Horticulturist

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary commensurate

Health benefits

Plant collection access

Modern facilities

Centurion projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a passionate Horticulturist to manage and enhance diverse horticultural operations. You will oversee cultivation, care, and development of various plant species, contributing to aesthetic and functional aspects of our agricultural projects.

The role requires leading a team, designing planting schemes, maintaining plant health, and applying sustainable growing techniques to ensure high standards across facilities in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in Horticulture, Botany, or a closely related field.
• Proven experience in horticultural management, landscape design, or plant cultivation.
• Experience with irrigation systems and soil management techniques.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with a keen eye for detail in Centurion.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement planting schemes for gardens, landscapes, and agricultural plots.
• Oversee the care and maintenance of plants, including watering, fertilizing, pruning, and pest control.
• Monitor plant health, diagnose diseases and deficiencies, and implement appropriate treatment strategies.
• Manage a team of horticultural workers, providing guidance and ensuring quality of work.
• Stay updated on horticultural best practices, new plant varieties, and sustainable growing techniques.

Skills

Plant identification

Pest & disease management

Irrigation systems

Leadership

Landscape design

Education

Bachelor’s or Diploma in Horticulture/Botany

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Horticulturist to manage and enhance their diverse horticultural operations in Centurion . This role involves overseeing the cultivation, care, and development of various plant species, contributing to the aesthetic and functional aspects of the client's agricultural projects. You will be instrumental in maintaining high standards of plant health, developing innovative planting designs, and ensuring the sustainability of horticultural practices in a key agricultural hub of Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement planting schemes for gardens, landscapes, and agricultural plots.
• Oversee the care and maintenance of plants, including watering, fertilizing, pruning, and pest control.
• Monitor plant health, diagnose diseases and deficiencies, and implement appropriate treatment strategies.
• Manage a team of horticultural workers, providing guidance and ensuring quality of work.
• Stay updated on horticultural best practices, new plant varieties, and sustainable growing techniques.

Requirements

• A degree or diploma in Horticulture, Botany, or a closely related field.
• Proven experience in horticultural management, landscape design, or plant cultivation.
• Strong knowledge of plant identification, growth requirements, and pest/disease management.
• Experience with irrigation systems and soil management techniques.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills, with a keen eye for detail in Centurion .

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Health and wellness benefits package.
• Access to a wide range of plant species and state-of-the-art horticultural facilities.
• Opportunities to contribute to significant landscaping and agricultural projects in Centurion .
• A supportive environment that values expertise and promotes innovation in horticulture.