Horticultural Project Leader

Job Number: 8612

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Duties – General Overview (but not limited to)

• Delegate tasks to team members fairly and with equal participation
• Monitor team’s performance, proactively motivate and empower team to work to their full potential
• Provide education & expertise to team members on plant identification, plant care, task completion
• Monitor absenteeism/punctuality and address issues promptly with clear documentation
• Conduct team member performance appraisals as required
• Liaise between clients and management to ensure excellent communication and client experience
• Proactively and promptly address any client concerns and report immediately to management
• Ensure customer service requests are completed
• Actively ‘up-sell’ services at every opportunity, promptly submitting accurate information to sales department
• Ensure tidiness of every project, attention to detail and “wow” factor
• Ensure supplies and tools are stocked and on truck based on daily requirements
• Keep tools and power equipment maintained and ready for daily use
• Follow procedures as required for tool and power equipment repair
• Ensure proper use and care of hand tools, power equipment and refueling of power equipment
• Organize and accurately complete paperwork as required
• Complete monthly vehicle reports, ensure team truck is clean, promptly address vehicle maintenance as required

Accountabilities:

Aligned with our Core Values: Principled Recognized Innovative Dependable Engaged

• Comply with procedures and policies, monitor evidence of P.R.I.D.E.
• Excellent leadership (proactive, motivational and team building), communication and interpersonal skills
• Manage project budgets effectively – Prioritize, delegate & plan effective use of time, materials and equipment.
• Follow and enforce the company employee manual, site hazard management and safety program
• Apply exceptional plant care knowledge proactively
• Manage conflict within the guidelines of Company violence and harassment policy
• Provide clear direction and respond to crew member questions with respect
• Demonstrate keen focus on Customer Experience and proactive inter-departmental communication
• Operate company vehicles in a safe and professional manner
• Represent the Company in a professional manner in all interactions (i.e. with clients, public, sub-trades, peers)
• Practice good housekeeping of tools etc. on all sites at all times
• Bring concerns regarding safety or personal/staff issues promptly to the attention of the Management Team
• Punctual, dependable and “steps up” in peak season when needed
• Attend all mandatory meetings, contribute in a professional manner and collaborate with core team.

Qualifications

• Horticultural knowledge and team leadership experience
• Holds a valid “G” license with clean record (max. 3 pts.)
• Holds a valid and current first aid certificate

Physical Demands

• Manual lifting and carrying, shoveling, raking, standing, bending, crouching, kneeling
• Repetitive motions, hand/wrist vibration, reaching, negotiating stairs, slopes, and uneven terrain
• Work outdoors in varying conditions (i.e. biting insects, indigenous wildlife, various temperatures, inclement weather)
• Work alongside open bodies of water
• Varying seasonal hours. Peak season may require up to 60 hr/week

Please email your resume to 

Chris@watersedgelandscaping.com

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Job summary

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