Head of Landscaping Operations – Seychelles

Dixie Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,353,000 - 2,030,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Company transport provided

Job summary

Dixie Recruitment is seeking a seasoned Head of Operations (Landscaping) to lead day-to-day operations across multiple client sites in the Seychelles. You will manage 50+ staff, including managers and supervisors, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery of landscaping, irrigation and maintenance projects.

This senior role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management and hands-on operational excellence, with a focus on driving efficiency and client satisfaction while coordinating

Qualifications

• Matric and a relevant tertiary qualification in horticulture, landscaping or operations management.
• 7–10 years’ experience in operations management, preferably in landscaping, horticulture, construction, facilities or related environments.
• Proven experience managing large teams including managers, supervisors, technical staff and field personnel.
• Strong practical understanding of landscaping maintenance, irrigation, construction and large-site operations.
• Experience managing multiple contracts, projects, budgets, resources and priorities.
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder-management skills with senior-level engagement.
• Sober habits, clear criminal record, valid passport and strong references.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and drive daily operations across client sites, projects and nursery activities.
• Lead Operations Managers, Site Managers, Supervisors and field teams with accountability and productivity.
• Ensure staffing, equipment and resources meet deadlines, quality standards and client expectations.
• Oversee landscaping maintenance, installation and irrigation operations to specification and safety.
• Monitor labor, materials, equipment, budgets, overtime and profitability across contracts.
• Conduct site inspections and promptly address operational, quality and safety issues.
• Develop relationships with clients and act as senior point of contact for operational matters.
• Oversee utilization and maintenance of vehicles, machinery, tools and irrigation gear.
• Collaborate with Procurement and Finance on resource planning and cost control.
• Drive continuous improvement and support senior management with strategy and growth.

Skills

Operations management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Client facing

Large-site experience

Education

Matric and tertiary qualification in Horticulture/Landscaping/Operations Management

Job description

Dixie Recruitment is seeking a seasoned Head of Operations (Landscaping) to lead day-to-day operations across multiple client sites in the Seychelles. You will manage 50+ staff, including managers and supervisors, ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery of landscaping, irrigation and maintenance projects.

This senior role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management and hands-on operational excellence, with a focus on driving efficiency and client satisfaction while coordinating