Softscape and Horticulture Supervisor

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Description

Position: Softscape and Horticulture Supervisor

Company: Swick’s Landscaping Ltd.

Job details

•  Location: 142-11800 river road Richmond, BC V6X 1Z7 (Various locations in Lower mainland)
•  Salary: $42 / hour
•  Vacancies: 1
•  Employment groups: Students, Youth, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Seniors, Apprentices
•  Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time 32 hours / week
•  Start date: As soon as possible
•  Employment conditions: Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening

Benefits

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care

Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

High School Completion is required.

Experience

• 3-4 years of experience as horticulture supervisor or technician is required.
• Must have a Valid BC Driver’s License
• Experience of driving a truck and Trailer combo would be an asset.

Specific Skills

•  Inspect plants for health, addressing any issues like pests or diseases.
• Oversee and coordinate the activities of workers who maintain lawns, gardens, daily     softscape installation, ensuring proper techniques and safety.
• Provide daily updates to the project manager and coordinate with suppliers.
• Work with designers and suppliers to select, order and approve plants, ensuring quality and availability.
• Conduct checks on softscape elements and address any issues.
• Participate in project meetings and align softscape activities with the overall schedule.
• Resolve work-related problems and prepare and submit progress and other reports
• Submit reports on softscape progress and health assessments. Complete deficiency reports for properties on an as needed basis.
• Review expenditures and provide cost estimates for upcoming activities.
• Conduct training on best practices for plant installation and maintenance.
• Develop and execute a detailed plan for planting, ensuring alignment with project timelines and adherence to architectural and design plans.
• Provide and monitor accurate cost estimates for all softscape activities.
• Communicating with clients to understand their needs, address concerns, and provide recommendations for maintaining their landscapes.
• Hire staff and train workers in job duties and company policies
• Keeping records of work performed, materials used, and any issues encountered on jobsites.
• Adhering to safety protocols and regulations to prevent accidents and injuries while working.

How to Apply

How to apply

By email

office@swicks.net

*Aboriginals, Indigenous youth are encouraged to apply for this position.

Job Categories: Landscaping. Job Types: Full-Time.

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