Orchid & Horticulture Operations Manager

Gardens by the Bay; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardens by the Bay, a premier horticultural institution in Singapore, seeks an experienced horticulture professional to manage orchid collections and oversee related nursery operations. The role focuses on cultivating healthy plant displays, coordinating floral shows, and ensuring high standards across all horticultural projects.

You will work with internal teams and external partners to deliver spectacular displays, with flexibility to support occasional events and off-hour operations as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Horticulture or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in horticulture or landscape.
• Sound knowledge and practical experience in plant care, propagation, and pest and disease management.
• Hands-on, proactive approach to supporting daily operations.
• Service-oriented team player, flexible and collaborative across disciplines.
• Proficient in AI tools and Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking and analytical skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work outside normal operating hours for events and installations.

Responsibilities

• Orchid Collection Management: Manage orchid cultivation and maintenance activities for shows and displays.
• Oversee nursery and glasshouse facilities' upkeep and readiness.
• Identify improvements in horticultural practices, especially in orchid flowering management.

Skills

Plant care

Propagation

Pest & disease management

Team supervision

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Horticulture

Tools

AI tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gardens by the Bay, a premier horticultural institution in Singapore, seeks an experienced horticulture professional to manage orchid collections and oversee related nursery operations. The role focuses on cultivating healthy plant displays, coordinating floral shows, and ensuring high standards across all horticultural projects.

You will work with internal teams and external partners to deliver spectacular displays, with flexibility to support occasional events and off-hour operations as needed.