Horticulturist

TROPIC PLANNERS & LANDSCAPE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A landscaping company in Singapore is seeking individuals to perform landscaping work, supervise personnel, and manage horticultural projects. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in horticulture or equivalent experience and good communication skills. Fresh graduates are welcomed. This role offers a 5.5 days work week and competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5.5 days' work week.
• Fresh graduates are welcome.
• Driving license class 3 will be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscaping work.
• Inspect and monitor landscape plantings.
• Prepare reports and cost estimates.
• Advise and supervise grounds personnel.
• Identify pests and diseases.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Diploma in Horticulture and Landscape

WSQ Advanced Certificate in Landscape Supervision

Job description

Job description

• Perform landscaping work
• Inspect and monitor the conditions of the landscape plantings to assess horticultural or environmental problems and take appropriate remedial action
• Prepare reports and cost estimates
• Advise and supervise grounds personnel (supervisors, local gardeners and foreign labourers) in erosion control, fertilisation, pruning, irrigation and application of pesticides to infested plants
• Identify pest and diseases, evaluate soil condition and take appropriate remedial action
• Ensure adequate supply of materials and equipment is available for assigned projects
• Ensure the operational safety and readiness of equipment
• May station at project sites
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned

Job requirements

• 5.5 days’ work week
• Fresh graduates are welcome
• Minimum Diploma in Horticulture and Landscape / WSQ Advanced Certificate in Landscape Supervision or related work experience
• Good communication and interpersonal skill
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft word and excel
• Driving license class 3 will be preferred
• *Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
• *Salary will be commensurate with experience.