Horticultural Supervisor
| Posting date: | 20 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 July 2025 |
| Location: | RH10 0 4PE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Tulleys Farm |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 15541056-12021108 |
Summary
Horticulture Supervisor plays a leadership role in managing and maintaining gardens, landscapes, nurseries, or greenhouses.
Here’s a detailed overview of the job duties and skills required:
Horticulture Supervisor – Job Duties:
1. Supervise and Coordinate Staff
• Direct and oversee gardeners, laboratory ers, and maintenance crews
• Assign daily tasks and ensure timely completion
2. Landscape and Garden Management
• Plan, design, and maintain gardens, parks, or landscaped areas
• Oversee planting, pruning, fertilise ng, and pest control
3. Greenhouse/Nursery Operations (if applicable)
• Monitor plant growth and health
• Manage inventory of seeds, plants, and materials
4. Use of Equipment
• Operate or supervise the use of landscaping tools, irrigation systems, and machinery
5. Irrigation and Water Management
• Ensure proper watering schedules
• Detect and fix irrigation issues
6. Record Keeping and Reporting
• Maintain records of plant care, pesticide use, schedules, and staff performance
7. Training and Safety
• Train new staff in horticultural techniques and safety procedures
• Enforce health and safety standards
8. Client or Management Interaction
• Communicate with property owners, managers, or clients regarding horticulture needs
Skills Required for a Horticulture Supervisor:
1. Technical Knowledge
• Horticultural practices (plant care, pest/disease management, soil science)
• Landscaping design and maintenance
2. Leadership and Team Management
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and delegate tasks
• Conflict resolution and staff development
3. Problem-Solving
• Diagnose plant issues, irrigation problems, or work delays effectively
4. Organizational Skills
• Time management and scheduling
• Inventory and resource planning
5. Communication Skills
• Clear instruction to teams
• Reporting to clients or senior management
6. Physical Fitness
• Able to perform and supervise outdoor manual work
7. Basic Computer Skills
• For record-keeping, scheduling, or reporting
Qualifications and experience:
• Diploma or degree in horticulture, agriculture, botany, or related fields or
• 2–5 years experience in landscaping or horticulture roles
• Supervisory experience required
Here’s a detailed overview of the job duties and skills required:
Horticulture Supervisor – Job Duties:
1. Supervise and Coordinate Staff
• Direct and oversee gardeners, laboratory ers, and maintenance crews
• Assign daily tasks and ensure timely completion
2. Landscape and Garden Management
• Plan, design, and maintain gardens, parks, or landscaped areas
• Oversee planting, pruning, fertilise ng, and pest control
3. Greenhouse/Nursery Operations (if applicable)
• Monitor plant growth and health
• Manage inventory of seeds, plants, and materials
4. Use of Equipment
• Operate or supervise the use of landscaping tools, irrigation systems, and machinery
5. Irrigation and Water Management
• Ensure proper watering schedules
• Detect and fix irrigation issues
6. Record Keeping and Reporting
• Maintain records of plant care, pesticide use, schedules, and staff performance
7. Training and Safety
• Train new staff in horticultural techniques and safety procedures
• Enforce health and safety standards
8. Client or Management Interaction
• Communicate with property owners, managers, or clients regarding horticulture needs
Skills Required for a Horticulture Supervisor:
1. Technical Knowledge
• Horticultural practices (plant care, pest/disease management, soil science)
• Landscaping design and maintenance
2. Leadership and Team Management
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and delegate tasks
• Conflict resolution and staff development
3. Problem-Solving
• Diagnose plant issues, irrigation problems, or work delays effectively
4. Organizational Skills
• Time management and scheduling
• Inventory and resource planning
5. Communication Skills
• Clear instruction to teams
• Reporting to clients or senior management
6. Physical Fitness
• Able to perform and supervise outdoor manual work
7. Basic Computer Skills
• For record-keeping, scheduling, or reporting
Qualifications and experience:
• Diploma or degree in horticulture, agriculture, botany, or related fields or
• 2–5 years experience in landscaping or horticulture roles
• Supervisory experience required