Grounds and Landscape Supervisor

Canyon Ranch; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental & Vision

25 days PTO

Life insurance

Maternity leave

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Canyon Ranch Austin, opening Fall 2026 in Texas Hill Country, seeks a Grounds Department leader to manage daily operations and guide a team in exceptional landscape maintenance across the property. You will oversee irrigation, gardens, trees, and trails, ensuring guest-ready outdoor spaces.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of progressive groundskeeping leadership, strong communication, safety focus, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive groundskeeping, landscaping, horticulture, or landscape maintenance experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the Grounds Department by supervising team members, assigning work, and ensuring exceptional landscape maintenance across the property.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop Grounds colleagues while fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Oversee care and maintenance of gardens, trees, turf, flower beds, hardscapes, trails, and irrigation systems to ensure beautiful, healthy outdoor environments.
• Coordinate landscape projects, equipment maintenance, supply management, and capital improvement initiatives to support efficient department operations.
• Maintain property trails, stormwater systems, and drainage infrastructure while ensuring outdoor spaces remain safe, functional, and guest-ready.
• Share horticultural expertise with colleagues and guests while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the property's appearance and deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Supervising a team

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Irrigation systems

Turf management

Tree care

Job description

Overview

Canyon Ranch has been redefining wellness travel and transformative hospitality for more than 45 years. As the global leader in destination wellness, Canyon Ranch inspires lifelong well-being through world-class experts, personalized guidance, and immersive experiences that help guests live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Now, we are entering an exciting new chapter with the opening of Canyon Ranch Austin in October 2026 — our newest wellness destination nestled in the Texas Hill Country. Designed to connect guests with nature, adventure, restoration, and personal growth, Austin will build upon the legacy established in Tucson, Lenox, and Las Vegas while creating new opportunities for exceptional talent to shape the future of wellness hospitality.

Recognized among the most outstanding hotels in the world by the Michelin Guide 2025, Canyon Ranch offers more than a career — it offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others every day.

Join the founding team at Canyon Ranch Austin. Recruitment is underway today, with anticipated start dates beginning in Fall 2026.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU'LL DO AS A CANYON RANCH COLLEAGUE:

• Lead the daily operations of the Grounds Department by supervising team members, assigning work, and ensuring exceptional landscape maintenance across the property.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop Grounds colleagues while fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Oversee the care and maintenance of gardens, trees, turf, flower beds, hardscapes, trails, and irrigation systems to ensure beautiful, healthy outdoor environments.
• Coordinate landscape projects, equipment maintenance, supply management, and capital improvement initiatives to support efficient department operations.
• Maintain property trails, stormwater systems, and drainage infrastructure while ensuring outdoor spaces remain safe, functional, and guest-ready.
• Share horticultural expertise with colleagues and guests while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the property's appearance and deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Bring 3–5 years of progressive experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, horticulture, or landscape maintenance, with demonstrated leadership experience preferred.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent, along with a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; Group B driving qualifications are required.
• Demonstrate expertise in commercial irrigation systems, regional plant identification, turf management, tree care, and sustainable landscape practices, including water conservation and xeriscaping.
• Possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to supervise, coach, and motivate a team while maintaining high performance standards.
• Exhibit excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a safety-first mindset while working outdoors with landscape equipment and performing physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Thrive in a dynamic environment by adapting to changing priorities, working a flexible schedule, collaborating across departments, and supporting Canyon Ranch's commitment to exceptional guest experiences and beautiful outdoor spaces.

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE AS A CANYON RANCH COLLEAGUE:

• Use of services and facilities including the spa, fitness classes, lectures, and overnight stays at all Canyon Ranch locations nationwide.
• Generous health plan including Health, Dental and Vision after 30 days of employment.
• 25 Days of personal and holiday time off (vacation, sick and holidays)
• Supplemental Health care options (including Accidental, Critical Illness and Hospital care)
• Employer-paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Maternity leave
• A supportive, collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

The wage for this role may take into account factors for compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure or certifications; and other business and organizational needs.