Tree Worker, Landscape Gardener
うえきしょく・ぞうえんし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that designs, constructs, and maintains gardens and green spaces, and cares for trees and plants.
Description
Tree workers and landscape gardeners design, construct, and maintain green spaces such as gardens, street trees, and parks, maintaining plant health through pruning, planting, mowing, fertilizing, drainage works, etc. Knowledge of soil improvement, operation of landscaping machinery, and landscape design is required. They often hold discussions with clients and work in teams, requiring flexible responses to seasons and weather as well as physical stamina.
Future Outlook
With increasing needs for urban greening and sustainable city development, demand is expected to remain stable. Labor shortages due to aging are a challenge, but improvements in efficiency through technology succession and ICT utilization are anticipated.
Personality Traits
Creative / Has physical stamina / Interested in the natural environment / Meticulous
Work Style
Landscaping-related Employment / Public Institution Employment / Seasonal / Self-employed
Career Path
Apprentice Tree Worker → Foreman → Landscape Construction Manager → Landscape Designer → Independent Practice
Required Skills
Knowledge of Trees and Plants / Operation of Landscaping Machinery / Planting Construction / Pruning Techniques / Soil Improvement and Drainage Works
Recommended Skills
CAD (Garden Design) / Green Infrastructure / Horticulture and Plant Diagnosis / Reading English Literature
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because careful work down to the details is necessary in pruning and planting. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creativity is required in landscape design and planting plans. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because high physical stamina is required for operating heavy machinery and long hours of outdoor work. |
Related Qualifications
- Green Advisor
- Landscape Construction Manager
- Landscape Technician
Aliases
- Gardener
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