Landscape Assistant

Job Description

• Coordinate daily tasks like planting, pruning, weeding, and irrigation maintenance for project sites.
• Supervise gardeners and labourer's, assigning tasks and providing mentoring on horticultural techniques.
• Ensure tools and machinery are operated safely and maintained, reporting any breakdowns.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure high-quality plant care, site cleanliness, and compliance with health and safety standards.
• Monitor material usage, manage inventory, and assist with project budgets.
• Oversee landscape technical planning, designing layouts, and implementing irrigation or hardscape plans.
• Supervise contractors and manage project timelines to ensure adherence to approved designs and regulations.
• Prepare daily, weekly, or monthly progress reports and technical site documentation.
• Ensure compliance with municipality regulations, environmental standards, and safety requirements.

Qualifications:

• Requires 2-+ years of experience in landscaping, with specialized expertise for supervisory or engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of irrigation systems, horticulture, pest management, and fertilizers.
• A diploma or bachelor's degree in agriculture, horticulture, or landscape engineering is common.
• High school diploma or degree in horticulture/engineering.
• Ability to operate machinery such as mowers and trimmers.
• Strong knowledge of local municipal requirements for landscaping.