Careers

Investors in People
An 'Investors in People Company' - Hillier Nurseries is a company built on respect. Respect for all the members of our team as well as respect for our customers. Should you join our Company, our respect for you would be evident in the trust we would place in you. We would give you a job with clear objectives to achieve, we would support you with full training and we would then allow you to get on with the job to the best of your ability.

Career Opportunities
We have opportunities for you in one of the largest nurseries growing ornamental plants in the UK. With sites in Hampshire near Winchester, Romsey and Petersfield. Alternatively, your career could lie at one of our 13 garden centres based throughout the South of England. We regularly, have vacancies for positions at all levels from part time workers to management positions. We welcome enquiries at any time and all applications are given full consideration.

Student Placements
Hillier has employed students since the 1940s, providing an unrivalled opportunity to gain experience in growing and marketing a wide range of hardy nursery shrubs and trees. We offer Student Placements of between six months to one year, to pre-college, Higher and National Diploma middle year, and overseas students. Placements are based on our Container Nurseries near Romsey or our Tree Nursery near Petersfield and can, on occasion, be split between the two. We are usually able to assist students find accommodation locally, either in a family home nearby - or in one of our student houses. Working a basic 39 hour week, most of the student training and development will come from instruction while doing the job. You will also enjoy active encouragement to learn as much as possible from our team of professional growers and sales and marketing staff.

Careers Contact
Mrs. Sue Johnson - Personnel Manager
Hillier Nurseries Ltd.
Ampfield House
Ampfield
Romsey
Hampshire
SO51 9PA

Tel: 01794 368733
Fax: 01794 367580
Email: suejohnson@hillier.co.uk

Please see below for current vacancies, or for a speculative application, download an application form from the link, left, and return to the address above

Current Vacancies

Job Title: PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATOR

Location: Ampfield House, Ampfield, Romsey, Hampshire. SO51 9PA

Job Ref: SS/0109

Closing Date: Monday 15^th September 2008

Description

One of the UK's leading horticultural companies, we are seeking a full time experienced Personnel Administrator to provide generalist support in a small but busy Human Resource Department, reporting directly to the Personnel Manager.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years practical experience in a personnel role. Hold the CIPD certificate, or be working towards qualification. You will have good people skills, a systematic and flexible approach, and be able to work accurately under pressure. You will have good IT and keyboard skills including Excel and Word, and be able to demonstrate a high degree of literacy and the ability to provide accurate and efficient administration support to the Personnel Manager

Salary & Benefits

This is a full time permanent position 37.5 hours per week. Monday Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm. Salary will be commensurate with your abilities and experience. Contributory Pension Scheme, Staff Discount after qualifying periods and free car parking form just some of the benefits that come with this position.

Applications, together with a current CV and covering letter should be sent to Sue Johnson, Personnel Manager, Hillier Nurseries Ltd., Ampfield House, Ampfield, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 9PA or Email suejohnson@hillier.co.uk.
An application form can be downloaded from this website.

Job Title: MARKETING ASSISTANT/SALES SUPPORT PERSON RETAIL NURSERY

Location: Ampfield House, Ampfield, Romsey, Hampshire. SO51 9PA

Job Ref: RN/0109

Closing Date: Friday 12^th September 2008

Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic person to join our team to assist in the Marketing and Sales Department. You will have particular responsibility for the weekly 'Hotlist' and Stock Availability List which is sent to customers, as well as updating the website. Additional tasks will include supporting the work of the Marketing Manager.

The Sales role will primarily involve tele-sales support for the Sales team. This will be almost entirely calls to existing customers rather than cold calling.

You will

· Have good knowledge of hardy nursery stock

· Have a flair for marketing

· Have good IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel. PowerPoint and website experience would be an advantage.

· Be a strong team player.

Salary & Benefits

This is a full time permanent position 37.5 hours per week. Monday Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm. Competitive Salary, some overtime will be required, Contributory Pension Scheme, Staff Discount after qualifying periods and free car parking form just some of the benefits that come with this position.

Job Title: GARDEN CENTRE ASSISTANT WEEKENDS

Location: Hillier Garden Centre, Henley Road, Mappleborough Green, Studley, Warwickshire B80 7DR

Job Ref: GC10/0108

Closing Date: Tuesday 9^th September 2008

Description

We have a vacancy for a Weekend Garden Centre Assistant to join the team at our Redditch Garden Centre.

Applicants should have a keen gardening interest and have previous retail experience as well as enthusiasm and self – motivation. You should also have an outgoing, friendly personality and be able to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team

Salary & Benefits

This is a part time one day per week position. Sunday 9.30am to 5.30pm with ½ hour lunch break. Competitive pay, staff discount, uniform and free car parking form just some of the benefits with this position.

Job Title: SECTION LEADER

Location: Brentry Container Unit, Jermyns Lane, Ampfield, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 0QA

Job Ref: RN/0107

Closing Date: Friday 19th September 2008

Description
Reporting to the Nursery Manager, this position carries the high level of accountability associated with the day to day runing of a nursery section. The post holder will have responsibility for ensuring that they and their team acheive set production objectives within set budgets. Personal and professional qualifies required: experience of commercial crop production; self-motivation and the ability to lead from the front; ability to develop staff in line with the company's IIP status; good organisational and communication skills; the ability to work to agreed deadlines; innovative thinking and proactivity in the development and implementation of new ideas.

Salary & Benefits
Basic 39 hour week, Monday to Friday. Additional hours will be required from time to time including stock take. Salary in accordance with experience and qualifications. Pension scheme, staff discount (after qualifying period) and free car parking are just some of the benefits with this position.

Job Title: PLANT AREA MANAGER

Location: Hillier Garden Centre, Priors Court Road, Hermitage, Thatcham, Berkshire RG18 9TG

Job Ref: GC07/0601

Closing Date: Friday 29th August 2008

Description
Applications are invited for the position of Plant Area Manager at our Newbury Garden Centre. The successful candidate will be an experienced supervisor, capable not only of running a successful plant area, but also taking responsibility for the Garden Centre as a whole. Newbury has a highly successful plant area offering a wide range of interesting plant material and high standards of presentation and customer advice. It draws customers from a wide area. The successful candidate will have a flair for innovation and presentation, together with an eye for maintenance and housekeeping. Applicants must possess sound commercial acumen and recognise the need to maximise profit. They should have a good plant knowledge and understanding of the use of plants in gardens, together with recognising the importance of excellent customer service.

Salary & Benefits
Basic 37.5 hour week, to include alternate weekends. Additional hours will be required seasonally and to achieve goals. Competive monthly salary, pension scheme, uniform, staff discount (after qualifying period) and free car parking are just some of the benefits with this position.