Assistant Curator of Horticulture

Richmond Country Club
Assistant Horticulturist - Golf Course Maintenance

Job Type : Seasonal (August - Nov) | Full-Time | On-Site | Pay: $23 - $26 per hour

About the Richmond Country Club and the Horticulture Program
We are looking for enthusiastic and authentic individuals to join our progressive Greens Department and Horticulture Program. RCC offers fun, lively shifts in a beautiful and social environment where your teamwork and professionalism will make a meaningful difference to our members and colleagues. RCCs innovative and professional program includes a Farm to Table vegetable garden and perennial plant program that enhance the member experience at one of BCs premier golfing venues.

The Assistant Horticulturist, reporting to the Lead Horticulturalist and Assistant Superintendent, are responsible for the daily maintenance and upkeep of RCC's gardens and vegetable garden. This is a hands-on, outdoor role requiring physical stamina and a strong work ethic. Assist with planning, ordering, and maintaining plant materials, flowers, and horticultural supplies.
Maintaining and caring for all flower beds, hanging baskets, and landscaped areas through planting, weeding, pruning, mulching, and soil preparation.
Monitor plant health and assist with the identification and control of plant pests and diseases.
Support the design, installation, and improvement of landscaped areas across the golf course and clubhouse grounds.
Assist with seasonal planting programs and small landscape improvement projects.
Maintain accurate daily records related to horticultural activities and plant care.
Operate landscaping equipment such as blowers, mowers, trimmers, and edgers safely and effectively.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and assist with general grounds upkeep.
Assist the turf care team and perform general labour duties related to horticulture and grounds maintenance as required.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
A background, training, or interest in horticulture. Previous gardening, landscaping, or groundskeeping experience preferred (but willing to train the right candidate).

• Having previous golf course or nursery experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of West Coast Plant ID is an asset.
• Irrigation system knowledge is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work.

Able to communicate clearly with management and staff.
Hours of Work: 30-40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
General Shift Timings : Early morning, starting between 5-7am until 1-3pm (based on daylight).
On-site only, outdoors.
No public transportation is available to the shop. Personal cars will have free parking available.
Work permit/visa/ ability to work in Canada is mandatory.
If you're physically fit, enjoy outdoor work, and take pride in creating well-maintained gardens and landscapes, we want to hear from you!

Comprehensive Health Benefits Plan- including Life Insurance, AD&D, Extended Health and Dental (subject to length of service)
On-site free parking
Recognition: RCC prides itself on recognizing our employees in creative ways
Career growth and training opportunities
Team building events with the Golf Course team

Since 1958, the RCCs core principle has been that no member would be denied admission because of their race, color, or creed, holding the spirit of inclusion as our core value.