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The Team

Global Banking and Markets Engineering (GBME) is the fast-moving, award-winning technology engine that powers Scotiabank’s Corporate, Investment Banking and Capital Markets businesses.

The Role

GBME is searching for Associate Software Engineers who are continuous learners and are eager to boost capabilities of capital markets products and analytics platforms.

The successful candidate will have a strong technical and engineering mindset.  You will work closely with business teams and cross functional engineering leaders to develop and implement market leading solutions for the various projects within GBME.  

About the Job 

Do you thrive when faced with challenges? Like using fresh technologies to solve problems? Looking to work in various projects across the organization, collaborating with great teams and inspiring leaders? Then this is the right team for you!  In this exciting role, you’ll apply your analytical skills to design and develop applications that deliver excellence, effectiveness, and value to our business partners and customers.

In partnership with peer engineers, business partners, and the various GBME teams, you will:

• Work closely with end users, and business teams to understand business needs, conduct gap analysis and requirements assessments as needed
• Partner with Architecture on the design and integration
• Deliver and enhance new and current solutions and applications
• Be involved in the full life cycle of a project, responsible for producing actionable and complete specifications, writing production quality code, and implementation
• Design, deliver and implement a database schema
• Design test sets and automate where possible, including functional and non functional testing, regression testing as well as performance testing
• Write deployment scripts and leverage tools such as the Accelerator pipeline to promote code.
• Support the solution in production
• Improve the end user experience by finding scalable solutions and addressing complex ad hoc queries.
• Effectively communicate with technical and non-technical audiences
• Able to work with and refactor legacy code (as needed).

You are passionate about developing applications that are reusable, efficient, and scalable, working in an innovated cross functional team environment.

Technical Qualifications

• Experience with 1 or more modern development languages (Python, Java, etc.)
• 1+ years’ experience developing, deploying, and maintaining applications
• Knowledge of relational and non relational databases, experience reading, writing, and running SQL scripts
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering or relevant experience.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Work as a contributing member of a team.
• Values quality, while still managing expectations and deliverables.
• Open to ideas and gives and receives feedback well.
• Wants to understand financial market.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of Test-Driven Development methodology
• Understanding of automated deployment, networking protocols and security principles

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans. 
• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences everyone brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove, and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements. 
• Remote-friendly work environment will provide you with the flexibility to perform at your best. 
• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.   
• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.
• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, cooking with friends, Humans of Digital and much more! 

What you'll be doing...

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support for Senior Management (VPs). As a member of the Campus Operations team, you are responsible for contributing to the overall success of the unit by providing a high level of professional administrative and service support to our campus and branch partners while adhering to Bank security and operational procedures and policies. You are responsible for contributing to the provision of human, straightforward and knowledgeable service through your daily interactions to foster a relationship of mutual trust and confidence with partners and other team members. Flexibility is key in a constantly changing environment (procedural and automated systems).

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will: 

1. Contribute to the overall business objectives of the Global Operations Senior Management Officers by: 

•  Establishing and co-coordinating calendars;
•  Arranging /scheduling appointments on behalf of the officer;
•  Anticipating scheduling conflicts / problems and providing alternatives;
•  Establishing and maintaining a BF system;
•  Providing receptionist support by receiving / screening / referring incoming calls / visitors using a high degree of discretion;
•  Acting on email, in-person or online requests received in the senior officer’s absence, or seek guidance, as required;
• Booking conference rooms / meeting rooms / arranging for catering services;
• Coordinate meetings, townhalls, and other events by preparing agenda items, helping with presentations, taking meeting minutes and sending recap emails, as requested by the VPs;
• Booking travel arrangements;
• Reconciling and processing expenses and budgeting on behalf of the VP and the leadership team, as required;
• Support onboarding and offboarding activities on behalf of the VPs
• Coordinate on/offsite meetings, team-initiated engagement events;
• Arranging for or making urgent deliveries of documents / packages
• Ensuring sorting / processing of incoming/outgoing mail;
• Support other GO VPs or higher when their Administrative Assistants or Executive Assistants are absent, on a planned and unplanned basis such as vacancies, vacations, or sudden absences;

2. Ensuring service provided to partners is of the highest quality by ensuring that all service level commitments to customers are met or exceeded by:

• Taking full responsibility for all partner enquiries/concerns/complaints directed to him/her by resolving those matters within his/her discretion, to the partners’ satisfaction or by referring the partner to the appropriate resource
• The incumbent works closely with BNS staff and outside vendors to ensure services rendered meets the established requirements and schedules
• Provide feedback and processing improvement to the Senior Manager Campus Operations.

3. Participate in the efficiency in all processes and functions performed in the department through ongoing review of new and existing processes:

• Verifying telephone bills/expense statements
• Ordering and managing stationery
• Gathering statistical information, presenting in organized formats, and conducting simple analysis
• Preparing and submitting reports
• Maintaining contact lists and employee information, as requested by the VPs.

4. Foster positive work environment by promoting, participating, and supporting team engagement events.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role?  We'd love to work with you if you have: 

• College or University Diploma, or relevant experience required
• Demonstrated organizational skills with a keen attention to details and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong Word, Excel and PowerPoint Skills required.
• High level of discretion required when dealing with confidential matters
• Passionate about building and fostering relationships, while providing great customer service
• Minimum 6+ months of experience in a related administrative role requiring multiple calendar management, including one or more Leader
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a strong asset  

Working Conditions

The core hours of operation are scheduled between Monday-Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm. Possibility of 2 days working from home (flexible to VP needs), after 3 months of on-site training. 

Location 

Must be able to travel to the Downtown Toronto and 888 Birchmount Rd,  2201 Eglinton Avenue sites.

As a Technical Lead, you will be joining one of our teams, expanding our banking platform. You will be contributing to the development of world-class digital products and experiences touching millions of Tangerine customers every day. We are looking to fill our team with influencers, makers, creators and leaders who are flexible, curious, adventurous, versatile and responsive and who are ready to roll up their sleeves in a collaborative and productive environment to get things done. By joining our team, you will make an impact on our customers and the banking industry.
 

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

• You dream in code and spend your free time tinkering with new technologies or building apps on the side

• Interested in the impact that financial services technology can have on people’s everyday lives

• Experienced in user-centered design 

• Eager to mentor, teach and share 

• Continuous integration and deployment makes you giddy

• Knowledge of the latest and greatest approaches to Agile Technical Practices

• You enjoy collaborating and working alongside people with different skillsets

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

• University Degree – Computer Science

• You have 7 years or more of software development experience, (conceptualization, design, development and debugging) with 2 years as a technical lead providing hands-on architectural design for software applications.

• Sound technical knowledge with:

• Java, J2EE

• Spring Boot (Micro Services)

• Web Services (REST & SOAP)

• Java Script, Junit, HTML, XSL, XML, Angular 2+

• Cloud development, Site Reliability Engineering

• Expertise with design patterns such as MVVM, MVC, Clean Architecture

• You have experience with unit-testing, code for robustness, usability and improving application performance

• Solid understanding of developing large-scale software applications, considering security and scalability requirements

• You have a proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as GIT

• Strong command in Computer Science concepts (SOLID, etc.)

• Experience in integrating Third Party libraries and SDKs

• Experience building applications that consume web services and HTTP REST interaction with JSON

• Strong problem solving abilities

• Evaluate new technologies and participate in the continuous improvement of applications and systems

• You’re passionate about well-designed products and not afraid to sit with our Design Team to prototype, wireframe, and white-board your ideas 

What's in it for you?

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank. We embrace diversity and provide opportunities for all employee to learn, grow & participate through our various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that span across diverse gender identities, ethnicity, race, age, ability & veterans.

• Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Scotiabank continues to locate, remove and prevent barriers so that we can build a diverse and inclusive environment while meeting accessibility requirements.  

• Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance. 

• Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days and benefits will start on day one.

• Community Engagement - no matter where you choose to work from; we offer opportunities for community engagement & belonging with our various programs such as hackathons, contests, cooking with friends, Humans of Digital and much more!

Work arrangements: Hybrid

#LI-Hybrid

#TangerineAgileSquad

As a cornerstone business within Scotia Wealth Management®, ScotiaMcLeod has earned a reputation for integrity based on service excellence and trusted investment advice. Our advisors and teams pride themselves on exploring innovative approaches to protecting and growing their clients' assets. 

When you join ScotiaMcLeod, you’ll be empowered to deliver Enriched Thinking®, a unique approach that incorporates your client’s thinking, as well as our thinking, to drive results. You’ll work with a team of specialists to deliver a client-centric approach to wealth management, enabling you to consider all the facets of your client’s life, family and business. With a focus on total wealth planning, and wealth specialists to help you deliver on this unique value proposition, you’ll be enabling clients to see not just the big picture, but all the little ones too.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION
 
As an Administrative Associate you will be responsible for contributing to the overall success of one or more Wealth Advisors by ensuring a high level of client service achieved by effective administration and day-to-day trading of their business. 
  
IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU

In the role you will:
 

• Ensure effective client administration by managing all administrative processes and escalations requiring investigation
• Consistently demonstrate high levels of client service by:
  • supporting the advisor in regular reviews of portfolios including entering client trades as directed by the client or Advisor and identifying client needs
  • responding to client inquiries, resolving issues and effecting client transactions in a timely and responsive manner
• Provide marketing assistance by coordinating materials, events, and seminars to increase/identify opportunities to grow assets and/or revenue
• Support the growth of the business by managing tracking reports for Wealth Advisors to review targets, recommendations, and financial plans/concepts  
• Build effective working relationships across various departmental and business line contacts by actively collaborating and sharing knowledge and experience

 
DO YOU HAVE THE SKILLS
 We would love to work with you if you have:
 

• Experience in the securities industry
• Already duly registered as an Investment Representative (IR) with CIRO
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong organizational skills 
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and meet deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Exceptional client service skills

 
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU
 

• At ScotiaMcLeod we help employees build their futures – where they can be themselves, and win together. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion and a performance-oriented culture that includes coaching, learning, and development – there are endless possibilities. At ScotiaMcLeod– you can make an impact. You help make the futures of our 25 million customers happen. You can find your future here.
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers. 
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities– for you and our clients.
• An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity and celebrates success. 
• Learning and Development – free access to Scotia Academy to upskill and develop your skills

As a Customer Experience Associate, you are the face, character and heart of our branches. Scotiabank is a place where we put our customers first, and our priority is to help them achieve their financial goals.

Our Customer Experience Associates are people-centric and  connect with customers in a relatable way. As an essential member of the Canadian Banking Branch network, the focus is to provide exceptional service throughout the customer’s journey by:

• Taking a proactive approach to discovering our customer’s needs and listening to understand what they are asking for
• Processing day to day transactions
• Nurturing rich, long-standing relationships
• Contributing to the Branch’s targets by identifying and fulfilling simple sales opportunities
• Being a technology expert and sharing your knowledge by introducing clients to our mobile banking applications and assisting them to better manage their banking needs

Is this role right for you?  In this role you will:

• Build strong customer relationships and deliver excellent customer service
• Uncover and solve customers’ needs
• Explain complicated concepts simply
• Demonstrate success in a target-based performance environment, as well as contribute positively to a team-oriented work environment
• Demonstrate an eagerness to learn and determination to succeed

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? – We’d love to work with you if you:

• Have proven customer service skills through work or community involvement
• Are willing to assist in a professional, friendly and efficient manner
• Are available to work a flexible schedule
• Are comfortable in simple sales situations
• Have strong technical skills and the ability to promote digital and self-service banking options to our customers

What’s in it for you?

• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers
• A rewarding career path with diverse opportunities for professional development
• Internal training to support your career growth and enhance your skills
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities – for you and our customers
• You can expect to be recognized and rewarded for high-performance. You’ll be supported by leadership through meaningful development conversations that enable faster advancement and internal training to support your growth and development.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package

• Location: Fraserville, Canada

About YouYou’re ambitious and hard-working and see every challenge as an opportunity. You pride yourself on being motivated, strong and a team player, and you have strong organizational and communication skills. You want a job that will maximize your earning potential as well as open doors for the future and prefer to be out in the world rolling up your sleeves than behind a desk all day. 

Your experience may include customer service. This is a great role for people who work successfully with a high degree of independence and have experience dealing with people.

Responsibilities

In this role you will help us get our famous brands to the people who love themall acrossCanada. Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with the primary contacts at each account, acting as a PepsiCo ambassador 
• Providing accurate, timely product deliveries and unloading product as directed by the customer
• Processing invoices and handling daily settlement of accounts 
• Stocking and rotating product in various environments, merchandising to standard at all accounts 
• Building displays and setting up promotional materials such as pricing signs and banners 
• Accurately completing all necessary paperwork 
• Performing all assigned duties in a safe and responsible manner, while in compliance with all laws and transportation regulations 

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• You have excellent people skills and know how to work with customers 
• You have a High School Diploma, Professional Studies Diploma or Equivalence   
• You must have a valid AZ driver’s license in good standing with a safe driving record 
• You’re physically fit 
• You are self-motivated and can work under minimal supervision

Additional skills you may have (not required, these are assets) 

• Flexibility to work extended hours and overtime 
• Ability to drive manual transmission

Physical demands and working conditions:

• You can lift/carry large loads up to 50 lbs repetitively throughout an 8-10 hour day 
• You can maneuver large loads by hand and with use of various aides, requiring a wide range of physical agility, flexibility, and strength 
• You will be exposed to a variety of weather and temperature ranges, and you will safely operate the equipment during poor road and driving conditions 

What you can expect from us:

• A working environment that puts health and safety first 
• $34.70 per hour with full-time hours and overtime opportunities
• Great people and culture – proudly bring your whole self to work!  
• Future opportunities. We are one of Canada’s top 10 employers of youth. Ask us more in your interview!  
• Eligible for a Sign on Bonus

Application Process 

• Visit www.pepsicojobs.com 
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial phone screening interview.  
• Please review our realistic job preview it will be referenced throughout the interview process.

#PBC

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language

Asset languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the Vietnamese Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience, training will be provided

Location: 1160 Beaverwood Road, Manotick, ON, K4M 1L6
Shifts: Flexible Hours
Work setting: Esthetician’s salon

Physical Requirements:

• The candidate should be able to pay attention to detail
• The candidate should be a combination of sitting, standing, walking and also have hand-eye co-ordination

Other Requirements:

• The candidate should be able to work with being focused on the client and also in a flexible environment
• The candidate should be dependable, reliable and also a team player
• The candidate should have an excellent oral communication
• The candidate should have working experience of Esthetician, Manicurist, Pedicurist and also Nail and lashes applicator

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be able to clean, trim and polish nails, eyebrow tinting, provide gel and acrylic nail extensions, repairs and cover-ups and also eyelash extensions
• The candidate should be able to custom designs, standard design styles, nail art technics, manicures, pedicures and also waxing

Benefits:

• The employees get free parking availability and also learning/training paid by employer

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply (along with your resume) through below mentioned details.

By Email:
[email protected]

By phone:
613-692-5777 Between 09:30 AM and 06:00 PM

By mail:
1160 Beaverwood Road suite UNIT 4
Manotick, ON
K4M 1L6

In person:
1160 Beaverwood Road suite UNIT 4
Manotick, ON
K4M 1L6 Between 09:30 AM and 06:00 PM

How-to-apply instructions

Here is what you must include in your application:

• Cover letter
• Copy of portfolio or relevant work examples
• Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs accounting duties such as reviewing, researching, analyzing and reconciling ledger accounts, setting up and maintaining expenditures and revenue working papers, spreadsheets and reconciliation to general ledger.
• Prepares the monthly departmental financial analysis and reports for divisions.
• Prepares and calculates subsidy claims and other ad hoc financial and statistical reports for different levels of government.
• Prepares and maintains accounts receivable functions including bank deposits and reconciliation, preparing, reviewing, posting and reconciling journals entries.
• Performs and/or provides oversight of accounting functions ensuring compliance with divisional and corporate policies and procedures and all relevant by-laws including interpretation of policies, by-laws, agreements/contracts and council reports.
• Researches and analyzes financial information to verify validity of transactions processed in SAP.  Prepares financial statements and expenditure reports i.e. capital expenditure reports, Council initiated special projects expenditure reports, and reserve fund schedules.
• Reviews financial system reports, i.e., variance, cost center, miscellaneous accounts.  Makes comments or corrections as necessary.
• Analyzes and reconciles account balances. Prepares, reviews, and posts journal entries.
• Co-ordinates projects and assignments.
• Liaises with City Division, for the development of purchasing documents, and implementation of divisional contracts and blanket contracts. Ensures the timely purchase of goods and services required to support operational needs.
• Provide support to divisional staff on setting up, monitoring and amending Blanket Contracts.
• Directs accounting staff and provides training, advice and guidance as needed.
• Provides assistance and advice on accounting & financial-related matters to the Divisions, internal, and external parties.
• Provides financial analysis, claims and other information to the Divisions as requested.
• Creates ad hoc financial system reports for analysis purposes.
• Ensures internal controls are maintained in accordance with City By-laws and policies.
• Co-ordinates with the City, Provincial and Federal Auditors.
• Prepares working papers and processes period-end and year-end entries.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Completion of a professional accounting designation or Bachelor's Degree in Business/Accounting or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience in the accounting/financial management field.
2. Extensive experience in modern municipal accounting or relevant private sector experience in financial accounting and financial reporting.
3. Considerable experience working with the City's financial systems and applications including SAP, Microsoft Office Suite(Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), and other computerized applications/systems.
4. Considerable experience in the analysis, investigation and processes of accounts receivable and or accounts payable.
5. Considerable experience in the analysis and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statement preparation.

You must also have:

• Advanced knowledge of municipal accounting and purchasing principles and practices including relevant by-laws.
• Advanced knowledge of internal control and ability to analyze and prepare financial statements and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff, operating management and outside departments, agencies and clients.

• Well-developed interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing at all organizational levels.

• Ability to prepare detailed correspondence, memoranda, summaries, financial statements, and documentation requiring the interpretation and application of a wide range of administrative accounting practices.
• Ability to perform complex detailed computations and calculations.
• Ability to work under time constraints and to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to plan, organize and manage work independently with minimal supervision and cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to complete work accurately with attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity, and respectful workplaces.

NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:

City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.

Reporting to the Manager, Housing Stability Services the Support Assistant A is responsible for the management, co-ordination, and delivery of administrative operations within the Housing Stability Services section. The focus of the role is to support procurement processes, program operations, inquiries from the public, reporting and IT System implementation.  

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs specialized administrative tasks, including preparation, investigation, research, review, reconciliation, control and co-ordination of various documentation and processes.
• Preparing, organizing and storing documents in both paper and digital formats.
• Ensures and checks the preparation and processing of documents in accordance with appropriate policies and legislation.
• The first point of contact with the public and housing program recipients by phone and email related to housing program questions, complaints and concerns.
• Interfaces with HSS service providers related to housing program implementation and challenges.
• Ensures service delivery of the unit and monitors/controls unit work standards. Reviews processes/work for accuracy, prior to authorizing. Identifies and recommends modifications and oversees implementation of changes.
• Assists with operational programs/functions.
• Administers, prepares, processes and composes documents, statistical summaries and reports.
• Assists with the development and documentation of policies and procedures for the unit and/or division. Interprets and applies regulations and practices.
• Prepares calculations and analysis of data. Compiles data for forecasting/budgeting.
• Reconciles, deposits/issues accounts, cash and statements.
• Provides work direction, coordination, training and guidance to assigned staff.
• Operates computers utilizing and manipulating a variety of software packages.
• Prepares and/or presents presentation materials.
• Provides information and guidance to staff, Councillors, the public, agencies, other levels of government etc. orally or in writing.
• Attends meetings and hearings and acts as the division and/or unit representative. Signs documents as a representative of the corporation.
• Co-ordinates meetings, events and schedules.
• Takes/transcribes minutes.

Key Qualifications:  
Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:   

1. Extensive office administration experience at a senior level within a team environment.
2. Extensive experience with administrative systems, relating to data management, procurement and finance systems.
3. Considerable experience with a variety of software packages including Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, MS Access and PowerPoint) and Outlook.
4. Considerable experience in developing and implementing administrative work procedures and systems.

You must also have:  

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to perform in a high volume, high stress environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with politicians, the public, and all levels of staff.
• Ability to identify and analyze problems or inefficiencies and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to meet deadlines and deal with conflicting priorities and work demands.
• Ability to deal with confidential materials and matters.
• Ability to provide work direction to clerical and administrative staff including training and orientation.
• An understanding of issues of housing and homelessness, as well as the services provided by the Housing Secretariat.
• Customer service skills working with clients, service providers, the general public and/or staff to address service inquiries, requests and/or complaints.
• Good knowledge and understanding of City’s By-Laws, policies and procedures with respect to purchasing, accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial reporting.

Major Responsibilities:

• Prepares flower beds, by hand digging or rototilling and raking, for planting; prepares plants and maintains flower beds, horticultural displays and plants in greenhouses.
• Maintains plant materials in a park area in a neat and orderly manner.
• Participates in the design, preparation, planting and maintenance of horticultural displays, turf grass areas, indoor and natural area plantings and landscapes including all aspects of Plant Health Care inclusive of I.P.M. and pesticide use.
• Prepares various growing media prior to planting; gathering, cleaning and storing propagules; planting and transplanting as required and determining and maintaining correct growing environment.
• Inspects plants, flowers, shrubs and trees and reports damage, insect infestation or disease.
• Prepares chemicals for spraying and sprays flowers, shrubs, etc.
• Performs park maintenance such as litter control, winter duties such as snow removal by hand and/or with equipment, ice removal, and washroom cleaning.
• Loads materials, plants, etc. and delivers, as required, to various locations.
• Operates various types of motor vehicles and mechanized grounds, garden and turf maintenance equipment, etc.
• Responds to horticultural questions from public.
• May be required to perform landscaping functions such as sodding and constructing retaining walls etc.
• May be required to direct other staff.
• Keeps equipment and tools clean and in good working order. 

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to: 

1. Diploma or certificate in horticulture or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Considerable experience as a practicing gardener.
3. Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's License Class and must qualify for the City's equipment operating permits and requirements.
4. Possession of or the ability to obtain within 6 months an Ontario Landscape Exterminator's License
5. May require Structural Greenhouse/interior Plant Exterminator Licence 

You must also have:

• A good knowledge of plant materials and the ability to propagate and grow a wide variety of plants for the beautification of park areas.
• Ability to arrange, plant and maintain annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees according to the best horticultural methods and to achieve an attractive appearance.
• Ability to identify insect pests, diseases and weeds and to treat them in the most effective manner.
• Ability to make the most effective use of fertilizers and an understanding of the water requirements of plants.
• Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations that apply to this work.
• Must be physically capable of performing required duties.
• Ability to deal courteously with the public.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• May be required to work shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted

Major Responsibilities: 

• Performs manual tasks in park areas which require some gardening ability
• Operates various types of equipment, mechanized grounds maintenance and grass cutting equipment
• Maintains parks turf by mowing, string trimming, fertilizing, clearing litter and removing garbage, as well as setting up semi-automatic and automatic irrigation systems
• Cleans, maintains and makes minor repairs to park washrooms
• Cleans, maintains and makes minor repairs to parks facilities and furnishings including playing fields, ice rinks, parks benches, etc.
• Sets up equipment such as chairs, benches and soccer/football posts, etc.
• Clears and maintains parks walkways and entrances, including snow shoveling
• Assists in maintaining horticultural beds and shrubs, as required
• Performs other related work as assigned.       

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:                                                                

1. Experience in grounds maintenance and/or horticulture, preferably in a park setting.
2. Experience with grounds maintenance and grass cutting equipment.
3. Must possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and must qualify for the City’s equipment operating permits and requirements.

You must also have:

• Ability to provide work direction to others.
• Ability to accurately follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal courteously with the public and staff.
• Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations that apply to this work.
• Must be available to work shifts/weekends/overtime, as required
• Must be physically capable of performing all of the required duties and must be able to work in all weather conditions 

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted