GARDENER at Arik Air

Job description

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE

To maintain the guest house lawns and garden to the highest possible condition.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• In charge of grass cutting, weed control and leaf raking
• Planting new trees, flowers and various plants.
• Maintenance of plant tubs baskets
• Making sure that all garden equipment is correctly maintained and serviced
• Clearing rubbish and litter away from the garden and grounds.
• Producing various designs and layouts of garden landscapes.
• Ensuring a safe working environment for everyone working in the garden
• To ensure that all chemical application is carried out in a safe and correct manner.
• Report any dangerous branches, dead or leaning trees to the Management
• To talk to guests about the ground and gardens whenever required.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

• Ability to use a wide range of horticultural machinery and powered hand tools
• Good knowledge of plants and vegetables
• Have an in-depth knowledge of pesticide use
• Knowledge of organic gardening methods and techniques
• Must be at least O’level qualification.
• Must have at least 3-5 years working experience as a Gardener
• Knowledge in applying fertilizers and other necessary chemicals to the plants.
• Must have knowledge in gardening including taking care of plants and flowers.
• Must have wide knowledge in different varieties of flowers and plants.
• Must have knowledge in planting and maintaining grass such as Bermuda grass.
• Must have knowledge and ability to do basic landscaping for the plants
• Must have passion in plants.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• To interact with the Operations Supervisor and other support staff