Gardener Assistant

Summary

Under the supervision of the Senior Gardener, the Gardener Assistant is responsible for the general maintenance of the Gardens and Facility. Salary Range: 💰 $18,647 - $25,078 JMD per week

Responsibilities

• • Assists in establishing flower beds by lining, forking, planting and mulching;
• • Assists with the maintenance of landscape and garden areas by watering, weeding, fertilizing and mulching;
• • Prunes trees and shrubs;
• • Cleans and rakes lawns, walkways and gazebos;
• • Cleans and maintains sanitary facilities;
• • Maintains hedges and verges;
• • Carries out other general maintenance activities of the facilities;
• • Carries out pest and weed control activities;
• • Collects plant seed and other vegetative planting material collection activities;
• • Maintains plant labels and garden signage;
• • Carries out preparation activities for promotional and outreach events;
• • Carries out special horticultural and agronomical activities;
• • Prepares plants for sales, rental and display;
• • Disposes of garbage;
• • Assists in the construction and maintenance of compost bins;
• • Propagates plants, prepares soil media and carry out other nursery activities;
• • Performs any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Desired Traits and Characteristics

• • Good oral and written communication skills;
• • Good interpersonal skills;
• • Good teamwork and co-operation skills;
• • Strong customer and quality focus skills.

Required Skills

• • Sound knowledge of lawn and garden maintenance;
• • Basic knowledge of landscaping;
• • Sound knowledge of tools and equipment maintenance;
• • Basic knowledge of Branch’s operations.

Qualifications

• • Secondary Education with one (1) year’s experience working as a Gardener in a Botanic Garden.
OR
• • Secondary Education with two (2) years’ experience working as a Gardener or Farm Assistant. Special Conditions Associated

Additional Information and Instructions

Special Conditions Associated with the Job: 🌞 Exposure to Harsh Conditions: The role may require working under extreme conditions, including exposure to sun, dust, and water on occasion. 🧪 Chemical Exposure: There may be potential exposure to hazardous chemicals during the course of work. 🦺 Protective Gear: Employees are required to wear protective gear to ensure safety while performing job duties. Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Wednesday, December 11th, 2024 to: 📍 Senior Director Human Resource Management and Development Division Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining Hope Gardens Kingston 6 📧 Email: jobopportunities@moa.gov.jm ℹ️ Subject: Gardener Assistant (LMO/TS 2) - Rural Gardens and Scenic Avenues (Fern Gully, St. Ann) 🔑 Please include the job title in the subject line of your email.

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