A prestigious Public Sector Organization operating under Special Pay Scales (SPS) in Rawalpindi invites applications from qualified Pakistani male citizens for the post of Horticulture Officer (SPS-08). This strategic establishment is seeking an experienced agriculture and landscaping professional to oversee large-scale institutional grounds, green spaces, botanical conservatories, and facility beautification projects.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
The Horticulture Officer manages and implements institutional horticultural operations across administrative complexes and residential estates. Core responsibilities include:
- Designing and maintaining comprehensive landscape master plans, seasonal flower beds, nursery stock, and arboricultural facilities.
- Supervising ground maintenance staff, irrigation systems, soil conditioning, pest control programs, and plant propagation.
- Procuring horticultural equipment, seeds, saplings, organic fertilizers, and greenhouse inputs in accordance with organizational guidelines.
- Overseeing arboricultural safety, tree pruning, lawn preservation, and seasonal plantation drives across installation premises.
- Coordinating environmental conservation, water conservation techniques, and eco-friendly landscaping practices.
Candidate Profile & Eligibility Nuances
Applicants must possess an HEC-recognized 4-year BS or MSc in Agriculture or Horticulture in First Division with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 out of 4.00. Per recruitment regulations for SPS-08, only one second division is permissible across the entire educational career, and third divisions are strictly ineligible. Candidates must demonstrate at least two years of verifiable practical experience in field horticulture or estate landscaping.
Nature of Appointment & Terms
The appointment is made on a contract basis with performance-based extensions up to the age of superannuation (official retirement). The position carries benefits and allowances governed by the SPS-08 scale under public sector service rules.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should draft an application on plain paper clearly writing Horticulture Officer (SPS-08) at the top right corner of both the envelope and the application form. Enclose attested photocopies of all academic degrees, mark sheets, PEC/HEC verification credentials, experience certificates, CNIC, domicile, and recent passport-size photographs. Dispatch the complete application package via registered post or courier to:
Directorate of Administration & Logistics, P.O. Box No. 368, GPO Rawalpindi
Applications must reach the designated P.O. Box address no later than 05 October 2026.
Important Instructions
- Applications received after the closing date or incomplete in any respect will be rejected without notice.
- Government servants and autonomous body personnel must apply through proper channels with a departmental NOC.
- Only eligible shortlisted candidates meeting all specified criteria will be called for the test and interview.
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in any part of the selection process.
- Original degrees, transcripts, and experience testimonials must be produced during interview verification.
- Discharge book character for retired armed forces personnel must be Exemplary (for Army) or Good (for other arms).