Head Grower
3 weeks ago
Description The
Ferguson Tree Nursery is looking for a
Head Grower to lead the Nursery's bare root, potted stock,
Working with the Director of Sales and Business Development, you will collaborate to develop the production plan to ensure targets are met to fulfill customer needs for all the species and formats required. In addition, you will ensure the expected quality standards are met for the various client groups. You will have responsibility for the long-term planning and execution of cultural practices necessary to ensure productive fields, hoophouses, and greenhouses. Working with the Director of Finance and Human Resources, you will be responsible for the efficient use of human, physical and financial resources in the growing program. You will be a core contributor to staff planning and budgeting and will be engaged all year in managing to those plans to ensure success. The Ferguson Tree Nursery puts great value in developing our people, their skills, knowledge and expertise. Your impressive staff management skills will include directing the work of and mentoring the Section Growers in each of the key programs and helping them develop in their roles and grow their knowledge and technical skills. You will also help them effectively manage their own staff to ensure all employees in the programs have the opportunity to grow, learn and be engaged in our Mission and Values. Are you up for the challenge?
In order to succeed in this role, we would expect that you will bring an impressive combination of education, skills, and high-level experience in a similar business This will include:
- A postsecondary degree in forestry, horticulture or agriculture from a recognized institution;
- 10 years combined experience in nursery and/or forestry operations;
- 5 years progressive business management experience, preferably in a growing facility, including
- Proven leadership ability with a philosophy of collaboration and mentorship to ensure positive
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Excellent ability to manage human and physical resources among competing programs,
- A selfdirected attitude towards learning, problemsolving, rigorous research and integrating
- A high standard of ethical behaviour.
The Ferguson Tree Nursery offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience. In addition, our benefits program includes:
- 3 weeks of paid holidays per year
- RSP matching program
- Subscription drug and allied health professional coverage (i.e. chiropractor, physio, naturopath,
- Annual clothing allowance
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