Job Description

• Oversee natural conservation areas, gardens, woodlands, parks, and roadside verges.
• Improve the aesthetic appeal of the surrounding environment to complement the existing architecture and ensure the longevity of the grounds.
• Coordinate and perform landscape design activities and the determination of appropriate shrubs, trees, and various plants, direct watering of plants, fertilization, and pruning of grounds and landscaped areas.
• Ensure that all equipment is well maintained; ensure necessary tools and supplies are available when needed and are replaced after use.
• Oversee maintenance of the demonstration garden and other public areas to ensure that plantings are healthy, free of weeds, and the site is attractive to visitors.
• Supervise the work of assigned personnel to assure acre and safe condition of grounds and landscaped areas.
• Responsible for leading the landscape design process, communicating, and delivering landscape design quality objectives.
• Ensure that plants are priced and labeled correctly and that signage, information brochures, and materials are clearly displayed and available to visitors.
• Implement an effective and quality management system and produce plans and reports on landscape preservation.
• Oversee irrigation system maintenance and repairs, plan, coordinate, and supervise gardening activities as required.
• Devising management and maintenance plans, to ensure spaces are preserved for future use and enjoyment.
• Ensure that the nursery area is well maintained and stocked and that plants are watered, weed free, and attractive.
• Establish landscape, gardens, and ground maintenance service strategies.
• Preparation of graphical information for presentations, concept design, and detail designs.
• Conduct regular inspections of building exteriors and surrounding landscape.
• Employ sound environmental, ecological, and waste management practices.
• Conducting surveys and generating reports with observations and sustainability recommendations.
• Meeting communities and involving others in managing public spaces.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture, horticulture, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 12 years of related work experience.
• Previous resort experience is an advantage.
• Considerable knowledge of horticulture and grounds maintenance.
• Understanding of proper pruning techniques, turf management, planting, and perennial care.
• Understanding of irrigation systems’ operation with a high level of attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of landscape design software, including AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Photoshop.
• Must reside in Ekiti or be open to relocate.