ESTATE SUPERVISOR (HORTICULTURE SUPERVISOR)

Rosetta Hospitality is seeking an Estate Supervisor (Horticulture Supervisor) in Hassan, Karnataka, India. The role involves planning and coordinating horticultural activities, supervising staff, managing budgets, and ensuring plant care and maintenance. Key qualifications include a degree in horticulture or related fields and 2-3 years of experience in horticulture or landscaping. Strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of safety regulations are essential.
Core Responsibilities
• Planning and Coordination:
• Develop and implement work schedules for horticultural staff.
• Plan planting, pruning, irrigation, and fertilization schedules.
• Coordinate with clients, managers, or stakeholders to meet project goals.
• Plant Care and Maintenance:
• Supervise the planting, watering, fertilizing, pruning, and pest control of plants, shrubs, and trees.
• Monitor plant health and diagnose issues like diseases or pest infestations.
• Ensure proper maintenance of lawns, gardens, greenhouses, or nursery areas.
• Team Supervision:
• Train, guide, and supervise horticultural workers or gardeners.
• Assign tasks and ensure quality standards are met.
• Monitor and evaluate team performance, providing feedback or additional training as needed.
• Equipment and Resource Management:
• Oversee the use, maintenance, and repair of tools, machinery, and irrigation systems.
• Ensure proper storage and inventory of horticultural supplies like fertilizers, pesticides, and seeds.
• Health and Safety:
• Implement safety protocols to protect workers and visitors.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and workplace safety standards.
• Educate staff on safe handling of chemicals and equipment.
• Budget and Record Keeping:
• Manage budgets for horticultural projects or operations.
• Maintain accurate records of planting schedules, inventory, and maintenance activities.
• Prepare reports on project progress or operational performance.
• Design and Innovation:
• Contribute to landscape or garden design projects.
• Introduce innovative techniques or sustainable practices to improve productivity and environmental impact.
• Customer and Public Interaction:
• Communicate with clients, community members, or visitors about horticultural projects.
• Provide guidance on plant care or landscaping techniques.
• Organize workshops, events, or tours (in public gardens or educational settings).

Key Skills And Qualifications
• Strong knowledge of horticulture, plant science, and pest management.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to use and maintain horticultural tools and machinery.
• Familiarity with safety and environmental regulations.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Basic knowledge of budgeting and project management.

This role often requires a degree or diploma in horticulture, agriculture, or a related field, along with practical experience in plant care or landscaping.

Job Specification

Educational Qualifications:
• Essential:
• Diploma or degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Botany, or a related field.
• Preferred:
• Certifications in landscaping, pest management, or sustainable horticulture practices.

Experience
• Essential:
• Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience in horticulture, landscaping, or nursery management.
• Proven experience in supervising teams and managing horticultural projects.
• Preferred:
• Experience with large-scale landscaping projects, botanical gardens, or greenhouse operations.

Technical Skills
• Knowledge of:
• Plant biology, pest control, and soil science.
• Propagation techniques, pruning, irrigation, and fertilization methods.
• Safe handling and application of chemicals like fertilizers and pesticides.
• Familiarity with:
• Use and maintenance of horticultural tools and equipment.
• Sustainable and eco-friendly gardening practices.
• Ability to:
• Diagnose plant diseases and recommend treatments.
• Create and implement planting schedules.

Soft Skills
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with staff, clients, and stakeholders.
• Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.

Physical Requirements
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Physical stamina for tasks such as lifting, digging, or standing for extended periods.
• Comfort with operating heavy machinery or tools (e.g., mowers, trimmers).