Horticulturist
Other Jobs Information
Job Category
Other Jobs
Job Type
Permanent/Full Time
Working Experience
5 - 10 Years
Education Level
Diploma
Industry
Hospitality Jobs
Salary Range
Not Specified
Qualifications
• Graduation from an accredited college or university in an appropriate curriculum and considerable experience related to this class of work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Thorough knowledge of ornamental horticulture in all phases.
• Thorough knowledge of plant propagation.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles of nursery management.
• Knowledge of the principles of supervision.
• Knowledge of the elementary principles of landscaping.
• Ability to supervise the work of others.
Application Deadline
2021-01-28
Description
REPORT TO: HEAD- EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT
TITLE: HORTICULTURALIST
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides professional advice on the selection, ordering, planting, and maintenance of trees, shrubs, ground covers, and turf grasses in the Hotel.
- Plans and designs annual and perennial flower beds.
- Grows potted plants and nursery stock and maintains records on the growing operation.
- Trains and supervises subordinate personnel in greenhouse operations and in the proper methods and techniques of planting ornamental plants.
- Trains ground personnel in the techniques of pruning, wound dressing, cavity repair, and the cabling and bracing of trees and shrubs.
- Prepares orders for various types of plants and seeds. Inventories, maps, and labels trees and shrubs on campus for instructional and maintenance purposes.
- Assists in the preparation of maintenance programs for the control of plant diseases and insects. Prepares fertilizer programs for various types of plants.
- Confers with landscape architect and other personnel in the selection of plants.
- Supervises with the operation of the Departmental Greenhouse.
- Performs related duties as required.
Location Information
Location
Nkwatia
Region
Eastern
Street Address
Agogo-Mpraeso Rd, Nkwatia