Horticulturist

Placements24; Welkom; On-site; ZAR 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible hours

Remote consultations

Creative landscape projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a passionate Horticulturist to manage specialized horticultural projects in and around Welkom, Free State. The role covers cultivation, maintenance, and improvement of plants for aesthetic and commercial purposes, with responsibilities including planting schedules, irrigation oversight, soil health, and ensuring vitality of landscapes.

The candidate should have a strong horticultural background, keen attention to detail, and a commitment to sustainable landscape management.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Horticulture, Botany, or related field.
• Proven experience in commercial horticulture or landscape management.
• Expertise in plant identification, cultivation techniques, and pest/disease control.
• Knowledge of soil science and irrigation systems.
• Ability to manage projects and supervise a small team.
• Strong observational skills and a commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement planting schemes for gardens, parks, and commercial landscapes.
• Manage irrigation systems to ensure optimal water delivery to plants.
• Monitor plant health, identify diseases or pests, and implement control measures.
• Oversee soil preparation, fertilization, and mulching to maintain plant vitality.
• Prune, trim, and shape plants to enhance their aesthetic appeal and health.
• Supervise and train horticultural staff, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to high standards.

Skills

Plant identification

Pest/disease control

Irrigation systems

Project supervision

Education

Degree or diploma in Horticulture/Botany

Tools

Soil analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a passionate and skilled Horticulturist to manage their specialized horticultural projects in and around Welkom, Free State . This role involves the cultivation, maintenance, and improvement of plants, flowers, and ornamental trees for aesthetic and commercial purposes. You will be responsible for planning planting schedules, overseeing irrigation, managing soil health, and ensuring the overall vitality and appearance of horticultural areas. The ideal candidate has a strong horticultural background, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to sustainable and beautiful landscape management.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement planting schemes for gardens, parks, and commercial landscapes.
• Manage irrigation systems to ensure optimal water delivery to plants.
• Monitor plant health, identify diseases or pests, and implement control measures.
• Oversee soil preparation, fertilization, and mulching to maintain plant vitality.
• Prune, trim, and shape plants to enhance their aesthetic appeal and health.
• Supervise and train horticultural staff, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to high standards.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Horticulture, Botany, or a related field.
• Proven experience in commercial horticulture or landscape management.
• Expertise in plant identification, cultivation techniques, and pest/disease control.
• Knowledge of soil science and irrigation systems.
• Ability to manage projects and supervise a small team.
• Strong observational skills and a commitment to quality.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote consultation options.
• Access to a wide variety of plant species and state-of-the-art horticultural tools.
• Opportunities for creative input into landscape design projects.
• Contribution to beautifying and enhancing green spaces in the Free State .