South Africa: GARDENER X 2 posted by Farm Manager SA

• At least 5 years’ experience
• An advanced horticultural aptitude
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Follow instructions & show initiative
• Knowledge of horticulture methods and materials, landscaping, and cultivation
• Professional, flexible, zero attitude and positive
• Good communication skills
• Good Health conditions
• Must have excellent presentation and work to meticulous attention to detail
• Must have good work ethic
• Flexibility to work during weekends/extended working hours
• Ability to multitask and use initiative

 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
 

• Creating outdoor scenes for public and private areas
• Designing the settings themselves, utilizing greenery, cement, rocks, water, and other materials to construct a beautiful and functional outdoor space.
• Maintaining lawns and landscapes in the villa.
• Watering grass, trees, and flowers, mowing lawns, trimming bushes and hedges, weed eating, leaf blowing, applying fertilizers or other soil amendments, mulching garden beds, and clearing brush.
• Identifying plant diseases and insect problems.
• Applying fertilizers and pesticides
• Maintaining indoor plants in the villa.