Forest Management Foreman (Biochar Team), Flora Conservation
Kadoorie Farm & Botanic Garden Corporation
- Hong Kong
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Undertake restoration works including but not limited to plant surveys, seed collection, weeding, tree planting, direct seeding, pruning and thinning of trees; and
- Operate horticultural and arboricultural equipment such as chainsaw, strimmer, and so on.
- Recycle wood debris in KFBG, by assisting the Special Machinery Operator to operate machinery including woodchipper, wood log splitter, forklift truck, grab-mounted lorry, biochar machine and bobcat (for all of which on-job training can be provided); and
- Assist in the repair and maintenance of all the above-mentioned machinery.
- Assist the team leader with tender preparation;
- Supervise contractors to perform their duties to the stipulated standard; and
- Oversee contractors’ works to ensure they are in line with safety standards and appropriate procedures.
- Participate in activities arranged by KFBG with the intention of developing organisational culture;
- Help tidy up the site, especially fallen trees and branches, after typhoon and heavy rainfall;
- Serve as a standby driver for FLO (if in possession of suitable driver’s license); and
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
- Commitment to the mission, vision and values of KFBGC;
- At least one year’s hands-on experience in landscaping work and supervision of contractors;
- Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills;
- Good team player, competent with planning and leadership;
- Familiar with horticultural and arboricultural techniques
- Ideally able to use equipment such as chainsaw, strimmer, etc., and competent in basic machinery repair;
- Valid Hong Kong driving license (class 1 and 2) preferred; and
- Physically fit for regular physically demanding tasks.
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