1. Operational Planning and Management
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Daily & Seasonal Planning: Develops schedules for pruning, watering, mowing, weeding, fertilizing, and planting based on seasonal needs.
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Site Inspections: Routinely inspects landscape areas, indoor plantscapes, and green walls to monitor plant health and identify aesthetic issues.
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Resource Coordination: Manages the procurement, installation, and maintenance of plants, soil, tools, and irrigation materials.
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System Maintenance: Ensures proper operation and repair of irrigation systems, sprayers, and other gardening equipment.
2. Team Supervision and Leadership
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Supervision & Training: Assigns, trains, and supervises gardeners, landscapers, and laborers in proper horticultural techniques and safety procedures.
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Performance Management: Evaluates the performance of horticultural staff, sets daily goals, and ensures work is completed efficiently.
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Conflict Resolution: Settles disputes among staff to maintain a productive and harmonious work environment.
3. Technical & Horticultural Duties
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Plant Health Care: Diagnoses and treats plant diseases, pests, and nutritional deficiencies, often implementing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices.
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Specialized Care: Ensures appropriate care for specialized areas, including vertical gardens, indoor landscaping, and, if applicable, exterior ornamental gardens.
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Waste Management: Ensures debris and green waste are disposed of, mulched, or composted according to site sustainability guidelines.
4. Safety and Compliance
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Safety Adherence: Enforces health and safety regulations (OHS) and ensures the proper use of protective equipment (PPE) when handling chemicals or operating machinery.
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Chemical Handling: Manages the safe storage, handling, and application of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers.
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Regulatory Compliance: Ensures all horticultural practices meet local, state, or company environmental standards.
5. Administrative & Reporting
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Reporting: Prepares, maintains, and submits daily/weekly progress reports, attendance sheets, and inventory records to the facility manager.
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Budget Management: Monitors expenses related to labor and materials to ensure tasks are completed within budgetary constraints.
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Client/Management Liaison: Communicates with client representatives or higher-level management regarding landscape improvements, issues, and project timelines
