Lead Horticulturist – Garden Maintenance

at  Costa Verde Contracting

POSITION: MAINTENANCE DIVISION HORTICULTURAL CREW LEAD

MISSION: The mission of the Maintenance Division Horticultural Lead at Costa Verde is to ensure the seamless execution of our premium garden maintenance contracts with precision and care.
As a trusted expert, the Horticultural Lead inspires and mentors the team, fostering growth and skill development while delivering exceptional knowledge and service that delights our clients and sets Costa Verde apart.
WHO ARE WE AFTER?:The Maintenance Division Horticultural Lead is a seasoned horticulturalist with a genuine passion for gardening and a deep well of industry expertise. They are committed to delivering exceptional service and can balance the practical realities of managing maintenance contracts at scale with efficiency and care.
As an approachable leader, they are excited about bringing out the best in their team, mentoring and training staff at all skill levels to foster professional growth and shared success. Their enthusiasm for the craft creates a positive and supportive work environment where both plants and people flourish.
This individual appreciates opportunities to showcase their talent and creativity while at the same time they value stability and a role that prioritizes work-life balance, ensuring their passion for gardening remains a fulfilling part of their life.
They love staying hands-on in gardens and take pride in maintaining beautiful landscapes, sharing their knowledge, and ensuring every client feels delighted by the results.
If this sounds like you, then see what it is like working at Costa Verde… .

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 4 years of professional gardening experience.
• Horticultural education or Real Seal certification is an asset
• Strong Plant ID knowledge is a must!
• Pesticide Applicators Ticket is an asset.
• Some Integrated Pest Management knowledge and understanding.
• Strong knowledge and experience with landscape maintenance equipment
• Strong understanding of safety regulations, including safe handling of equipment, safe worksite practices, and proper PPE (personal protective equipment).
• Certification in first aid is an asset.
• Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Smart phone with data.
• Proven ability to effectively delegate tasks, manage tight timelines, and ensure work is being done efficiently.
• Strong communication skills
  We are super inclusive and enjoyable to work with. Whether you are new to the city, maybe looking to branch out from your current role, or looking to take the next step in your career, we would love the opportunity to chat! We like to invest in our staff and we want your time at Costa Verde to act as a launching pad to further your career! We also want you to have fun while you are doing it!
  APPLICATION: Thank you for taking the time to read our posting. If you are interested in the position please email your resume to benini@costa-verde and let us know why you would make a good fit.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: $26.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Tuition reimbursement

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Victoria, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Gardening: 4 years (required)

Work Location: In perso

SHAPE LANDSCAPES, INSPIRE OTHERS, AND LOVE WHAT YOU DO — JOIN COSTA VERDE AS OUR HORTICULTURAL LEAD!

COMPANY: Since 2007, Costa Verde has become one of Victoria’s leading gardening and landscaping businesses. We pride ourselves on our fun and social workplace culture and wealth of opportunities for staff to learn new skills and progress their career. We create amazing garden spaces for our customers and have a great time doing it!

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Professionally represent the Costa Verde brand and promote a strong company culture.
• Efficiently perform daily maintenance tasks, including pruning, weeding, trimming, etc…
• Successfully operate all required tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Ensure tools and equipment are fully operational by performing regular preventative maintenance.
• Keep company vehicles presentable at all times.
• Oversee our premium landscape maintenance contracts
• Lead and oversee our horticultural crew by setting clear daily expectations, delegating tasks effectively, and ensuring quality standards are met through regular checks.
• Enforce safety standards at all times and keep crew informed of ongoing hazards.- Meet weekly production targets set by the Division Manager, helping keep jobs on time and on budget
  -Proactively create opportunities during project execution to provide crew training, enhancing productivity and ensuring quality work.
• Go beyond routine site duties to proactively manage contracts, including identifying opportunities, implementing improvements, and delivering exceptional client value.
• Consistently complete administrative responsibilities and and assist the Division Manager in ensuring the crew adheres to the same responsibilities.
• Administers Seasonal Horticultural Assessments for Costa Verde maintenance contracts
• Supports Division Field Manager in organizing in-house training opportunities for staff.