Horticulturist/admin Team Leader

Who We Are:
As a
**Best Managed Company** celebrating 100 years in business, we foster career opportunities for success. With a family-based culture, we grow through collaboration, innovation, and open communication. At Sifton, we build outstanding communities where people live, work and play. Every day, we go out of our way to hire our next great team member.

RiverBend Golf Community is owned and operated by Sifton Properties Ltd. and is comprised of 400+ professionally maintained residential properties, exquisite Clubhouse, and an incredible 18-hole championship golf course that rests in the heart of the community.

We are looking for a
**Horticulturalist/Admin Team Leader** to join our RiverBend team The
**Horticulturist**, will lead a team of gardeners to complete regular garden maintenance throughout the community. They will be responsible for environmental initiatives to maintain RiverBend Golf Community’s status as an environmental leader. They will also support the Grounds Department with all aspects of administration responsibilities.

Join our team and build a career you’re proud of.

About the Role:

- Maintain and enhance environmental programs within the community through participation in the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program, IPM Accreditation Program and the research of other Green initiatives.
- Planning, scheduling, supervision and follow up of all garden maintenance programs and staff.
- Create outreach and education programs to enhance environmental stewardship awareness.
- Participate in the design, installation and renovation of community gardens.
- Maintain files and assist with seasonal onboarding planning, paperwork and scheduling. Coordinate office activities such as scanning, filing, invoicing/billing and handling expenses for the operations of the business as required.
- Design flower beds, cultivate shrubs and flowers, trim and prune hedges and shrubs using horticulturally sound practices.
- Instruct and train grounds/garden staff in routine maintenance of ornamental plantings and landscaped areas.
- Complete weed spraying programs using Class 9+11 pesticides and maintain records in accordance with the Ministry of Environment guidelines and requirements.
- Participate in health and safety and environmental initiatives.
- Maintain respectful approach to residents, golf members, guests and co-workers, interacting with others in a courteous and helpful manner at all times.

Experience & Qualifications:

- Possess a Degree/Diploma from a recognized Horticulture Program, or a minimum of 5 years’ industry experience.
- Customer oriented with the ability to provide exceptional customer experience.
- Ability to work within a team environment, strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of the characteristics, growth habit and proper cultivation of a wide selection of flowering bulbs and annual, biennial and perennial plant materials, including both herbaceous and woody plants.
- Knowledge of relevant computer programs and software. Good skill levels in Excel, Word, as well as relevant landscape programing i.e. Dyna Scape.
- Ability to operate mechanical snow removal equipment as required.
- Dependable transportation and ability to report for flexible work schedules.
- Be willing and able to perform physical job functions in all weather conditions.

What We Can Offer You:

- We’ll set you up for success by providing in-depth training with your team and mentors, working in partnership with our leadership team.
- You’ll enjoy special events, celebrations, and unique perks, specific to your role and work environment, that reinforce our commitment to creating a wonderful employee experience.
- Our unique rewards and recognition programs are designed to celebrate you, your contributions and promote your success.
- Our Employee Assistance Program is available for your everyday needs.

AODA Statement:
At Sifton Properties Limited, we are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their full potential. Further, your well-being and safety are important to us. We prioritize work-life balance and offer strong health and safety programs, including required COVID vaccination for all roles, to support our employees, families, and the larger communities we serve.

Sifton Properties would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.