Head Horticulturist

1.      Do you have a passion for Garden Retail excellence and expertise in Horticulture?
2.      Are you passionate about plants and in sharing that knowledge? 
3.      Could you lead a team of horticulturists in best practices?
Read on…
We are seeking to recruit a Head Horticulturist / Garden Centre Manager for our Client based in Co. Wicklow. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced horticulturist to step into an already well established and successful business and work to maintain the already very high standards and add value to the role. 
The Role:
This role is split between two main areas, running the Garden Centre and top-class Customer Services. Being able to maintain both areas of business importance, is critical and vital for the success of the role and for you to thrive in this environment. You will work closely with the Store Manager to ensure that the Garden Centre will be a successful venture and be a delight for customers to shop in.
Garden Centre:
·         Show that performance matters by maximising the sales potential of the garden centre and garden products.
·         Maintain control of all stock to ensure a fresh offering to the customer.
·         Ensure that all garden centre displays are immaculate and appealing to the customer.
·         Assist the Store Manager to maintain high standards in the garden centre and branch.
Top Class Customer Service:
·         Be the customers’ champion by providing top quality, fast, efficient, and friendly service and advice when needed.
·         Keen interest in and understanding of our product range and services.
·         Ensure that health & safety requirements are always met.
·         Maintain good housekeeping of all relevant areas.
Up for the challenge? Read on…
Role Requirements:
·         A Qualification in Horticulture or relevant experience.
·         Knowledge and interest in horticulture and the Retail Garden industry.
·         Ability to multitask and to consistently deliver high standard quality work in a busy environment.
·         Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise.
·         Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
·         Ability to lead a small team of horticulturists.
What will you get in return?
·         Excellent working environment and very competitive salary.
·         Pay Rate Neg and DOE.
Interested? Apply now!
Shortlisting is taking place on a rolling basis, so early applications are recommended.
If you require any special assistance to make an application to HortiRecruit, please email us and a member of our Recruitment Team will be happy to support you.
Diversity Statement
We value and celebrate diversity and we encourage applications from every candidate qualified for this role, inclusive of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, identity, age, religion, and/or disability.