Horticulturist

Horticulture Manager

Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club has carved out a piece of paradise on the more than 1,200 acres of beautiful rolling hills of Central Florida. Enjoy championship golf and tennis, a world-class equestrian center, luxury living, and more in this one-of-a-kind, gated community. The majestic 77,000-square-foot clubhouse is your gateway to the magnificent amenities designed with you in mind. Welcome to the splendor that is Golden Ocala.

Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club is owned by R+L Carriers, a leader in the trucking industry. Our team at Golden Ocala follows the same core values that were established by our owner in 1965.

Family: Treating customers and employees as an extension of the R+L family.

Service: Serving customers, communities, and our team.

Safety: Relentlessly pursuing a safe and healthy workplace.

Quality: Delivering on our promises and exceeding

Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club is looking for a Horticulturist. This candidate will report to the Director of Grounds and will be responsible for a 30-person Horticulture team. The team consists of 26-person Landscaping & Horticulture team and a 4-person Off-site team. The Horticulturist is responsible for maintaining the Clubhouse grounds, Pool & Spa grounds, Common Areas, undeveloped housing sites as well as several residences and rental units around property.

On a yearly basis, the Landscaping and Horticulture team plants around 200,000 annuals around property. These annuals are grown in house by our production team at our greenhouses. The ability to lead the team with design and install ideas will be essential.

This hands-on management position requires a positive attitude and a strong work ethic. It is Full-Time with great benefits and a salary based on experience.

What You'll Do

Leadership: Supervise, train, and motivate landscaping staff, providing clear instructions and guidance to ensure optimal performance.

Project Management: Plan, schedule, and oversee landscaping projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standard.

Horticulture Management: Utilize a strong understanding of plant species and their care to maintain and improve the aesthetic quality of the landscape.

Maintenance Oversight: Oversee general landscape maintenance, including mowing, trimming, planting, weeding, and mulching.

Irrigation Management: Monitor and manage irrigation systems, ensuring efficient water usage and healthy plant growth.

Landscape Design: Work with the team to develop and implement landscape design plans that enhance property aesthetics and functionality.

Equipment Management: Manage the use and maintenance of landscaping equipment, ensuring proper use and safety standards are met.

Safety and Compliance: Enforce safety protocols and adhere to industry standards to protect the crew, clients, and properties.