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Description

We are always looking for people who are committed to Meewasin's legacy and want to apply their skills and expertise to make a difference now and for the future.

Reporting to the Design & Development Manager, the Horticulture Field Coordinator is an integral role to Meewasin. The incumbent has a prime responsibility to ensure that horticulture activities are delivered in alignment with the annual project plan, current strategic plan and 100-year concept plan. This position will supervise and participate in the execution of the horticulture program including seed collection, propagation, and planting of native plant species, resource management and landscape maintenance projects.
Education and Experience    
                                
Completion of grade twelve diploma or equivalent; related post-secondary education in horticulture is highly valued overall, however related biology, plant and/or soil science post-secondary education is considered an asset. A minimum of two years experience as a professional gardener or in a nursery working directly with plant propagation is required. Knowledge and implementation of best standards in nursery and greenhouse management is required.

Knowledge and experience with native plant pruning, growing and propagation  is required.

Knowledge and experience in the safe use of tools, equipment, herbicides, fertilizers and vehicles
(including tractors and trailers) employed in landscape maintenance and construction is required. Experience in the application of horticulture knowledge in seed collection, planting plans, irrigation, plant husbandry, pruning, etc. is required. Knowledge and application of the Occupational Health and Safety regulations and policies is considered an asset. Supervisory experience is an asset. The position requires heavy lifting daily under 50lbs and frequently over 50lbs.

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