grower, plants - nursery

Van Luyk Greenhouses and Garden Centre; London; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local greenhouse and gardening center in London, Ontario seeks a dedicated individual for a full-time role requiring strong leadership and extensive experience in floriculture. As a mid-senior level position, responsibilities include managing greenhouse operations, supervising staff, and implementing sustainable practices to contribute to environmental goals. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and a background in greenhouse production. Join a team focused on delivering quality plant products and services while promoting a green economy.

Benefits

Free parking available

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in agricultural roles, preferably in floriculture.
• Technical experience in greenhouse production programs.
• Credentials in chemical application and First Aid required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise greenhouse operations and staff.
• Manage agricultural crops and assist in pest control.
• Plan for germination and ensure optimal growing conditions.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Team player

Reliability

Education

College, CEGEP or other non‑university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Tools

Forklift Operator Certification

Chemical application certificate or licence

Job description

Overview

Green job – Help. Green jobs contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration. Learn more about green jobs.

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The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net‑zero target.

Languages

• English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non‑university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

• 5 years or more

Work Location

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work Site Environment

• Floriculture production
• Hot
• Outdoors
• Confined spaces

Responsibilities

• Consider water saturation, light and temperature when planning for germination
• Direct agricultural crops clipping activities
• Direct greenhouse and nursery operations
• Greenhouse cleaning
• Mixing fertilizer
• Organize greenhouse and nursery operations
• Weeding
• Control reported insect, disease and weed problems
• Determine type and quantity of stock to grow
• Develop marketing plans
• Establish and maintain required environment
• Establish work schedules
• Order materials and stock
• Provide product care and other information and service to customers
• Supervise staff in planting, transplanting, feeding and spraying
• Transplant seedlings or rooted cuttings
• Pot and re‑pot plants
• Plant bulbs and seeds
• Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops
• Mix and prepare soils
• Assist in pruning trees, shrubs and plants
• Apply fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, pesticides and other lawn care products
• Clean the crops

Supervision

11‑15 people

Credentials

• Chemical application certificate or licence
• First Aid Certificate
• Forklift Operator Certification
• Provincial licence/certification to apply chemical fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides and pesticides

Experience and Specialization – Type of Product

• Native plants
• Perennials
• Bedding plants
• Tropical plants
• Seasonal plants
• Ornamental trees, shrubs and hedges

Technical Experience

• Greenhouse production programs

Area of Work Experience

• Plant disease, pest and weed prevention and eradication

Specialization or Experience

• Green economy sector
• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Fast‑paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Physically demanding
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Hand‑eye co‑ordination
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal Suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Reliability

Benefits

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Farming