Horticultural Technician

Job in Old Warren, Reading, Berkshire, RG1, England, UK

Listing for: PE Global International

Part Time position
Listed on 2026-07-10

Job specializations:

Science
Agriculture / Farming, Horticulture

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 14.85 - 18.59 GBP Hourly GBP 14.85 18.59 HOUR

Location: Old Warren

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Horticultural Technician for a leading multi‑national FMCG client based in Reading. This is a contract position based in Reading; hours include weekend duty (one weekend in four; typically 2 hours per day). Pay rate is £14.85 per hour – £18.59 per hour depending on experience.

Duties of the role/Responsibilities

General maintenance of plants and greenhouse facilities
Inspecting plants for pests and diseases; pest control through application of biological control
Monitoring, maintaining and calibrating automatic irrigation system; making up nutrient stock solutions.
Inspecting plants under quarantine for viral and other disease symptoms
Plant propagation
Co‑organising exports of plant material
Attendance of a Quarantine Advisory Committee twice per year

Education/Experience

General horticultural skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Prepared to work in tropical environments
Prepared to do manual tasks
Problem solving
Previous glass house / polytunnel work

*** Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in UK***

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