Horticultural Plant Nursery Workers - Sittingbourne, Kent
The Best Connection is currently recruiting for Horticultural Plant Nursery Workers to join one of our clients based in Sittingbourne, Kent.
This role offers a variety of positions across different parts of the nursery, making it suitable for a wide range of candidates.
Important Information:
Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including hot greenhouse environments during peak summer months.
Pay Rate: £11.44 per hour / £14.78 for Umbrella Payroll Workers Start Date: Mid-March, running until late August (with potential for ongoing work for the right candidates) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 AM - 16:30 PM Available Roles:
Order Picker Picking plant orders for dispatch Loading trailers Learning about different plant species Cleaning pots and preparing orders Manual lifting involved (some plants weigh over 25kg) Deadheading and tidying plants for dispatch This role can be physically demanding Bedding Down Working outdoors, setting flower beds Manual removal of larger plants/shrubs Physical work required Previous experience driving a small tractor is advantageous Potting Line Working alongside potting machines Potting small plants, weeding, and planting Quality control, grading, deadheading, and general plant maintenance Watering and caring for plants A lighter role suitable for a wider range of candidates Ideal Candidate: Adaptable and able to handle various tasks Able to work independently and as part of a team Interested in horticulture Previous tractor driving experience is a plus Benefits: 28 days paid annual leave (pro-rata, including statutory holidays) Weekly pay (every Friday) Online payslips 24-hour on-call support Pension scheme Personal accident insurance If you are interested in this role, apply today!
Benefits & Requirements:
- Hourly rate as above (not age dependent)
- 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
- Own transport required
- Canteen
- Ongoing Assignment
- Overtime Available
- Possible permanent position following a successful trial period
- Training Provided
How to achieve higher pay rate:
Signing up to an approved Umbrella Company
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