Head Grower

At Urban Jungle, the beating heart of our lush nurseries is in our own backyard. Specifically, at our Beccles site, where we nurture tens of thousands of plants, cultivating a diverse range of perennials, ferns, grasses, Cannas, Gingers, bamboo, trees and shrubs. This thriving propagation site is not just a facility; it's a testament to our dedication to quality, sustainability, and an unparalleled diversity of plants.

Our approach to plant cultivation is a blend of science and art. We start many plants from seeds, cuttings, and divisions from our display gardens, ensuring each plant is true to type and healthy. Through giving each plant the care and attention it requires we are confident that any plant that leaves us will go on to thrive in its new home. We also carefully source and grow young plants, ensuring a diverse and robust collection for our nurseries.

As we continue to grow, we're excited to announce an opportunity that could be the dream of any plant enthusiast. We are bidding farewell to our current Head Grower, who is embarking on an international horticultural adventure. This opens up an incredible opportunity for a new Head Grower to join the Urban Jungle family at the beginning of March.

This role is not just a job; it's a journey into the heart of horticulture, an opportunity to lead and expand our propagation efforts, and a chance to influence the gardens of countless homes up and down the UK.

Our Head Grower is someone who embodies meticulous cleanliness, organisation, and tidiness, ensuring our Propagation Department operates with the efficiency and productivity of a well-oiled machine.

You will have a passion for plants and an in-depth knowledge of plant requirements, plus a vision for botanical excellence. You will also be adept at maintaining meticulous records and ensuring that the retail nurseries' needs are consistently met. This role involves proactive communication with our nursery managers to keep them informed about stock availability and the condition of plants ready for sale. While only basic computer skills are required, we will provide training to support your success in this role.

Be prepared for a physically engaging role. You'll find yourself in the great outdoors, working in all weather conditions. This position is ideal for someone who finds invigoration in being active and outdoors.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Team Supervision**:Direct, supervise, and motivate a small team, providing leadership and guidance to ensure high standards of care and efficiency.
- **Plant Care**:Oversee and ensure meticulous care of our plant stock, focusing on the health and quality of our wide range of plants**.**:

- **Propagation Bed Maintenance**:Manage and maintain our propagation beds, ensuring optimal conditions for plant growth and development.
- **Record Keeping**:Maintain accurate and detailed records of plant cultivation, growth stages, inventory, and plant passporting.
- **Communication and Coordination**:Liaise with Nursery Managers to communicate plant availability, ensuring a seamless integration of supply to meet retail demands.
- **Weekly Dispatch**:Organise and oversee the weekly preparation and dispatch of plants to our nurseries, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
- **Expertise in Horticulture**:Possesses excellent knowledge of a wide variety of plants, including their care, needs, and growth conditions.
- **Highly Organised**:Demonstrates exceptional organisational skills, able to efficiently manage nursery operations and plant care schedules.
- **Efficiency and Productivity**:Shows a strong ability to be productive and hands-on, with a focus on achieving results and maintaining high standards, and to enthuse these characteristics within the team.
- **Physical Work and Outdoor Enthusiasm**:Enjoys engaging in physical work and is comfortable working outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
- **Basic Spreadsheet Knowledge**:Has at least a fundamental understanding of spreadsheets, able to maintain records and track plant growth and inventory effectively.
- **Continued development: To be ever curious about the plants you'll be caring for and to engage with our in-house training programme.**

**Permanent**
**Average 37.5 hours per week.**
**5 days per week including weekends.**
**Starting salary £11.50 to £14.50 per hour based on experience.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £11.50-£14.50 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount

Schedule:

- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Beccles, NR34 8TT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person