Gardener at Jhpiego - John Hopkins University

Overview

• The Gardener reports to the Office Assistant (OA) and will be responsible for external common areas, such levelling of flowers, grases etcetera

Responsibilities

• Maintain and grow the garden to ensure it meets specific requirements and expectations.
• Perform basic maintenance such as cutting the grass, soil cultivation, digging, forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, general management of weeds, bed preparation, and planting
• Plant and nurture grasses, flowers, and various plants.
• Advise supervisor on the costs of plants and garden necessities with detailed written quotations and reports.
• Ensure a safe environment for staff and clients by adhering to safety and health regulations.
• Work with hand tools and basic light machinery such as mowing machines, small diggers, cutters etc.
• Service all garden equipment and machinery.
• Maintain a clean garden by clearing rubbish and litter from the garden and grounds.
• Support with the landscaping of the office environment especially the green areas
• Support with periodic fumigation of the office premises
• Ensure cleanliness of the outer office environment at all time
• Support in disposing of bad and nonfunctional items within the office after full authorization
• Report equipment malfunctions to Admin as and when noticed

Required Qualifications

• (Clerical) Some secondary education (grade 7-8)
• 6 months of experience required
• Ability to read and write in basic English
• Prior-experience in similar position
• Understanding the concept of gardening maintenance and equipment, as well as understanding the horticulture environment, is required.

SALARY RANGE: 110,120 - 186,390