- Address Director General (Environment), CDA Mehran Gate, F-9 Park, Islamabad
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Capital Development Authority (CDA) Islamabad Careers
The Capital Development Authority (CDA), Islamabad invites applications for multiple roles to run a state-of-the-art CDA Nursery on a commercial basis. Positions span horticulture leadership, production, marketing, architecture/design, AutoCAD, field supervision, and heavy equipment operation. These appointments are on Project Pay Scales (PPS), contract for an initial two (02) years, extendable based on performance and project need. Work is site-based in Islamabad with hands-on responsibility for greenhouse operations, floriculture, ornamental nurseries, and citywide plantation supply.
Job Position Detail
| Post | PPS | Posts | Essential Qualification | Required Experience & Max Age | Core Responsibilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Manager Nursery | 09 | 1 | Master’s in Horticulture/Agriculture/Forestry/Botany/Environmental Sciences (preference for plant sciences, molecular biology, biotechnology, floriculture) | 12 years in a responsible nursery/horticulture role (public or reputed private); Age ≤ 45 | Lead full nursery P&L, annual/seasonal plans, propagation targets, pest & disease protocols, quality and dispatch to CDA works; supervise managers and ensure commercial standards |
| Manager Nursery | 07 | 2 | Master’s in the above disciplines (same preferences) | 7 years in a responsible post (BPS-17+ equivalent); Age ≤ 40 | Run day-to-day production, inventory & dispatch; enforce SOPs; ensure survival rates and timely supply |
| Assistant Manager — Green House | 06 | 1 | Bachelor’s in Horticulture/Agriculture/Forestry/Botany/Environmental Sciences | 3 years greenhouse experience; Age ≤ 33 | Climate control & fertigation, propagation media, scheduling, hygiene and record-keeping |
| Assistant Manager — Floriculture | 06 | 1 | Bachelor’s as above; floriculture focus preferred | 3 years relevant; Age ≤ 33 | Seasonal colour beds, pot plants, varietal trials, display quality, mother stock maintenance |
| Assistant Manager — Tree Nursery | 06 | 1 | Bachelor’s as above | 3 years relevant; Age ≤ 33 | Seed/seedling programs, root pruning, hardening, grading, plantation dispatch coordination |
| Assistant Manager — Marketing | 06 | 1 | MBA/BBA (Marketing) | 3 years; Age ≤ 33 | Product catalogues, institutional clients, pricing, GRNs/receivables, event displays, reconciliations |
| Assistant Manager — Architect | 06 | 2 | Bachelor’s in Architecture (PCATP registration desirable) | 3 years; Age ≤ 33 | Landscape/nursery layouts, kiosks, wayfinding, BOQs & drawings aligned with horticulture plans |
| AutoCAD Operator | 05 | 2 | FA/F.Sc. + Diploma in AutoCAD | 3 years with AutoCAD 2D/3D, SketchUp & landscape tools; Age ≤ 30 | Plans/sections/details for beds, irrigation, utilities, greenhouse structures |
| Assistant Marketing | 05 | 1 | BBA (Marketing) | 3 years; Age ≤ 30 | Sales support, social media posts, client follow-ups, documentation |
| Supervisor — Ornamental & Flowering / Plant Nursery / Greenhouse | 05 | 3 | F.Sc. Biology + Diploma in Floriculture/Landscaping; for Plant Nursery, F.Sc. Biology with Forester course | 2 years hands-on experience in indoor/outdoor nurseries, seasonal & off-season propagation; Age ≤ 30 | Crew supervision, pest scouting, grading, irrigation checks, safety and hygiene |
| Wheel Grader Operator | 04 | 1 | Matric + HTV | 3 years; Age ≤ 30 | Grading/leveling nursery blocks & access roads |
| Excavator Operator | 04 | 1 | Matric + HTV | 3 years; Age ≤ 30 | Trenching, pit digging, loading, media handling |
| Tree Transplanter Operator | 04 | 1 | Matric + HTV | 3 years; Age ≤ 30 | Operate tree spade/transplanter; anchor & after-care coordination |
| Helper | 01 | 3 | Middle | Fit for manual tasks; Age ≤ 30 | Pot filling, staking, loading/unloading, site housekeeping |
✅ Eligibility at a glance: HEC-recognized degree/diploma, post-qualification experience only, valid HTV/LTV for operators, documentary proof of service periods, and fitness for fieldwork.
About the Capital Development Authority (CDA)
CDA plans, builds, and maintains Islamabad’s civic infrastructure and green assets—parks, medians, green belts, and urban forests. The commercial-scale CDA Nursery underpins these efforts by producing healthy, climate-ready plants at volume, standardizing propagation, and cutting procurement delays. Joining this team means your daily work visibly greens the capital, supports climate resilience, and lifts the city’s landscape standards.
What this project offers
- Impact you can see: Every bed, tree, and flower you raise becomes part of Islamabad’s public realm.
- Modern practice: Greenhouses, controlled irrigation, IPM, and documented SOPs.
- Growth: Work alongside architects, marketers, engineers, and machinery crews on a fast-moving commercial nursery.
How to Apply: Process
Submit online only 🔗
- Go to cda.gov.pk/jobs and select the relevant post.
- Upload scanned, attested copies of: CNIC, recent photo, domicile, educational certificates/degrees, experience certificates (dated), and driving licenses for operator roles.
Company Information
- Total Jobs 10 Jobs
- Category Accountant, Healthcare, Information Technology, Management
- Location Islamabad
- Address G-6 Markaz G 6 Markaz G-6, Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory