Horticulture Operations Lead: Grounds & Tree Health

Jalan Besar Town Council; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Jalan Besar Town Council is hiring an Assistant Horticulture Manager to drive safety, standards, and visual greenery across residential spaces. You will oversee term contractors, perform horticultural inspections, manage tree health safety protocols, and lead estate greening enhancements.

You will work with the Horticulture Manager to guide ground supervisors, audit contractors, conduct tree health checks, and coordinate beautification projects while maintaining strict safety norms and

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Horticulture, Landscape Management, Urban Greenery, or equivalent.
• 3 to 5 years in landscape management, contractor supervision, or township maintenance.
• Knowledge of local flora and tree care practices, and strong ground coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Work directly alongside the Horticulture Manager to oversee daily operations, guide ground supervisors, and manage team schedules and performance.
• Audit term contractor performance on turf maintenance, plant health, pest control, and general estate greening.
• Conduct regular tree health inspections, implement arborist recommendations, and direct emergency response teams during severe weather.
• Assist in executing precinct beautification projects, enforce site safety (WSH) standards, and address resident feedback on greenery matters.

Skills

Ground coordination

Flora knowledge

Education

Degree or Diploma in Horticulture, Landscape Management, Urban Greenery, or equivalent

Job description

Jalan Besar Town Council is hiring an Assistant Horticulture Manager to drive safety, standards, and visual greenery across residential spaces. You will oversee term contractors, perform horticultural inspections, manage tree health safety protocols, and lead estate greening enhancements.

You will work with the Horticulture Manager to guide ground supervisors, audit contractors, conduct tree health checks, and coordinate beautification projects while maintaining strict safety norms and