Urban planner Jobs in Kitimat, BC

JOB POSITION : Chief Urban Farmer

Are you looking to work for a company that values sustainability and helps build greener cities and communities?

MicroHabitat is seeking a motivated, ambitious individual with strong leadership and a passion for farming to fill the position of Chief Farmer.

Introduction :

At MicroHabitat, we implement urban agriculture to improve urban environments, enhance city dwellers' lifestyles, and foster greater awareness of environmental issues. We set up edible gardens on rooftops and ground-level spaces for businesses, institutions, and schools, reconnecting people with nature and their food sources.

What’s in it for you?

• A fulfilling job where you can grow in unique spaces and enjoy the summer.
• Competitive salary and paid vacation from the start.
• Free coffee and tea in a workplace focused on employee well-being.
• A team-oriented environment encouraging initiative and leadership.
• Social events like happy hours, BBQs, bagels, and morning coffee throughout the year.
• Fun team activities—because MicroHabitat is a big family!
• Work alongside passionate colleagues.

Job Description :

The Chief Farmer will lead urban agriculture projects for a multicultural clientele in various districts of their region. Reporting to the Operations Director, this individual will be responsible for planning, setting up, supervising, and managing food production areas. They will also handle client communication, collaborate with the sales and marketing teams, and oversee all urban farming operations in their region. The role includes educating and transferring urban farming knowledge to a diverse audience.

Main Duties and Responsibilities :

Horticultural Management :

Representation and Administration :

Project Management :

Client Experience and Marketing :

Human Resource Management :

Off-Season Responsibilities :

Conditions :

Required Education and Experience (flexible) :

Desired Skills :

Salary and Benefits :

For any questions regarding the position, feel free to contact Nicolas Gilroy 604-868-6008

At MicroHabitat, we implement urban agriculture to improve the urban environment, the lifestyles of city dwellers and encourage a better understanding of environmental issues. We install urban farms on the roofs and outdoor spaces of businesses and schools to reconnect people to nature and their food.

With offices in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, New York City, Washington DC, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Dallas and Chicago, MicroHabitat plans to be in all major North American and European cities by 2030.

An ambitious, but realistic plan, which is being realized thanks to a dynamic, visionary and close-knit team.

For more information on MicroHabitat :

www.microhabitat.ca

Chez MicroHabitat, nous implantons l'agriculture urbaine pour améliorer l'environnement urbain, les habitudes de vie des citadins et encourager une meilleure compréhension des enjeux environnementaux. Nous installons des fermes urbaines sur les toits des entreprises et écoles afin de reconnecter les gens à la nature et à leur alimentation.

Avec des bureaux à Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Dallas et Chicago, MicroHabitat a comme plan d'être dans toutes les grandes métropoles de l'Amérique du Nord et d'Europe d'ici 2030.

Un plan ambitieux, mais réaliste, qui se réalise grâce à une équipe dynamique, visionnaire et soudée.

Pour plus d'information :

www.microhabitat.ca