Landscaping Trainees at the Edo State Government

The Edo State Government through the Ministry of Physical Planning, Housing, Urban and Regional Development invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for its Clean and Green Program within the capacity below:

Job Title: Landscaping Trainee

Location: Benin City, Edo

Details

• The successful candidates will be trained for 1 (One) year under the scheme.
• At the end of program, successful candidates will be offered permanent employment with the Edo State Government.

Job Description

• Analyse and put together estimations and specifications about the piece of land and examine the drainage and runoff's.
• Oversee projects and help Government on budget.
• Restore natural areas like wetlands and streams.
• Clean and maintain landscape areas.
• Help uphold the landscaping design.
• Plant and design new bushes, flowers, plants, and shrubs
• Supervise maintenance repairs to equipment, landscape structures, outdoor furniture, and walkways.
• Advise the Government on how to look after the landscape.
• Collaborate with garden designers and landscape architects to ensure that the Government finds the job satisfactory.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree (minimum of Second Class Lower) or HND (minimum of Lower Credit) in a related field from a reputable institution.
• Evidence of TOPREC registration is an added advantage.
• Candidates must possess NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
• Candidates must be computer literate, with good interpersonal/leadership skills and ability to effectively work in teams.
• Applicants must be within the ages of 22-30.
• Experience in the use of CAD&GIS Tools will be added advantage.

Application Closing Date
4th August, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Application Letters with an attached Curriculum Vitae (CV) to:
The Ministry of Physical Planning, Housing, Urban and Regional Development,
2nd Floor, Block C, Edo State Secretariat Complex,
Sapele Road, Benin City,
Edo State.
And
Click here to apply online

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Candidates shall apply for only 1(One) position. Multiple applications will result in automatic disqualification.
• The selection process will involve a review of applications, interviews, and possibly technical assessments
• The Ministry does not require candidates to make any payments to any person or organization as equal opportunity is guaranteed for all candidates in this merit driven recruitment exercise.
• This positions is open to residents and indigenes of Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.
• The Ministry of Physical Planning, Housing, Urban and Regional Development is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.