Job title:Leadhand – Horticulture
Employer:Government
Deadline:Soon
Description:
This job profile reflects the general details considered necessary to perform the principle functions and shall not be construed as an interpretation of all work requirements inherent in the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate in their applications and in the interview process that their qualifications for the positions match those specified. Applicants may be required to undergo a skills assessment.
Salary Range:
$31.60 per hour (full time rate)
$31.30 per hour (probationary rate)
This position reports to the Supervisor, Horticulture and Plant Production and is a working Leadhand role that assists the Supervisor in the planning and scheduling of all resources necessary to carry out parks horticulture and greenhouse production programs.
Job Responsibilities:
• Plans, coordinates, executes and evaluates horticulture and greenhouse production programs, services and/or processes. Develops new and/or revises relevant policies and/or standard operating procedures for the section as required.
• Delegates work assignments to staff and students ensuring appropriate scheduling and quality control.
• Ensures work is performed efficiently and effectively in accordance with Town or Department maintenance standards/specifications, and other legislative requirements (e.g.: Labour and Health and Safety Regulations, Traffic Control, etc.)
• Hires students and monitors performance including initiating corrective action and/or progressive discipline when required. Assists with Seasonal hiring as required.
• Liaises closely with Supervisor and/or Manager to report progress, resolve issues, and refine planning.
• Responds and investigates public inquiries, by-law issues and initiates work orders as appropriate.
• Monitors and maintains expenditures. Oversees allocation of resources (financial, employee hours etc.). Assists with budgets preparation, program development and staff training development.
• Accurately maintains daily records for the purpose of tracking, reporting and documenting of maintenance activities and adjusts maintenance schedules as necessary.
• Interprets and modifies as appropriate planting plans and designs for landscape maintenance and installation of new developments.
• Ensures all equipment is operated competently, safely and maintained in a good operating condition ensuring proper and timely documentation for repair of defective equipment (including circle checks of all assigned rolling stock).
• Keeps current with ongoing technical, cultural and procedural improvements in horticulture and greenhouse production.
• Trains and guides staff, students, part-time staff and volunteers involved in activities.
• Supports information dissemination, training and communication for horticulture and greenhouse production activities.
• Liaises with, and oversees the work of contractors and other service providers.
• Analyzes information, data, progress etc. and looks for means of improving horticulture and greenhouse production program/activity performance.
• Represents the Corporation and Department in a professional, courteous and respectful manner in all dealings with the public, other groups, and associations.
• Perform role of Stand-in Supervisor on occasions when the supervisor is not available.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Diploma in Landscape Design, Horticulture or related area and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. 2-3 years of related parks horticultural experience; horticulture related equipment operation as well as turf or grounds maintenance including fertilizing, irrigation repairs, soil amendments IPM, and/or pesticide application.
A valid Ontario Ministry of Environment Landscape, Forestry & Industrial Vegetation Exterminator License is also required. Certifications in Forklift operation, 0-8 tons crane operation and load securement are desirable.
Proven experience in directing and assigning work to others, including training and monitoring work performance.
Demonstrated effective communication, both oral and written, customer service and problem solving skills.
Proficient time management skills and flexibility in adjusting between a variety of duties.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Must possess an understanding of the Highway Traffic Act and knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Must hold and provide a copy of a valid and unrestricted Ontario Driver’s License Class DZ minimum (standard and automatic transmission) with a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour. Note: Applicants with 6 or more points are ineligible for consideration.
The successful applicant will be required to provide the Corporation with a current drivers abstract (no older than 30 days) prior to assuming the position.
Applications will be accepted on-line at www.oakville.ca in the employment section no later than midnight on November 19, 2013.
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