Assistant Manager - Horticulture

Adani Transmission (ATL); Udaipur District, Morena, Surguja District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Transmission (ATL) in India seeks a senior horticulture manager to lead the department, drive landscape design, nursery development, and floriculture across mining sites.

You will develop plantation and green cover plans, ensure DGMS/Forest guidelines, manage budgets, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and report progress to senior management. This role emphasizes safety and environmental stewardship within mining operations.

Qualifications

• B.Sc or M.Sc in Horticulture is required.
• Certifications in horticulture management and sustainable landscaping preferred.
• 4-7 years of experience in horticulture, floriculture, and nursery development.
• Managerial experience in coal mining or manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the horticulture department, ensuring landscape design, nursery development and floriculture activities.
• Develop and execute plantation, afforestation and green cover plans in allocated areas.
• Ensure DGMS/Forest guidelines and regulations for sustainable green initiatives.
• Oversee budgeting and allocation of resources for biodiversity conservation and turf development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate horticulture into mining operations.
• Regularly assess and audit horticulture projects and report progress to senior management.
• Stay updated on horticulture trends and implement best practices for improvement.
• Coordinate with HODs/vendors/forest department & state pollution board to secure resources for plantation targets.
• Prepare reports on green zone for the environmental ministry.
• Process bills and services for horticulture department on time.
• Monitor horticulture expenses within approved budget.
• Organize training programs for horticulture staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Sustainability

Education

B.Sc/M.Sc in Horticulture

Certifications in horticulture management

Job description

• B.Sc/M.Sc in Horticulture
• Relevant certifications in horticulture management and sustainable landscaping (preferred)

Experience

• 4-7 years of experience in horticulture, floriculture, and nursery development
• Prior experience in a managerial role within the coal mining or manufacturing industry

• Lead and manage the horticulture department, ensuring the successful implementation of landscape and garden design, nursery development, and floriculture activities
• Develop and execute strategic plans for plantation, afforestation, and green cover enhancement in allocated areas
• Ensure compliance with DGMS/Forest department guidelines and regulations for sustainable green initiatives
• Oversee the budgeting and allocation of resources for biodiversity conservation and grass turf development
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate horticultural practices into the overall mining operations
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to monitor the progress of horticultural projects and provide timely reports to senior management
• Stay updated on the latest trends and developments in horticulture, implementing best practices for continuous improvement
• Co-ordinate with HODs/vendors/ forest department & state pollution control board and ensure availability of resources/ materials to complete plantation targets
• Prepare reports related to green zone for environmental Ministry
• Ensure timely processing of all bills and services related to horticulture department.
• Monitor and control horticulture expenses within approved budget
• Ensure training and development of horticulture staff by nominating to identified training programs
• Ensure Zero Accidents/Incidents at Surguja.
• Provide safety/Skills training related to Horticulture to all Mallies.

Behavioural Skills

• Strong leadership and people management abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities
• Passion for environmental conservation and sustainable development

Technical Skills

• Landscape and garden design
• Nursery development and management
• Floriculture and biodiversity conservation
• Budgeting and resource allocation for horticultural projects
• Knowledge of DGMS/Forest department guidelines and regulations