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Current opportunities:

Experienced Gardener / Horticultural Operative

(3-month contract)

Location: Various sites across London
Contract: Initial 3-month contract (with the possibility of extension)
Start Date: Immediate

DBVG is a leading specialist in the design, installation and maintenance of vertical gardens, roof terraces and interior and exterior planting. We are looking for an experienced, reliable and enthusiastic Gardener / Horticultural Operative to join our team on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential for a longer-term opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintaining vertical gardens
  • Caring for indoor and outdoor planting displays
  • Maintaining roof terraces and planted areas
  • Planting, pruning, weeding
  • Monitoring plant health and reporting any issues and advising on the solutions
  • Watering and general horticultural maintenance
  • Assisting with the installation of planting schemes, vertical gardens and green infrastructure projects
  • Ensuring sites are kept clean, tidy and presented to a high standard
  • Using horticultural tools and equipment safely
  • CSCS card a bonus but not essential

About You:

  • Previous horticultural, gardening or landscaping experience (10+ years)
  • A genuine interest and passion in plants and horticulture
  • Reliable, hardworking and able to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors and at heights where appropriate
  • Good attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work
  • Full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential

What We Offer:

  • Competitive rate of pay
  • Company van
  • A varied role working on unique and high-profile projects across London
  • A supportive and friendly team environment
  • Opportunity for the contract to be extended for the right candidate

Apply:

If you enjoy working with plants and want to be part of a specialist company delivering exceptional vertical gardens and green spaces across London, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply for this role, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to: jo@danielbellverticalgarden.com 

Location

The Studio, 44-46 Old Steine, Brighton, BN1 1NH

Contact details

design@danielbellverticalgarden.com

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