Estate Supervisor (Horticulture Supervisor)

Core Responsibilities:

1. Planning and Coordination:

• Develop and implement work schedules for horticultural staff.
• Plan planting, pruning, irrigation, and fertilization schedules.
• Coordinate with clients, managers, or stakeholders to meet project goals.

2. Plant Care and Maintenance:

• Supervise the planting, watering, fertilizing, pruning, and pest control of plants, shrubs, and trees.
• Monitor plant health and diagnose issues like diseases or pest infestations.
• Ensure proper maintenance of lawns, gardens, greenhouses, or nursery areas.

3. Team Supervision:

• Train, guide, and supervise horticultural workers or gardeners.
• Assign tasks and ensure quality standards are met.
• Monitor and evaluate team performance, providing feedback or additional training as needed.

4. Equipment and Resource Management:

• Oversee the use, maintenance, and repair of tools, machinery, and irrigation systems.
• Ensure proper storage and inventory of horticultural supplies like fertilizers, pesticides, and seeds.

5. Health and Safety:

• Implement safety protocols to protect workers and visitors.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and workplace safety standards.
• Educate staff on safe handling of chemicals and equipment.

6. Budget and Record Keeping:

• Manage budgets for horticultural projects or operations.
• Maintain accurate records of planting schedules, inventory, and maintenance activities.
• Prepare reports on project progress or operational performance.

7. Design and Innovation:

• Contribute to landscape or garden design projects.
• Introduce innovative techniques or sustainable practices to improve productivity and environmental impact.

8. Customer and Public Interaction:

• Communicate with clients, community members, or visitors about horticultural projects.
• Provide guidance on plant care or landscaping techniques.
• Organize workshops, events, or tours (in public gardens or educational settings).

1. Preferred:

Experience with large-scale landscaping projects, botanical gardens, or greenhouse operations.