Gavin Jones Ltd

07/11/2019

The Nurture family has two new members - welcome to Demita Plants and Eco Landscapes! Read about the latest acquisitions here: https://www.nurturelandscapes.co.uk/about-us/news/

03/09/2019

23/08/2019

The Nurture Group is proud to be supporting Perennial - Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society and we are delighted to have received our Platinum Perennial Partner Certificate this morning. Read about the great work that Perennial does in supporting people in horticulture at https://perennial.org.uk

24/07/2019

We are seeking an experienced Tractor Driver to work as part of a team on the grounds of Aldershot Aspire Defence.

Job Purpose
As a Tractor Driver, you will carry out all duties of a Gardener, but additionally be principal tractor driver operating a range of ride on machinery and tractors to achieve a high standard of grass maintenance on the estate. You will also carry out regular checks of all machinery and arrange for all necessary servicing and repair needs to be communicated to line manager and Nurture workshop.

In return we offer:
• Permanent Position
• Salary: £19,000 - £22,000/annum
• Regular training
• Career progression within National Company
• Annual Pay review
• Recognition scheme

Skills and experiences:
• Experience in operating tractors up to 100HP including competent use of buckets and a range of PTO operated implements
• NVQ or Diploma Level 2 Horticulture / Landscaping (or equivalent)
• Spraying Certificates – NPTC PA1 &PA6 preferable, but not required
• Minimum 2 years’ industry experience preferably working on Business Park or prestige static sites
• Certification for competent use of a range of ride on mowers and tractors
• Driving licence essential

To apply, please complete the ‘Apply on-line today’ section and attach an up to date CV.

Gavin Jones is an equal opportunities employer.

19/07/2019

🎉🎊WE'VE ONLY GONE AND DONE IT AGAIN!🎊🎉

Huge congratulations to our Bryan and the rest of the Gavin Jones team on successfully retaining the prestigious status for Potters Fields Park!

Here are the lads in all their green glory👇 WELL DONE! 🙌

19/07/2019

We are currently looking for the following Construction based positions around Mirfield:
• Dumper Operator / Banksman
• Landscape Foreperson
• Landscape Operative

Follow the link for more information and to apply https://www.gavinjones.co.uk/about-us/careers/

05/07/2019

Ares Landscape Architects planted this area of Thorpe park in last October. Great construction work by Gavin Jones Ltd and great maintenance by Nurture Landscapes. Great to see it thriving 9 months on.
seed heads providing a nice yellow tone at this time of year complimenting the lime of .
It's looking fantastic!

27/06/2019

Summer has finally arrived and so has the July issue of Pro Landscaper!

Along with this months' bumper issue subscribers will also receive the Pro Landscaper Equipment Supplement and Gavin Jones Celebrating 100 Years supplement!

11/06/2019

Gavin Jones Ltd and Nurture Landscapes will be exhibiting at the Facilities Show, Excel London. Register now and take time to visit us from 18th-20th June and speak with our teams on stand FM6240. https://www.facilitiesshow.com/

04/06/2019

Soft landscaping works coming on at the The Hepworth Wakefield. Shrub planting taking place this week. Great work by Gavin Jones Ltd 🌲🌳

03/05/2019

We have a great opportunity for a Workshop Fitter to join our Workshop Team based at our Machinery Workshop in Ess*x.

Job Purpose
The role will include being responsible for repair and maintenance of a wide range of horticultural plant and machinery. Maintenance activities will include PDIs, safety inspections, servicing and general damage repairs.

In return we offer:
• Permanent Position
• Company Van
• Salary - £27k - £30k/annum
• Regular training
• Career progression within National Company
• Annual Pay review
• Recognition scheme

Skills and experiences:
• Need to have previous experience of servicing and repairing horticultural plant and equipment
• Be an enthusiastic and reliable team player with good customer service skills and a can-do attitude
• Relevant NVQ or City and Guilds qualifications will be a distinct advantage.
• A full UK driving licence with towing is an essential requirement.

03/05/2019

Look who our Head Gardener, Bryan Reynolds met at Potters Fields Park! Eliud Kipchoge 🏃🏿‍♂️🥇