Position: Softscape and Horticulture Supervisor Company: Swick's Landscaping Ltd. Job details · Location: 142-11800 river road Richmond, BC V6X 1Z7 (Various locations in Lower mainland) · Salary: $42 / hour · Vacancies: 1 · Employment groups: Students, Youth, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Seniors, Apprentices · Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time 32 hours / week · Start date: As soon as possible · Employment conditions: Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening Benefits · Company events · Dental care · Extended health care Job requirements Languages English Education High School Completion is required. Experience · 3-4 years of experience as horticulture supervisor or technician is required. · Must have a Valid BC Driver's License · Experience of driving a truck and Trailer combo would be an asset. Specific Skills · Inspect plants for health, addressing any issues like pests or diseases. · Oversee and coordinate the activities of workers who maintain lawns, gardens, daily softscape installation, ensuring proper techniques and safety. · Provide daily updates to the project manager and coordinate with suppliers. · Work with designers and suppliers to select, order and approve plants, ensuring quality and availability. · Conduct checks on softscape elements and address any issues. · Participate in project meetings and align softscape activities with the overall schedule. · Resolve work-related problems and prepare and submit progress and other reports · Submit reports on softscape progress and health assessments. Complete deficiency reports for properties on an as needed basis. · Review expenditures and provide cost estimates for upcoming activities. · Conduct training on best practices for plant installation and maintenance. · Develop and execute a detailed plan for planting, ensuring alignment with project timelines and adherence to architectural and design plans. · Provide and monitor accurate cost estimates for all softscape activities. · Communicating with clients to understand their needs, address concerns, and provide recommendations for maintaining their landscapes. · Hire staff and train workers in job duties and company policies · Keeping records of work performed, materials used, and any issues encountered on jobsites. · Adhering to safety protocols and regulations to prevent accidents and injuries while working. How to apply By email office@swicks.net *Aboriginals, Indigenous youth are encouraged to apply for this position.