Horticulturist

CBRE, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE, Inc. in Singapore seeks a Horticulturist to join our on-site Facilities Management team. You will oversee landscape health, maintenance, and enhancement across themed gardens and public spaces, ensuring alignment with sustainability goals and industry standards.

This role requires a Diploma or Degree in horticulture or related field and at least five years of landscape experience. You will manage irrigation, pest control, plant health, and compliance with safety and environmental

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Horticulture or related discipline.
• Minimum of five years of landscape maintenance experience.
• Experience with large-scale landscapes, parks, or resorts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health, maintenance, and enhancement of landscapes and themed areas.
• Plan and oversee maintenance programmes aligned with sustainability goals.
• Monitor plant health and perform pruning, fertilisation, and replacement planting.
• Manage irrigation systems for water efficiency and healthy growth.
• Implement pest, disease, and weed management using best practices.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and industry standards.

Skills

Landscape management

Plant health monitoring

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or Degree in Horticulture, Landscape Management, Landscape Architecture, Plant Science, or related discipline

Job description

About the Role:

The Horticulturist (HC) shall be part of the Facilities Management Contractor's (FMC) core team and be stationed on-site to oversee the management, maintenance, and enhancement of the island's landscapes and themed horticultural areas.

What You'll Do:

• Provide on-site horticultural expertise as part of the FMC core team to manage, maintain, and enhance the health, sustainability, and aesthetic quality of all landscapes and themed gardens.
• Plan, implement, and oversee horticultural maintenance programmes in alignment with SDC’s sustainability goals and landscape standards.
• Monitor plant health and undertake appropriate measures for pruning, fertilisation, replacement planting, and landscape improvement.
• Manage and optimise irrigation systems to ensure efficient water usage and healthy plant growth.
• Implement pest, disease, and weed management programmes using industry best practices and environmentally responsible methods.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental regulations, safety requirements, and applicable industry standards.

What You'll Need:

• Diploma or Degree in Horticulture, Landscape Management, Landscape Architecture, Plant Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in landscape maintenance, horticultural operations, or similar environmental management roles.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale landscapes, public parks, resorts, island developments, or themed environments will be an advantage.