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Nursery and Greenhouse Operators and Managers  (NOC 8254)
Montréal Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Nursery and greenhouse operators and managers plan, organize, direct and control the activities of nursery and greenhouse staff who grow and market trees, shrubs, flowers and plants.

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Nursery and greenhouse operators and managers perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Plan, organize, direct and control the operations of nurseries and greenhouses
  • Establish the environmental conditions required to grow trees, shrubs, flowers and plants, and design planting and care schedules accordingly
  • Determine type and quantity of stock to grow
  • Supervise staff in planting, transplanting, feeding and spraying stock
  • Identify and control insect, disease and weed problems
  • Develop marketing plans
  • Provide information to customers on gardening and on the care of trees, shrubs, flowers, plants and lawns
  • Order materials such as fertilizer, garden and lawn care equipment, and other nursery and greenhouse related accessories
  • Hire and supervise staff, oversee training and set work schedules
  • Maintain records on stock, finances and personnel.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Montréal, L'Île-Bizard

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Education & Job Requirements for Nursery and Greenhouse Operators and Managers in Montréal Region

Education and job requirements can vary by region. Workers in regulated occupations require a licence to work legally. Workers in non-regulated occupations do not require a licence, but employers may have other certification requirements.

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