Senior Landscape Operations Lead | Sustainable Grounds

Red Sea Global; Umluj; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Sea Global is seeking an experienced Landscape Maintenance Manager to oversee operations across multiple sites in Umluj. You will lead Supervisors and teams, plan weekly/monthly maintenance, and ensure plant health, irrigation performance, and safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring 8–10 years in landscape maintenance with 3–5 years in management, plus knowledge of budgeting, contractor management, and client coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 8–10 years of experience in landscape maintenance or horticultural operations, including 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in large-scale landscaping projects such as resorts, hospitality, or major developments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of horticulture, irrigation, budgeting, contractor management, and client coordination; leadership and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day landscape maintenance operations across assigned sites.
• Develop weekly and monthly maintenance plans aligned with schedules and priorities.
• Lead Supervisors, technical teams, gardeners, and field workforce.
• Oversee all softscape and horticultural activities including pruning, mowing, planting, fertilization, weeding, mulching, and plant replacement.
• Monitor plant health and landscape quality; implement corrective actions for pests and nutrient deficiencies.
• Coordinate irrigation performance and water-use efficiency; resolve system issues.
• Ensure safety and compliance with HSE requirements and PPE.
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly operational reports on productivity, quality, and actions.
• Manage manpower planning, resource deployment, and cost optimization.

Skills

High energy

Sense of urgency

Highly organized

Proactive

Solution-focused

Personable

Strong teamwork

Excellent presentation

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture / Horticulture / Landscape Management / Landscape Architecture / Plant Production

Job description

Red Sea Global is seeking an experienced Landscape Maintenance Manager to oversee operations across multiple sites in Umluj. You will lead Supervisors and teams, plan weekly/monthly maintenance, and ensure plant health, irrigation performance, and safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring 8–10 years in landscape maintenance with 3–5 years in management, plus knowledge of budgeting, contractor management, and client coordination.