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Grounds Keeper/Gardener Job in Toronto, Canada
Full time Grounds Keeper / Head Gardener in Toronto, Canada
A downtown Toronto estate is seeking a full-time Grounds Keeper/Gardener.
This is an opportunity to work in a passionately maintained garden that is a haven to anyone who loves gardens.
The Grounds Keeper/Gardener will also ensure that the grounds, including patios, decks, and are kept well-tended at all times in all seasons.
The successful candidate will manage all inventories relevant to the garden, keep to a set monthly schedule and manage all expenditures relating to maintaining the garden.
Extensive horticultural experience is required as is a minimum or 5 years working in perennial gardens. An in-depth knowledge of plant materials, plant and tree diseases, pruning strategies, soil conditions, and watering needs will be required to succeed in this role.
This is an opportunity to work in a passionately maintained garden that is a haven to anyone who loves gardens.
The Grounds Keeper/Gardener will also ensure that the grounds, including patios, decks, and are kept well-tended at all times in all seasons.
The successful candidate will manage all inventories relevant to the garden, keep to a set monthly schedule and manage all expenditures relating to maintaining the garden.
Extensive horticultural experience is required as is a minimum or 5 years working in perennial gardens. An in-depth knowledge of plant materials, plant and tree diseases, pruning strategies, soil conditions, and watering needs will be required to succeed in this role.
Vacancy duties and responsibilities
- The candidate for this position will manage extensive perennial beds, a ravine restoration and a large lawn.
- He/she will manage numerous professionals, such as arborists, irrigation teams, lawn specialists and snow removal services who also service the garden and property.
- The candidate will also maintain manage all trades and services for the exterior of the home.
- He/she will work closely with the principle who is a passionate gardener.
Profile requirement
- The applicant should have a strong work ethic, good English communication skills, and the ability to anticipate needs and manage time effectively.
- Additionally, the applicant must always have a professional personal presentation and maintain the privacy and security of the property at all times.
- The applicant must possess a valid, clean Ontario driver’s licence (class G) and must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Preference will be given to candidates who have horticultural training.
Conditions
- Excellent compensation and benefits for the right candidate
- Full time
- To start immediately
Ground Keeper/Gardener Salary
To be discussed
Information about the role
Ad reference: 1997 LDE
Post on 28/03/2023 by Morgan & Mallet International
Ad reference: 1997 LDE
Post on 28/03/2023 by Morgan & Mallet International
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This vacancy is managed by Morgan Mallet International London
25 North Row, Mayfair, London W1K 6DJ, United Kingdom Phone : +44 20 3314 1044 E-mail : contact@householdstaff.agency Similar Job: Looking to Hire a Gardener in London |