Senior Exterior Horticultural Technician
PHS Greenleaf – Laleham Full-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 you’ll combine horticultural expertise with operational know‑how to keep our clients’ outdoor spaces looking their best.
As a Senior Exterior Technician, you’ll take ownership of maintaining high‑quality external plant displays across a portfolio of customer sites. You’ll 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 stock
In 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
