Landscape Supervisor

**Kangaroo Contracting (Landscape Division) is hiring a Supervisor for our Nanaimo Team**

Are you a natural leader with a passion for landscaping and team management? We're looking for a Supervisor to oversee our team and help maintain our high standards of quality and efficiency.

**Job Requirements**:

- **VALID Class 5 Driver’s License**:

- **Reliable transportation** to and from the office/yard
- **A working cell phone** with a plan (for communication during shifts)
- **Clean criminal record check**:

- Physically capable of working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Must wear appropriate safety clothing, including steel-toe boots and a safety vest
- Must be able to lift, carry, and push equipment and materials such as lawn clippings
- **Sober and smoke-free while on shift** (includes marijuana and vaping)
- **Proficient in operating small machines** such as gas lawn mowers, weed whackers, and leaf blowers
- Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and pride in delivering quality work
- **Proven leadership skills**, with the ability to delegate tasks, manage priorities, and foster a positive team environment
- **Experience in landscaping or related fields** preferred
- Ability to follow work schedules, meet deadlines, and provide updates to management

**Supervisor Responsibilities**:

- Lead and supervise a team in performing landscaping tasks efficiently and professionally
- Organization, must be able to communicate with clients and organize tasks within the weekly schedule.
- Delegation, must be able to delegate tasks and see that they are completed.
- Ensure daily work tasks are completed on schedule and meet company standards
- Perform routine landscaping duties including:

- Lawn mowing, edging, weed whacking, garden bed maintenance, top dressing, pruning, fertilizing, weeding, yard waste hauling, and irrigation work
- Train and mentor team members to improve skills and productivity
- Monitor job site safety and ensure adherence to safety protocols
- Maintain communication with the Lead Hand and management regarding progress, challenges, and successes
- Speed, landscape maintenance requires a fast paced team to complete the job and requires a strong leader to set an example for the junior crew members.

**Irrigation Responsibilities**:

- Please Note All large properties we look after are taken care of by a irrigation company we only look after the smaller systems, However we do monitor the systems.
- Oversee and assist with irrigation system start-up at the beginning of the season, including testing and troubleshooting systems for leaks, functionality, and coverage
- Perform seasonal maintenance and adjustments to ensure proper watering throughout the season
- Coordinate and execute the shut-down of irrigation systems at the end of the season, including draining and winterizing pipes to prevent damage
- Diagnose and repair irrigation system issues as they arise
- Train team members on proper irrigation techniques and system handling

**Job Details**:

- **Job Type**: Full-Time
- **Salary**: $28.00 - $32.00/hr (based on experience, leadership skills, work ethic, and productivity)
- **Schedule**: 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
- **Work Locations**: Commercial and residential sites across Parksville to Chemainus, BC. Supervisors must arrive at the company lay down yard and ride in the work truck to designated job sites.

**Why Join Us?**

At Kangaroo Contracting, we value our team members and provide a supportive work environment where you can thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in landscaping and take on a leadership role within a reputable company.

**How to Apply**:
Submit your resume with **reliable references** (references will be contacted). We look forward to having you on our team

**Start Date**:Monday February 24th, 2025

Pay: $28.00-$32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you currently live in the Nanaimo area (Ladysmith-Parksville)?
- Do you have experience towing a trailer?
- Do you have first aid training?
- Are you currently employed?
- Do you have a Landscape Horticulture Certificate?

**Experience**:

- Management: 2 years (required)
- Landscape maintenance: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person