@morepeople.co.uk