Environmental Education Eco-Gardener(Indoor-8:00am to 12:00pm)

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Maintain the school’s green spaces and urban farming facilities, including the library planter, grow towers, Ecogarden and hydroponics system.

Perform watering, pruning, staking, fertilising, mulching, edging and weeding.

Monitor plant health and manage pest and fungal problems using appropriate organic treatments.

Conduct routine inspections and minor repairs of gardening facilities.

Maintain gardening equipment, stores and inventory.

Provide horticultural advice to the Teacher-in-Charge when required.

CCA & Project Work Support:

Assist teachers during Environmental Club and Primary 4 & 5 Environmental Education sessions.

Guide students in sowing, germination, transplanting and harvesting activities.

Prepare materials and equipment for practical lessons.

Monitor seedlings and vegetables for healthy growth, pest infestation and fungal issues.

Maintain cleanliness of urban farming areas and prevent drainage blockages.

Operate and perform basic troubleshooting of hydroponic systems, including topping up water, nutrients and managing system temperature.

Required Skills & Experience:

Knowledge of gardening, pruning, irrigation, soil management and plant propagation.

Experience in cultivating fruit, vegetables, trees and shrubs.

Ability to safely handle organic pesticides, herbicides and fertilisers.

Basic knowledge of hydroponic system operation and maintenance.

Preferred Experience:

Prior experience in horticulture, gardening or urban farming, preferably in a school environment.

Experience working with or supporting children in an educational setting.

Working hours:

·      Mondays to Fridays: 8:00am to 12:00pm

·      Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazette public holidays