Garden Assistant; Casual Job Calgary area,Alberta Canada,Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care

Position: Garden Assistant (Casual)

THE ROLE

Key Accountabilities

Demonstrate, promote and advocate the Wing Kei vision, mission and core values

Help design and plan simple, esthetically pleasing, and inviting flower and small vegetable garden spaces that are budget-conscious and feasible for volunteers to maintain

Consult with management and landscapers on establishing a low-maintenance garden at Wing Kei Highland Park (opening August 2026)

Collaborate with the Volunteer Coordinator, Manager and Community Relations team to request plant and garden supply donations from the community in early spring

Train, coordinate, and supervise groups of dedicated garden volunteers for planting, watering, weeding, pruning, and end of season harvesting and clean up (volunteer recruitment handled by the Volunteer Coordinator)

Communicate garden plans, materials, manpower and budget needs to the Volunteer Coordinator and Manager. Recommend support requirements from the Facilities team or from landscaping contractors

Performs other related duties as assigned

THE INDIVIDUAL WHO WILL SUCCEED

• Minimum 3 years of gardening or landscaping experience.

• A detail-oriented and enthusiastic individual.

• Has good interpersonal skills and enjoys working in a team.

• Enjoys building rapport and connecting with a diverse audience.

Benefits:

This is a benefit non-eligible position

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