Careers at Polhill Garden Centre

Join our family-run business and grow your career in a friendly, supportive environment.

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Our Mission

At Polhill Garden Centre, we’re more than just a place to shop. We’re a close-knit, family-run business that’s been part of the community since 1964. We offer a variety of career opportunities across retail, hospitality, horticulture, and customer service, with a focus on teamwork, personal growth, and making every visitor’s experience exceptional.

Whether you’re looking for your first job or your next career step, you’ll find a welcoming environment, ongoing training, and the chance to work in one of Kent’s most loved destinations.

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Generous discount across the garden centre and restaurant.

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Training & Development

Ongoing learning opportunities to help you grow.

Friendly Team Culture

Join a supportive, welcoming environment.

Current Vacancies

Maintenance Assistant | Polhill Garden Centre | Full-time | Permanent

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a hands-on Maintenance Assistant to carry out general maintenance, upkeep and repair tasks around the site.

Hours and days of work: 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday

Responsibilities

  • Carry out general maintenance, upkeep and repair tasks.
  • Blow vac the outside department areas.
  • Perform basic carpentry, plumbing, painting and decorating tasks.
  • Conduct routine checks of equipment, fixtures and fittings.
  • Respond to maintenance requests promptly and efficiently.
  • Support the wider team with ad-hoc duties a required.
  • Managing outside contractors for routine maintenance.

Ideal Candidate

  • This is a hands-on role and ideal for someone practical and adaptable.
  • Previous experience in a similar maintenance role (preferred but not essential)
  • A good range of practical skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
  • Strong communication skills with a professional and approachable manner.
  • Enthusiasm, energy, and self-motivation with a positive attitude.
  • Flexibility, adaptability, and be a collaborative team player.
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and maintain attention to deta