National Occupational Classification, TEER 0
NOC 80021: Managers in horticulture
Managers in horticulture plan, organize, direct and control the activities of nursery and greenhouse staff who grow and market trees, shrubs, flowers and plants. Below are the main duties, all 19 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 80021?
NOC 80021 is the code for managers in horticulture in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include Christmas tree farm operator, flower grower, greenhouse manager and greenhouse operator. It is a TEER 0 occupation (management occupations), so it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $21.80 an hour.
- NOC code
- 80021
- TEER
- 0: Management
- Broad category
- Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $21.80 an hour
Job titles under NOC 80021
Managers in horticulture plan, organize, direct and control the activities of nursery and greenhouse staff who grow and market trees, shrubs, flowers and plants.
Main job titles
- Christmas tree farm operator
- flower grower
- greenhouse manager
- greenhouse operator
- nursery manager
- nursery operator
- plant grower - nursery
All 19 job titles in the NOC index
Christmas tree farm operator, evergreen grower, flower grower, greenhouse manager, greenhouse operator, head grower - cannabis, horticultural greenhouse operator, hothouse flower grower, hydroponic greenhouse operator, hydroponics operator, master grower - cannabis, nursery manager, nursery operator, nurseryman/woman, plant grower - nursery, rose grower, shrub grower, tree grower - nursery, tree nursery operator.
Main duties of NOC 80021
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Plan, organize, direct and control the operations of nurseries and greenhouses
- Establish the environmental conditions required to grow trees, shrubs, flowers and plants, and design planting and care schedules accordingly
- Determine type and quantity of stock to grow
- Supervise staff in planting, transplanting, feeding and spraying stock
- Identify and control insect, disease and weed problems
- Develop marketing plans
- Provide information to customers on gardening and on the care of trees, shrubs, flowers, plants and lawns
- Order materials such as fertilizer, garden and lawn care equipment, and other nursery and greenhouse related accessories
- Hire and manage staff, oversee training and set work schedules
- Maintain records on stock, finances and personnel.
Employment requirements
- Completion of a college program in horticulture is usually required.
- Experience as a nursery or greenhouse supervisor is required.
Is NOC 80021 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 0 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 80021 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | Not a listed trade |
| Occupation category draws (2026) | Not on any occupation list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 80021 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $17.00 | $21.80 | $33.54 |
| Quebec | $19.00 | $22.45 | $28.80 |
| Ontario | $17.60 | $23.25 | $43.11 |
| Alberta | $16.25 | $22.00 | $35.00 |
| British Columbia | $17.85 | $20.00 | $30.30 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Employment Insurance Survey Data). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 80021 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 80021 as you write.
- Start each bullet with a strong verb and end it with a result: how many, how often, how fast.
- Use the job title your employer used, even if the NOC title is different.
- Keep immigration details such as your NOC code and permit type off the resume.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for a Christmas tree farm operator?
NOC 80021, Managers in horticulture, a TEER 0 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 80021?
TEER 0. Management occupations. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 80021 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 0 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. You still have to meet every other requirement, and your duties must match the NOC description.
Is NOC 80021 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
No. It is not on any 2026 occupation list. The French-language proficiency category is open to any occupation if you reach NCLC 7 in French. See every category.
How much does NOC 80021 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $21.80 an hour, with most wages between $17.00 and $33.54. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 80021 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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