Lead Horticulturist & Arborist — Landscape & Plant Care

Singapore Island Country Club, The; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious golf and country club in Singapore is seeking a Landscape Manager to lead a team in developing and maintaining the club's landscapes. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor Degree in Horticulture and possess at least 5 years of hands-on experience in horticulture. Responsibilities include managing landscape crews, conducting tree assessments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role offers a rewarding environment focused on excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of strong technical working knowledge in horticulture.
• Hands-on experience is essential.
• ISA certified Arborist would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of landscape crews for the development and maintenance of landscapes.
• Conduct arboriculture visual tree assessments.
• Liaise with arboriculture contractors for the necessary works.
• Implement changes to plants as per the landscape improvement plans.
• Design improvement works including planting plans and bill of quantities.
• Plan treatments for plants, including insecticide and fertilizer application.
• Control budgets and expenses related to landscaping.
• Prepare tender documents and conduct interviews.
• Assess and evaluate tender submissions.
• Conduct daily inspections on landscaping maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with health safety requirements.

Skills

Technical knowledge in horticulture

Team leadership

Budget management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Horticulture / Landscape Management

Job description

A prestigious golf and country club in Singapore is seeking a Landscape Manager to lead a team in developing and maintaining the club's landscapes. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor Degree in Horticulture and possess at least 5 years of hands-on experience in horticulture. Responsibilities include managing landscape crews, conducting tree assessments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role offers a rewarding environment focused on excellence.