Landscape Supervisor

Mangala Estate Boutique Resort; Kuantan; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Mangala Estate Boutique Resort is seeking a Landscape Supervisor to oversee daily landscape maintenance across the resort, ensuring top-tier outdoor presentation in line with the Mangala Estate environment.

The role supports the Landscape Manager in maintaining gardens, lawns, lakes, ponds, walkways, and outdoor areas, focusing on plant health, safety, and guest experience while aligning with brand standards.

Qualifications

• Supervise daily landscaping maintenance and ensure safety standards are met.
• Monitor plant health and landscape aesthetics to align with brand standards.
• Coordinate with departments to support resort operations and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily landscaping activities including watering, mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, fertilizing, and weed control.
• Ensure gardens, lawns, trees, ponds, and outdoor areas are well maintained and visually appealing.
• Monitor the health of plants and take corrective action when necessary.
• Identify plant diseases, pest infestations, and environmental issues affecting landscaping areas.
• Ensure outdoor spaces are clean and safe for guests and assist in seasonal planting and garden design initiatives.
• Monitor irrigation systems and ensure proper watering schedules are maintained.
• Maintain inventory and ensure proper use and storage of landscaping tools and equipment.
• Promote sustainable landscaping practices including composting and water conservation.
• Provide training and guidance to landscaping staff and monitor productivity and work quality.

Skills

Team leadership

Landscape maintenance

Irrigation systems

Plant health monitoring

Safety compliance

Job description

The Landscape Supervisor is responsible for supervising the daily landscape maintenance operations across the resort to ensure that all outdoor areas are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and aesthetic presentation.

This role supports the Landscape Manager in maintaining the resort’s gardens, lawns, lakes, ponds, walkways, and outdoor recreational spaces, ensuring they reflect the natural beauty and ecological character of the resort in accordance with IHG brand standards and Mangala Estate’s nature-inspired environment.

The Landscape Supervisor leads the landscaping team in executing daily tasks while ensuring proper care of plants, trees, and landscape infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Landscape Maintenance Operations

• Supervise daily landscaping activities including watering, mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, fertilizing, and weed control.
• Ensure gardens, lawns, trees, ponds, and outdoor areas are well maintained and visually appealing.
• Monitor the health of plants, flowers, shrubs, and trees and take corrective action when necessary.
• Identify plant diseases, pest infestations, and environmental issues affecting landscaping areas.
• Ensure all outdoor spaces including pathways, gardens, lakes, ponds, and public areas are clean and safe for guests.
• Assist in seasonal planting, landscape improvements, and garden design initiatives.
• Support the development and maintenance of herb gardens, fruit gardens, and vegetable gardens used by the resort’s culinary team.

Irrigation & Landscape Systems

• Monitor irrigation systems and ensure proper watering schedules are maintained.
• Inspect irrigation equipment and report any defects or repairs required.
• Ensure efficient use of water resources in landscaping operations.

Equipment & Tools Management

• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and storage of landscaping tools and machinery.
• Conduct regular inspections of landscaping equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Maintain inventory records for landscaping tools, fertilizers, and supplies.

Sustainability & Environmental Practices

• Promote environmentally responsible landscaping practices including composting and organic gardening.
• Assist in managing the resort’s composting and organic waste recycling initiatives.
• Support water conservation and sustainable landscape management practices.

Team Supervision & Staff Management

• Supervise and guide landscape workers in performing daily tasks.
• Assign duties and prepare daily work schedules based on operational priorities.
• Provide training and guidance on landscaping techniques and safety practices.
• Monitor employee productivity and ensure work quality meets resort standards.

Guest Experience Support

• Ensure the resort’s landscape contributes positively to the overall guest experience.
• Maintain scenic areas and outdoor spaces that enhance the resort’s visual appeal.
• Assist with preparation of outdoor spaces for special events and activities.

Accountability

• The Landscape Supervisor is accountable for:
• Daily landscape maintenance and presentation of resort grounds
• Health and condition of plants, trees, and gardens
• Productivity and performance of landscaping staff
• Proper usage and maintenance of landscaping equipment
• Implementation of sustainable landscaping practices

General Responsibilities

• Maintain professional appearance and grooming standards.
• Ensure compliance with resort policies, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines.
• Work closely with Engineering, Housekeeping, and other departments to support resort operations.
• Attend departmental meetings and training sessions.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Landscape Manager or Management.