Lead - Horticulture

Adani Airport Holdings Ltd; Kamrup Metropolitan; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Airports Holding Limited invites a seasoned Lead - Horticulture to oversee the airport's landscape development and maintenance, shaping outdoor spaces across airside, landside, and public areas.

You will lead design, coordinate with contractors, manage budgets, ensure quality, and drive sustainable practices while coordinating with Operations, Safety, Compliance, and Procurement teams.

A BachelorHorticulture or related field is required, with 10+ years in large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in horticulture or landscape management, preferably leading landscape development/maintenance in large infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Landscape Design and Implementation: Lead and manage all landscape development works and coordinate with contractors to ensure designs are executed on time.
• Horticultural Operations & Maintenance: Oversee development and maintenance of green spaces including airside, landside, and public areas with regular inspections.
• Budget Control & Resource Management: Prepare annual budgets for horticultural operations and manage inventory of fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation equipment.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure high-quality softscape and hardscape with automated irrigation systems and conduct regular quality checks.
• Vendor Management: Develop tender documents with BOQs and evaluation criteria; conduct inspections and reviews of contractors.

Skills

Landscape Design

Team Leadership

Project Management

Vendor Management

Stakeholder Coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Horticulture

Master's preferred

Job description

About Business

Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Adani Airports Holding Limited

Adani Airports Holding Limited is reshaping the aviation landscape, transforming airports into dynamic hubs of connectivity, innovation, and service excellence. By prioritizing passenger experience, leveraging state-of-the-art technology, and enhancing operational efficiency, we are redefining airport infrastructure across India. Our vision is to create world-class airports that serve as gateways to regional development and global connectivity, positioning Adani Airports as a leader in the aviation sector with a focus on sustainable growth and community impact.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Purpose

Lead - Horticulture is responsible for the overall management, development and maintenance of the airport's horticultural landscape. This role encompasses support in strategic planning, team leadership, plant care, landscape design, resource management, and quality assurance to create and maintain a visually appealing and environmentally sustainable airport environment.

Responsibilities

Landscape Design and Implementation:

Lead and manage all landscape development works, ensuring seamless transitions from development to maintenance stages.

Coordinate with contractors to ensure that horticultural projects are executed as per the developed designs and within set timelines.

Monitor and evaluate contractor performance, conducting technical evaluations of bidding contractors.

Prepare Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and tender documents for landscape projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards.

Horticultural Operations & Maintenance:

Oversee the development and maintenance of green spaces, including airside, landside, and public areas, ensuring timely execution of scheduled tasks.

Monitor the health and aesthetic quality of plants, turf, trees, and shrubs through regular inspections and coordinate corrective measures.

Implement best practices in pest management, irrigation, pruning, and seasonal care to ensure the landscape thrives under changing conditions.

Budget Control & Resource Management:

Prepare the annual budget for horticultural operations, monitor expenses, and ensure cost-effective utilization of resources within approved limits.

Manage inventory control of horticulture materials such as fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation equipment to avoid wastage or shortages.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure that all horticultural works include high-quality softscape and hardscape elements, alongside automated irrigation systems.

Conduct regular quality checks and monitoring of landscape works to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.

Vendor Management:

Develop detailed tender documents, including BOQs, technical specifications, and evaluation criteria, to attract and assess competent contractors.

Conduct regular inspections, audits, and reviews to track vendor compliance with schedules, quality, and airport regulations.

Stakeholder Coordination:

Liaise with internal stakeholders, including Operations, Safety, and Compliance teams, to ensure alignment on landscape initiatives.

Maintain effective communication with external contractors and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with environmental standards and regulations.

Reporting And Compliance:

Maintain detailed records of landscape activities, project progress, and compliance with environmental regulations.

Prepare regular reports for the Head of Horticulture, highlighting project outcomes, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.

Team Leadership And Development:

Leads and supervises the landscape development and horticulture team, providing guidance and support & sets performance expectations and conducts performance reviews.

Provide training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

• Head - Horticulture
• Finance Department
• Facility Management Team
• Environment & Sustainability Team
• Procurement Team
• Maintenance Team
• Security Team
• Operations Team
• IT Team

Key Stakeholders - External:

• Landscape Architects and Designers
• Horticulture Contractors/Vendors
• Regulatory Bodies (e.g., DGCA, PESO)
• Plant Nurseries and Suppliers
• Pest Control Vendors
• Fertilizer Suppliers
• Government Horticulture Departments
• Environmental Agencies
• Waste Management Companies
• Community Groups

Qualifications

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Science, or a related field; Master's degree is preferred.

Work Experience

10+ years of experience in horticulture or landscape management, preferably leading the landscape development/maintenance works in large Infrastructure projects like Airport/Hotel/Commercial buildings