The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Kingston is seeking with effect 1st September 2025.
GARDENER - for a fixed term of 12 months (40 hours/week),
with the possibility of an extension.
We are looking for an experienced, forward-thinking gardener to join our team. The ideal candidate for this position will have at least several years experience to maintain the beauty of plants, outdoor grounds, and trees on the Embassy's premises.
Duties and Responsibilities include (but are hot limited to):
- Plant and maintain seasonal plants
- Mow, trim and fertilize green spaces
- Mulch, edge and weed gardens
- Prune, trim trees and bushes
- Maintain all gardening equipment and machinery, like mowers, trimmers and leaf blowers
- Monitor and maintain the health of plants
- Deal with pest problems that could damage plants
- Keep gardens and green spaces clear of debris and litter
- Clean gutters
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Experience as a gardener (minimum seven (7) years)
- Extensive knowledge of regional plant life
- The ability to lift heavy objects
- A high school diploma
- Good communication and organization skills
- Excellent knowledge of English Language
- Ability to communicate and work in a team, positive team spirit, diligence and reliability, honesty and discretion
- Jamaican national or national with already valid work and residence permits for Jamaica
- Familiarity with landscaping design an asset
- Knowledge of local pests and how to eliminate them an asset
- Knowledge of synthetic and natural fertilizers an asset
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations for landscaping an asset
Please send your written application along with additional documents (cover letter stating your motivation, CV, copies of diploma/certificates, employment references/recommendations, if applicable copy of passport/work permit) the latest by July 30, 2025 as a pdf file by email only to the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany: info@kingston.diplo.de
All applicants are subject to a health check and an internal security clearance check before being hired.
The German Embassy quarantines equal treatment of applications from all genders. Application from appropriately qualified women are particularly welcome.
Incomplete or false applications will not be considered and documentation provided will be returned
A confirmation of receipt of your application cannot be provided. Only shortlisted candidates will contacted by the Embassy.
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