Current Full-Time Opportunities in Horticulture

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Selecta One

  • ItSelecta-One UK is part of the Selecta Group. The Selecta Group is a leading global breeder, grower and marketer of innovative ornamental plants and crops. Our breeding activities comprise bedding and balcony plants, houseplants, perennials and cut flowers. With our production sites and sales companies in Europe, Africa, Asia, and America, we serve all relevant markets worldwide. For our company in the UK and Ireland, we are currently looking for a Technical Sales Representative for the UK & Ireland

    • Responsibility for sales of Selecta bedding, balcony & Perennial products in a designated geographical area.

    • Promoting and introducing new varieties and concepts to customers.

    • Delivering area sales targets.

    • Developing and organising after sales services for the clients, including regular visits and technical assistance to growers. • Interaction with the customer service team to ensure customers requirements are met.

    • Monitoring market trends and competitor activity to maintain a competitive edge.

    • Represent the company at UK & European trade events when required + attend product training.

    • Successfully completed studies or vocational training as a horticulture specialist or a comparable qualification.

    • Work experience in sales is essential – preferably in the horticulture industry. Previous growing / nursery experience would be ideal.

    • High self-responsibility and passion to travel.

    • Competent with Microsoft Office especially Excel & Outlook.

    • Structured approach to work, pragmatic thinking, and communicative manner.

    • Resilient, with effective communication and relationship-building skills

  • Location: UK - remote with travel

    Salary: DOE

    How to Apply: Please email your application to Stuart Wassell (click here) and mention YPHA Website.

Technical Sales Representative

Grow Tropicals

Horticultural Assistant

  • Since the start of GrowTropicals, our core mission has been to provide the best plants, with the best service, in a sustainable and ethical way.

    Our journey started during the COVID pandemic that saw a huge surge in the number of people entering the indoor gardening hobby. From our inception it quickly became clear to us that the sourcing of plants to meet this new demand was unsustainable.

    • Work within a small, fast-paced team at a leading indoor plant retailer, ensuring high standards of plant health, customer service, and operational efficiency.

    • Select and inspect plants for customer orders, checking for pests, damage, or imperfections.

    • Package orders safely for national delivery, maintaining presentation and plant quality.

    • Assist with propagation, labelling, and processing of new stock.
      Monitor and maintain plant health, with developed knowledge of pest identification and treatment methods.

    • Opportunities to represent the company at major plant shows. Collaborate with professionals across the horticulture sector during show builds and live events.

    • Practical experience in horticulture, ideally with a focus on indoor or tropical plants.

    • Strong plant identification skills and an understanding of common pests and diseases.

    • Ability to work both independently and as part of a close-knit team.

    • High attention to detail, particularly when selecting and preparing plants for customers.

    • A proactive attitude with the flexibility to adapt in a dynamic retail environment.

    • Previous experience in retail, customer service, or events (desirable but not essential).

  • Location: Leeds

    Salary: £24,000-£26,000 based on experience.

    How to Apply: To apply, please send your CV, availability and a cover letter to reece@growtropicals.com and mention YPHA website!

MorePeople

  • Got experience in commercial growing and ready for more responsibility?

    Want to work somewhere where you'll be trusted, valued, and part of a real family business?

    Looking for a hands-on role where you can see the results of your work every day?

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join a sixth-generation family business with over 130 years of growing heritage.

    Still based on its original site, the nursery is a much-loved local destination, known for its quality bedding plants, hanging baskets, and personal touch.

    This is a business that takes pride in doing things properly - combining traditional horticultural knowledge with modern methods and genuine passion.

  • Day to day, you'll:

    • Support the day-to-day management of nursery production and growing schedules.

    • Assist in planning propagation, transplanting, and crop timings for bedding and hanging basket production.

    • Supervise and support 2-3 seasonal staff during the busy spring/summer months.

    • Maintain high plant health standards, spotting and resolving issues early.

    • Support with ordering growing media, chemicals, and consumables.

    • Monitor stock levels and maintain accurate growing records.

    • Operate and maintain nursery machinery, including irrigation systems and transplanters.

    • Take on general site maintenance during quieter winter months.

    • Work collaboratively with the wider team and uphold site safety standards.

    It's a varied, physical role that'll suit someone who enjoys being in the greenhouse, getting stuck in, and taking real ownership of their work.

    • Experience working on a commercial growing nursery (bedding or pack plant experience ideal, but happy to train if you have experience with other crops)

    • Confident with general crop husbandry, propagation, and irrigation

    • Hands-on, organised, and practical with strong attention to detail

    • Able to supervise and motivate a small seasonal team.

    • Great communicator with a positive, respectful approach

    • PA1, PA6, and/or forklift licence would be beneficial (training can be provided)

    • Strong plant knowledge and a genuine passion for horticulture

    • Comfortable working closely with a small, family-led team where everyone pulls together.

    • You don't need decades of experience - just solid nursery know-how, common sense, and the right attitude.

  • Location: Lancashire

    Salary: DOE

    How to Apply: Please email your CV to sarah@morepeople.co.uk and mention YPHA Website

Assistant Grower Manager

Junior Grower

Roots

  • Choose plants. Choose any old website. Choose annual bedding that needs watering every day and replacing every spring. Choose plants sprayed with fungicide that look good on the shelf but are DOA in your garden. Choose 100 plants for £12.99 because some of them will survive, right? Choose plants flown in from a hothouse somewhere that won’t last in the UK. Choose a website written by AI that tells you to plant tomatoes in shade and tries to sell you a wickerwork stag. Choose pesticides, weedburners and a chemical covered square of lawn that you mow every Sunday morning and wonder why you can’t hear the birds singing.

    But why would you want to choose plants like that?

    At Roots, we go deeper.

    You don’t have time for that nonsense and neither do we. We’re too busy getting stuck in at the nursery, mudsplattered wellies squelching through fields as our UK growers proudly show off their plants.

    We trust our growers to know the best way of doing things. Because they’ve been growing the traditional way for decades and doing it well. Planting trees in the fields and watching them grow, pruning in all weathers, excitedly waiting for their new seedlings to come up and working with nature rather than against it, because that’s the right thing to do, not the cheapest.

  • We're establishing a new, modern horticultural facility to support a prominent online plant retailer. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Junior Grower to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a foundational understanding of horticulture or a strong desire to learn and develop a career in plant production.

    Working under the guidance of our experienced growers, you will be integral to cultivating high-quality plants for our customers. This role offers hands-on experience in a new, technologically advanced environment.

    • Plant Care: Lead a unit assisting with daily plant care tasks, including watering, feeding, pruning, and monitoring plant health.

    • Propagation & Potting: Support propagation activities and assist with potting and re-potting plants as needed.

    • Pest & Disease Monitoring: Learn to identify common plant pests and diseases, reporting findings to senior growers.

    • Environmental Control: Assist with monitoring and adjusting environmental conditions (e.g., temperature, humidity, light) within growing areas.

    • Data Recording: Maintain accurate records of plant treatments, growth stages, and other relevant horticultural data.

    • Site Maintenance: Contribute to the general upkeep and cleanliness of the nursery, including tidying growing areas and equipment.

    • Basic horticultural knowledge or a strong interest and willingness to learn about plant cultivation. Relevant qualifications (e.g., college course, apprenticeship) are a plus.

    • Enthusiastic and eager to learn about commercial plant production.

    • Reliable and a good team player, capable of following instructions and working independently when required.

    • Attention to detail when performing tasks such as watering or identifying plant issues.

    • Ability to perform physical tasks associated with nursery work, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods in various weather conditions (e.g., inside glasshouses).

    • Basic communication skills to interact with team members.

  • Location: Offenham, Worcestershire

    Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 DOE

    How to Apply: Apply here, and mention the YPHA Website!

Horticulture Operative

Roots

  • Choose plants. Choose any old website. Choose annual bedding that needs watering every day and replacing every spring. Choose plants sprayed with fungicide that look good on the shelf but are DOA in your garden. Choose 100 plants for £12.99 because some of them will survive, right? Choose plants flown in from a hothouse somewhere that won’t last in the UK. Choose a website written by AI that tells you to plant tomatoes in shade and tries to sell you a wickerwork stag. Choose pesticides, weedburners and a chemical covered square of lawn that you mow every Sunday morning and wonder why you can’t hear the birds singing.

    But why would you want to choose plants like that?

    At Roots, we go deeper.

    You don’t have time for that nonsense and neither do we. We’re too busy getting stuck in at the nursery, mudsplattered wellies squelching through fields as our UK growers proudly show off their plants.

    We trust our growers to know the best way of doing things. Because they’ve been growing the traditional way for decades and doing it well. Planting trees in the fields and watching them grow, pruning in all weathers, excitedly waiting for their new seedlings to come up and working with nature rather than against it, because that’s the right thing to do, not the cheapest.

  • You'll be a key player in the daily life of our nursery, with a variety of tasks to keep you on your toes. Your role will be a mix of horticulture, logistics, and quality control, all with a big focus on our plants. Your day could include:

    • Plant Nurturing: From tiny seedlings to established shrubs, you'll be involved in the full life cycle of our plants. This includes watering, pruning, potting, and ensuring every plant is happy, healthy, and ready for its new home.

    • Stock Superstars: You'll help us manage our inventory, move plants and materials around the nursery, and ensure everything is organised and accessible for our busy packing team.

    • Packing Perfection: You'll be part of the team that carefully and lovingly packs our plants to ensure they arrive at our customers' doors looking their absolute best. This is about quality, speed, and making a great first impression!

    • Site Savvy: Help us maintain a top-notch nursery. This includes everything from general tidiness and cleanliness to helping with site improvements and project work

  • You don't need to have a degree in horticulture (though a love for plants is a must!). We're more interested in your attitude and your willingness to learn. You should be:

    • Enthusiastic and Proactive: Someone who takes initiative and gets stuck in with a positive attitude.

    • Team Player: This is a brand new team, and we're looking for people who can work collaboratively and support their colleagues.

    • Physically Fit: This role involves manual handling, standing, and lifting.

    • Detail-Oriented: You have a keen eye for a healthy plant and a perfectly packed box.

    • Open to Learning: We'll provide full training, so a willingness to learn is essential.

  • Location: Offenham, Worcestershire

    Salary: £13 - £15 per hour DOE

    How to Apply: Apply here, and mention the YPHA Website!

Videographer

Roots

  • Choose plants. Choose any old website. Choose annual bedding that needs watering every day and replacing every spring. Choose plants sprayed with fungicide that look good on the shelf but are DOA in your garden. Choose 100 plants for £12.99 because some of them will survive, right? Choose plants flown in from a hothouse somewhere that won’t last in the UK. Choose a website written by AI that tells you to plant tomatoes in shade and tries to sell you a wickerwork stag. Choose pesticides, weedburners and a chemical covered square of lawn that you mow every Sunday morning and wonder why you can’t hear the birds singing.

    But why would you want to choose plants like that?

    At Roots, we go deeper.

    You don’t have time for that nonsense and neither do we. We’re too busy getting stuck in at the nursery, mudsplattered wellies squelching through fields as our UK growers proudly show off their plants.

    We trust our growers to know the best way of doing things. Because they’ve been growing the traditional way for decades and doing it well. Planting trees in the fields and watching them grow, pruning in all weathers, excitedly waiting for their new seedlings to come up and working with nature rather than against it, because that’s the right thing to do, not the cheapest.

  • Join a future-focused retail plant nursery with a mission to inspire and entertain our online customers. We’re building a small, creative video team (two people) to produce presenter-led content about our plants, our nursery, and our people – plus growing our presence on social media.

    Plant knowledge and/or video experience are a bonus, but if you have buckets of enthusiasm and natural on-camera talent, we’d love to see what you can do. You might be a presenter, or the one behind the camera - or ideally you can do both.

    Whether you’re an established presenter with your own gardening channel, a student or graduate in horticulture, or an enthusiastic amateur gardener – any age, any background – this could be your chance to turn passion into a reliable income.

  • Location: Offenham, Worcestershire

    Salary: DOE

    How to Apply: Apply here and send a brief CV and a sample of your work. Please mention the YPHA Website!

MorePeople

Grower

  • Want to work for a business that invests in you?

    This global horticultural brand has already invested over £2 million into its UK site in the past three years-and now, they're ready to invest in your future.

    Whether you're early in your growing career or looking to build on your existing experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where learning and development are part of the culture.

    • You'll be part of a small, close-knit growing team, taking responsibility for a dedicated area of glass. This is a hands-on, technical horticutlure role where no two days are the same.

      You'll be involved in:

      • Crop walking and monitoring plant health.

      • Managing pests and diseases

      • Following and adjusting growing schedules

      • Spraying and irrigation

      • General crop husbandry

      You'll report to a highly experienced Technical Manager, giving you the chance to learn from the best and grow your skills in a supportive environment.

    • Some horticultural knowledge, either from a relevant qualification or hands-on experience in a commercial nursery

    • PA1 and PA6 would be great, but training can be provided.

    • A practical, hands-on approach, you're happy pulling hoses and operating sprayers.

    • A genuine interest in plant production and a desire to develop your career.

  • Location: Cambridgeshire

    Salary: DOE

    How to Apply: Please email your CV to sarah@morepeople.co.uk and mention YPHA Website

David Austin

Breeding Operation Team Leader

  • David Austin Roses Limited is a world-leading breeder of fine English Roses, based in the picturesque Shropshire countryside. With a legacy of over 200 celebrated varieties, our mission is to cultivate roses that embody beauty, fragrance, and outstanding garden performance.

    We are looking for a someone with experience of leading/managing teams to join our dedicated plant breeding team based in Albrighton in Shropshire. We don't expect you to have in depth rose knowledge, but would like to see applicants with a passion for plants, gardening, horticulture or with botanical experience. We can teach you all there is to know about roses, so this is more about your attitude and people skills than plant breeding experience.

    The team contribute significantly to our mission of producing exceptional roses by overseeing daily husbandry and seasonal plant breeding operations to ensure the highest standards of horticultural practices.

    • Coordinate the daily work schedule and delegate tasks to team members, ensuring all breeding operations are carried out effectively.

    • Oversee and participate in all stages of the rose breeding process including controlled pollinations, seed germination, propagation, and trial assessments.

    • Liaise regularly with the Breeding Operations Manager and Trialling Manager to plan and prioritise breeding activities.

    • Maintain accurate records of crosses, propagation, trial performance and operational progress.

    • Identify and communicate any issues affecting plant health, timelines or resource availability.

    • Ensure team adherence to biosecurity and intellectual property requirements.

    • Ensure all plant care operations (watering, pruning, potting, fertilisation, pest control) are delivered to standard and in line with programme priorities.

    • Support assessments and data collection on new hybrids, evaluating characteristics such as fragrance, colour, form, vigour, vase life, and disease resistance.

    • Monitor glasshouse and field environments, maintaining appropriate biosecurity and IPM protocols.

    • Safely operate and oversee the use of machinery and spraying equipment (e.g. tractors, telehandlers, sprayers).

    • Lead by example, working alongside the team and maintaining high standards of care, attention to detail, and health and safety.

    • Provide on-the-job training and mentoring to team members to develop their skills and understanding of breeding processes.

    • Monitor team performance and support a positive, collaborative working culture.

    • Support recruitment, induction and ongoing development of seasonal and permanent team members.

    • Ideally, a horticultural qualification (e.g. RHS Level 2+) or equivalent hands-on experience in plant breeding, horticulture, or nursery environments.

    • Proven experience leading or supervising a team in a practical, outdoor setting.

    • A strong understanding of plant propagation, greenhouse and field management, and integrated pest management.

    • Good organisational and planning skills, with a proactive and adaptable approach.

    • Strong attention to detail, particularly in relation to record-keeping and data collection.

    • IT proficiency is required.

    • PA1 and PA6 spraying licences desirable, but training can be provided.

    • Full UK driving licence preferred

    • Tractor or telehandler licence desirable, but training can be provided

  • Location: Albrighton, Shropshire

    Hours: /this is a full time role (39 hours a week), typically Monday to Friday from 8am to 4:30pm (to 3:30pm on Fridays), including 30 minutes paid and 30 minutes unpaid break each day. During the peak pollination season (April to June), there is a requirement to work 6 days per week. Additional weekend and bank holiday support may also be required at certain times of the year.

    Salary: Up to £29,000

    How to Apply: If you have a passion for horticulture and leadership, we invite you to blossom with us at David Austin Roses Limited. Apply today to be part of our legacy! Apply here and mention the YPHA website!

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists

Horticulture Sales Account Manager

  • A fast growing, innovative business in crop protection, nutrition, and biologicals. Known for technical expertise, customer service, and commitment to sustainability, this organisation supports growers, nurseries, and horticultural supply chains across the UK.

    • You’ll manage a portfolio of horticulture customers, providing specialist advice on ornamentals and forestry crops, crop protection, and nutrition.

    • The role combines technical expertise with commercial acumen, developing new opportunities while strengthening existing client relationships..

    • Strong horticulture background (ornamentals and/or forest nurseries)

    • Knowledge of crop protection products and chemical inputs (BASIS/FACTS desirable)

    • Industry network and relationship-focused sales approach

    • Proactive, organised, and self-motivated with ability to travel

    • Full UK driving licence B2B sales experience and BASIS/FACTS qualifications desirable but not essential — training available.

  • Location: Greater Lincoln

    Salary: £35,000–£45,000 + performance-based bonus

    How to Apply: Please email your CV to Conor Atay, Recruitment Delivery Consultant, CAtay@agrirs.co.uk and mention YPHA Website