At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise nursery operations, operate machinery, and support a dedicated team.
- Company: Family-run horticultural business known for high-quality plant production.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus scheme, overtime pay, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Stable long-term opportunity with training and development prospects.
- Why this job: Join a close-knit team and make a real impact in a hands-on role.
- Qualifications: Experience in outdoor/nursery work and machinery operation; supervisory skills preferred.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Nursery Supervisor to join a well-established, family-run horticultural business with a strong reputation for high-quality plant production. This role would suit a practical, hands-on individual who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in delivering efficient, well-organised operations. This is a varied position combining machinery operation, team supervision, and day-to-day nursery work. You'll play a key role in ensuring daily tasks are completed to a high standard, while supporting a small, experienced team and maintaining smooth site operations.
What's on Offer
- £32-40k, dependent on experience
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Overtime paid at time and a half
- 20 days holiday + bank holidays
- 2-week Christmas shutdown period
- Training and development opportunities
- Stable, long-term opportunity within a close-knit team environment
Key Responsibilities
- Support and supervise daily nursery operations across the site
- Work from management plans to deliver tasks efficiently and independently
- Operate machinery as part of daily production activities
- Maintain high standards of organisation, efficiency, and quality
- Carry out a wide range of practical nursery tasks across seasonal demands
- Conduct daily machinery checks and basic maintenance
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with expectations
- Assist and guide team members where required
What We're Looking For
- Strong background in a practical, outdoor or nursery environment
- Experience operating machinery such as tractors, telehandlers, forklifts, or similar
- Previous supervisory experience or the ability to step into a leadership role
- Good understanding of health and safety in a working environment
- Comfortable working independently and managing workload effectively
- Organised, reliable, and hands-on approach to work
- Experience with tree work or pruning is advantageous
- Relevant spray certificates (PA1/PA2/PA6) beneficial but not essential
If you're looking for a hands-on role where you can take ownership, work as part of a close-knit team, and contribute to a well-run nursery operation, I'd be happy to discuss this opportunity further.
For more information, please contact Stanley at MorePeople on 01780 480530 or email.
Nursery Supervisor employer: MorePeople
Join a well-established, family-run horticultural business in Hampshire that values its employees and fosters a supportive work culture. With competitive salaries, a discretionary bonus scheme, and ample training opportunities, this role as a Nursery Supervisor offers not just a job, but a chance to grow within a close-knit team dedicated to high-quality plant production. Enjoy the benefits of working outdoors while contributing to a stable and rewarding environment where your practical skills and leadership can truly shine.
