Horticulturist

Responsibilities:

• Select and plant trees, shrubs, flowers, and other vegetation appropriate to the environment and purpose.
• Prune, water, fertilize, and treat plants to ensure optimal health and growth.
• Monitor and address plant health issues, including pest infestations and diseases.
• Design and implement aesthetically pleasing and functional garden or landscape layouts.
• Develop sustainable landscaping solutions that align with environmental considerations.
• Maintain outdoor and indoor green spaces, ensuring they remain attractive and healthy.
• Study plant varieties and experiment with different species to identify those best suited to specific climates and soils.
• Explore innovative techniques for plant propagation and growth enhancement.
• Conduct soil tests and recommend appropriate treatments to improve fertility.
• Identify pests and diseases affecting plants and implement effective control measures.
• Apply organic or chemical treatments responsibly, ensuring environmental safety.
• Provide advice to clients or stakeholders on plant care, maintenance, and landscaping solutions.
• Train team members or community members in horticultural practices.
• Promote eco-friendly gardening and farming techniques.
• Develop water conservation strategies such as drip irrigation and rainwater harvesting.

Requirements:

• OND/HND/Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Botany, or a related field.
• Proven experience in horticulture, landscaping, or a similar role.
• Extensive knowledge of plant species, soil science, and pest management.
• Proficiency in designing and maintaining outdoor and indoor green spaces.
• Ability to conduct soil tests and recommend effective treatments for soil improvement.
• Experience with sustainable landscaping solutions and eco-friendly gardening techniques.
• Familiarity with pest and disease control methods, including organic and chemical treatments.
• Skilled in plant propagation, pruning, watering, fertilization, and care techniques.
• Strong understanding of environmental safety and water conservation practices.
• Creative thinking and expertise in garden or landscape design.
• Ability to monitor and address plant health issues promptly and effectively.
• Strong observational skills to study plant varieties and adapt to specific climates or soils.
• Effective communication skills to provide advice to clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Leadership and training abilities to guide team members or community groups in horticultural practices.
• Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Proficiency in using tools and equipment for landscaping and horticultural tasks.