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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Horticulturist to oversee our gardening operations, and lead our team of gardeners. The Horticulturist will be responsible for propagating, cultivating and harvesting plants, and maintaining plant health through pruning and watering. You will also be required to design garden landscapes, select appropriate plants for the soil and climate, and manage pests and diseases. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of plant biology, a passion for the outdoors, and the ability to work independently. You should also have excellent communication skills, as you will be required to liaise with clients and suppliers, and provide guidance to junior staff.
Responsibilities
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- Selecting appropriate plants for the soil and climate.
- Managing pests and diseases.
- Propagating, cultivating and harvesting plants.
- Maintaining plant health through pruning and watering.
- Liaising with clients and suppliers.
- Providing guidance to junior staff.
- Conducting research to improve plant growth and yield.
- Preparing soil for planting.
- Monitoring plant growth and health.
Requirements
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- Proven experience as a Horticulturist.
- Deep understanding of plant biology.
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors.
- Knowledge of pest and disease management techniques.
- Proficiency in using gardening tools and equipment.
- Ability to design garden landscapes.
- Passion for the outdoors and plants.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your experience with pest and disease management?
- Can you describe a time when you had to design a garden landscape?
- How do you ensure plant health and growth?
- What techniques do you use for soil preparation?
- Can you describe a challenging project you’ve worked on and how you handled it?