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Woodie's; the market leader DIY, Home and Garden Retailer in Ireland and official “Great Place to Work” are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic & friendly Horticulturist to join our expanding team. If you would like the opportunity to grow in your career and with a company that will recognise and support you every step of the way, then Woodie's is for you.
The Ideal Candidate:
* Relevant qualification and/or work experience
* Knowledge and understanding of plant establishment and maintenance, pruning, fertilizing, pests, and diseases
* Ability to use a variety of horticultural tools and equipment
* Experience working with and monitoring annual budgets
* Independent decision-making and problem-solving skills
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Computer skills including Word and Excel
* Ability to perform physically demanding work
* Passion, initiative, responsibility, and pride in your work
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the delivery of the store budget for each period and achieve sales and waste targets
* Maintain the Garden Centre to high standards
* Manage stock ordering in the Garden Centre
* Oversee waste management in the Garden Centre
* Deliver exceptional customer service focusing on customer needs
* Provide expert advice and service to customers
* Engage positively with customers
* Merchandise stock according to company principles
* Maintain and improve product knowledge
* Participate in training plans and mandatory training across skills and products
Contract: Full-time, 39 hours per week
Rate of pay/Salary: €14-16 based on experience
Our Benefits Include:
* Company pension scheme
* Colleague discount – Up to 35% off in-store purchases
* Paid maternity leave – Up to 20 weeks
* Paid paternity leave – Up to 2 weeks
* Fertility leave – Up to 5 days per year
* Cycle to work & Tax-Saver schemes
* Discounted health insurance
* Bonus scheme
* Sick pay scheme
* Parental leave
* Flexible annual leave – Purchase up to 2 additional weeks per year
* Paid charity leave – Two paid days for charity work
* Service days – Increased leave linked to service
* Earlypay – Access a portion of earned wages early if needed
* Flexiwage – Manage your pay and budgeting options
* Savings club
* Educational assistance
* Wellness initiatives
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage those with passion and some relevant skills or experience to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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