Senior Horticultural Technician Exterior / Landscaping
11 days ago
Staines-upon-Thames
Senior Exterior Horticultural Technician PHS Greenleaf LalehamFull-time Are you passionate about plants, great with customers, and ready to take the lead in delivering exceptional exterior displays? PHS Greenleaf is looking for a Senior Exterior Technician to join our team in Laleham. This is a hands-on, varied role where youll combine horticultural expertise with operational know-how to keep our clients outdoor spaces looking their best. As a Senior Exterior Technician, youll take ownership of maintaining high-quality external plant displays across a portfolio of customer sites. Youll ensure every display is healthy, vibrant, and maintained to the Greenleaf standard. Key Responsibilities as a Senior Exterior Technician with PHS Greenleaf: • Plant Care & Maintenance, • Deliver routine plant care including watering, feeding, pruning, and pest control., • Plan and execute seasonal changes efficiently., • Diagnose plant health issues and take corrective action., • Report and resolve any site issues promptly., • Apply and adapt internal stock-care processes throughout the year., • Stock Rotation & Inventory, • Carry out periodic stock checks and report discrepancies., • Maintain stock levels for plants, seasonal displays, and sundries., • Implement effective stock rotation to minimise waste., • Plan and deliver plant installations and replacements to client specifications., • Conduct site surveys and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements., • Lead on-site activities and support large-scale exterior planting projects., • Log site visits, maintenance outcomes, and updates accurately, • Maintain data accuracy to support reporting and service performance, • Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and standards, • Optimise routes and schedules for efficiency.The ideal candidate will have:, • Experience in horticulture or exterior plant maintenance., • A full manual UK driving licence with 6 points or less, • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks., • Self-motivated with excellent time-management skills., • Confident communicator with strong customer service skills., • IT literate, including Microsoft Office and CRM systems (Salesforce preferred)., • Horticultural qualifications (e.g., RHS Level 2)., • Knowledge of industry products and equipment., • Experience leading installations and managing stockIn return for your expertise:, • Competitive base Salary, • 23 days holiday + bank holidays (31 days total), • Full uniform and PPE provided, • Full training and development opportunities, including ILM-certified courses, • Pension scheme, • 24-hour personal welfare helpline, • phs Perks discount card (accepted at 850+ retailers), • Access to the phs Shop for discounted household consumables, • Company vehicle and tools provided, • Training and development opportunities within phs Group., • Clear pathways for career progression in a growing division. If you would like to find out more about phs Group and phs Greenleaf, please visit: www.phsgreenleaf.co.uk JBRP1_UKTJ