Horticulturist

Royal Caribbean International is hiring a Horticulturist in the Philippines, responsible for the care and maintenance of plants in public areas and open decks on the vessel. The role requires a degree in horticulture and 2-3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include ensuring plant health, conducting inventory checks, and meeting USPH standards. The position is full-time with a salary range of ₱400K–₱600K per year.
Horticulturist

Position Summary:
• Responsible for the care and appearance of Public Areas and Open Decks of all life and artificial plants, trees, and flowers throughout the vessel.
• Primarily responsible for the appearance, care, and maintenance of all plants in Public Areas, Open Decks, and Suites. Also responsible for the care and maintenance of all other life and artificial plants on board the vessel.
• Conducts workstation spot checks to ensure items are correctly stored to minimize deterioration and waste.
• Each shipboard employee may be required to perform all functions in various service venues and throughout the ship.
• Responsible for meeting all USPH standards within Public Areas and Open Decks (inclusive of IPM) at all times.
• Is aware of, and/or acquires the necessary knowledge to comply with the ship’s standard operating procedures, in order to assist guests and crew members with inquiries.
• Responsible for the inventory, condition, and ordering of all tools used in Public Areas and Open Decks as well as ship-wide plant maintenance (lawn not included).

Hiring Requirements:
• Degree in Botany, Horticulture, Arboriculture, or Ornamental Horticulture.
• Two to three years of plant care experience in a 4 or 5-star hotel or other high-profile public venue with interior landscape garden.
• Thorough knowledge of horticultural requirements of ornamental plants including the safe use and application of insecticides and fertilizers.
• Knowledge and familiarity with Integrated Pest Management methods and procedures.