Head Gardener

Head Gardener

The focus of this role is the displaying of plants / garden material to a high aesthetic level throughout the Hotel and Golf Course including preparing a design and planting schedule for all areas.

Salary Range: $65000 - $70000 gross annually based on previous experience and education

This is a full-time permanent position beginning in March 2026.

Job Duties Include:

• Responsible for the ordering of plant/garden material and tools from various suppliers
• Planning schedule for Summer and Spring planting
• Conduct the training coaching and supervision of the Gardening team.
• Assist in maximizing the productivity and consistency of the Gardening Team
• Schedule Gardening Team in accordance with budgeted Labor levels
• Assist the Golf Superintendent to communicate any and all Corporate Hotel Divisional and Departmental initiatives and standards through individual and team meetings and interactions
• Become the benchmark for your team by leading by example rewarding and motivating your team and developing them into future leaders of the Gardening Industry and/or Fairmont Hotels & Resorts.
• Liaise with Golf Superintendent and Golf Course team
• Snow Removal duties throughout the Winter seasons

Qualifications :

• 1-3 years of experience in a Gardening / Horticultural position
• Previous experience Supervising/Managing a team of colleagues
• A valid BC Drivers license with a clean record is required
• Diploma in a recognized Horticultural program is an asset
• Experience in a large complex garden facility is an asset

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided
• Complimentary meal in our staff cafeteria per shift
• Access to our Employee Travel Program with discounts on room rates and food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties worldwide
• Hotel leisure benefits including Golf/Ski passes

Additional Information :

Visa Requirements: To progress with your application you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time