Gardener (School)

Job Scope

. Basic maintenance of planted and potted plants, including those at the corridor planters, such as watering, pruning, fertilising, mulching, weeding, etc.

. Taking care of seedlings for transplanting into potted plants in the school premises.

. Carrying out plant transplanting as and when required for potted plants to be used indoor and outdoor.

. Monitoring the health of all potted plants.

. Troubleshooting and replacing batteries or minor components in automatic irrigation systems.

. Dealing with possible pest problems that could damage planted and potted plants and seedlings.

. Advise and support the planning and upkeep of the herb garden, fruit garden, and other thematic gardens to ensure plant suitability and sustainability.

. Maintain the school's aquaponics system, including preparing grow beds, planting suitable crops, and monitoring plant growth.

. Undertake any other gardening related duties assigned by School Management.

Qualifications

. Candidate should preferably have relevant certificates in Horticulture, Landscape Maintenance, Urban Farming, or related fields in gardening.

Experience

. Preferably at least 3 years of gardening experience in growing flowers and herbs in commercial setting e.g. in offices, school.

. Gardening experience in a school environment would be an advantage.

Contract Period: From 17 August 2026 to 31 December 2026.

.Option to Extend: Extend the Contract for a further period of one year from Jan 2027 to Dec 2027

Work Timing:

. Monday to Thursday: 7:00am to 4.30 pm, inclusive of 1hr lunch break

. Friday: 7:00am to 4:00pm, inclusive of 1hr lunch break

. Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays