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Horticulturist - Gardens
Location
Chester, England, United Kingdom
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
2-5 years
Compensation
£27.5K - £27.5K per year
Posted
1d ago
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Summary
This is a key role working as a Horticulturist based on our busy Gardens team within our Plants department. As a Horticulturist on the Gardens team you will assist with the maintenance of the feature gardens and planted areas across the zoo site and some of the indoor plantings within our tropical houses.
Job Description
This is a key role working as a Horticulturist based on our busy Gardens team within our Plants department.
As a Horticulturist on the Gardens team you will assist with the maintenance of the feature gardens and planted areas across the zoo site and some of the indoor plantings within our tropical houses. You will contribute to the team maintaining an excellent standard of horticulture, essential for this world-class visitor attraction.
The Gardens Team is part of the wider Plants department which manages all of the zoo’s horticultural features, gardens and greenhouses in our 125 acre site, including five National Plant Collections and a Nature Reserve. We aim to create the greatest possible conservation impact for plants as well as animals.
The Package
Full time, permanent position based on 40 hours per week, working 10 days in 14, including weekends and bank holidays as rostered. Summer operations are normally from 7.00am – 4.00pm, and winter operations are normally from 8.00am – 4.00.
33 days annual leave per year (pro rata)
Salary of £27,500 per annum
Staff pass so you can visit the zoo during your time off plus a number of complimentary tickets for your family and friends
Access to healthcare plan
Discounted gym membership
Discounts on cinema tickets, restaurants, high street shops and more via Perks
Pension scheme with generous employer contributions.
Our Requirements
Have a minimum of NVQ Level 2 in a Horticultural subject or equivalent experience.
Proven practical experience in horticulture, preferably working within a garden environment.
Good plant knowledge.
Have experience with the use of horticultural machinery.
Have an understanding of environmental and conservation issues and a passion for wildlife.
Be hardworking, reliable and work well in a team.
Have excellent communications skills to engage with our visitors
Ideally hold a full driving licence valid in the UK.
Ideally hold a PA1 & PA6 spraying certificate.
Updated 1d ago
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Chester Zoo
Team size
Growing team
Location
Chester, England, United Kingdom
The Gardens Team is part of the wider Plants department which manages all of the zoo’s horticultural features, gardens and greenhouses in our 125 acre site, including five National Plant Collections and a Nature Reserve. We aim to create the greatest possible conservation impact for plants as well as animals.
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Horticulturist - Gardens
Chester, England, United Kingdom • Full Time