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(369639)
Job title:
Deputy General Manager
Job location:
Grand Cayman, Grand Cayman Cayman Islands
Requisition code:
Po Box 203 North Side
Date posted:
01/10/12
Job type:
Contract
Compensation:
Job Classification
Job Category:
Botanical Gardens
Location:
International
Job Description
Job description:
The Tourism Attraction Board
invites applications for the following position:
Deputy General Manager
Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park
Job Summary:
The successful applicant will report to the General Manager of the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park and will be responsible for the management of the gardens, nursery and related outdoor facilities. In addition, the post holder will work closely with the General Manager to ensure that the Botanic Park is achieving its mission and financial objectives as established by the Tourism Attraction Board.
Responsibilities include:
• Supervises the daily work of gardeners within the gardens, nursery and woodland preserve to ensure the plant collections are maintained to the highest horticultural standards.
• Provides professional advice on selection, ordering planting and maintenance of plants. This will at times involve conducting research related to plants for the gardens and nursery.
• Plans and designs gardens and maintain accurate records detailing procedures conducted in the gardens, chemicals used, plants planted and removed, plant performance etc.
• Generates ideas for improving the revenue generating capacity of the nursery. This includes assessing the marketability of various products as well as developing business plans and strategies to maximize revenues.
• Develops and implements the production and maintenance schedules for all the potted plants and plant collections in the nursery and throughout the Botanic Park to ensure all of the plants receive the specialized care that is required.
• Trains staff in proper horticultural techniques and safety procedures.
• Purchases supplies, equipment and tools necessary for use in the gardens, nursery and woodland preserve.
Salary Range: CI$55,128 - 62,364 per annum (Cayman Islands Dollars)
Applications are available at:
Tourism Attraction Board
Suite 203, Crighton Bldg, Crewe Rd.
P.O. Box 31783 SMB
Grand Cayman KY1-1207
Tel: 949 6999
Website: www.tab.ky
Deadline for Receipt of Applications: February 3, 2012
Job Requirements
Education, training, experience:
Qualifications & Requirements
• The successful applicant must possess a BSc Degree in Horticulture, Botany, Plant Science or other closely related field, and/or a 3-4 year Diploma from a recognized college or horticultural institution.
• The successful candidate must have 5 years experience in supervising landscaping maintenance crews, or working in a plant nursery; and/or experience working in a Botanical Garden or Public Garden facility.
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• The post holder must also have extensive knowledge of standard horticultural techniques; including but not limited to insect and disease identification and control, pruning, fertilization, planting, tree care, turf management, irrigation systems and watering programs.
• The post holder must be computer literate with proficiency in MS Office applications and have good organizational skills.
• The post holder must have knowledge of marketing techniques and be able to produce business proposals.
• Must be a creative team player with the ability to inspire, motivate and work collaboratively; flexibility and a positive attitude required.
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