Assistant Manager-Horticulture

Assistant Manager-Horticulture

Job Location

As per project/site requirement.

Job Purpose

To plan, develop, maintain, and improve landscape areas, gardens, lawns, nurseries, plantations, and green infrastructure within project sites, residential townships, campuses, or industrial facilities. The role involves ensuring healthy plant growth, aesthetic landscaping, efficient irrigation systems, and adherence to environmental sustainability standards.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Landscape & Garden Maintenance

• Plan, supervise, and maintain landscapes, gardens, lawns, avenue plantations, and green belts.
• Ensure proper upkeep of ornamental plants, shrubs, trees, seasonal flowers, and turf areas.
• Monitor plant health and implement corrective measures to maintain aesthetic standards.
• Prepare and execute annual and seasonal landscaping plans.

Plantation & Horticulture Operations

• Manage plantation activities including planting, pruning, transplanting, fertilization, and soil conditioning.
• Develop and maintain nurseries for ornamental and landscaping plants.
• Ensure optimum survival and growth rates of planted trees and shrubs.
• Recommend suitable plant species based on climate, soil conditions, and project requirements.

Irrigation Management

• Supervise irrigation systems including drip, sprinkler, and automated irrigation networks.
• Monitor water consumption and ensure efficient water management practices.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair of irrigation infrastructure.

Pest & Disease Control

• Identify plant diseases, pest infestations, and nutrient deficiencies.
• Implement preventive and corrective pest management measures.
• Ensure safe usage and storage of fertilizers, pesticides, and horticultural chemicals.
• Maintain records of treatment schedules and compliance requirements.

Landscape Development Projects

• Coordinate execution of new landscaping projects and garden development activities.
• Review landscape drawings, planting schedules, and material specifications.
• Monitor contractors and vendors engaged in landscaping and horticulture works.
• Ensure quality, cost control, and timely completion of horticulture-related projects.

Environmental & Sustainability Initiatives

• Support environmental sustainability programs including tree plantation drives and biodiversity initiatives.
• Promote composting, organic manure usage, and waste recycling practices.
• Maintain compliance with environmental regulations and company sustainability objectives.

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Manage horticulture contractors, gardeners, and maintenance staff.
• Evaluate vendor performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.
• Verify work completion and certify contractor bills.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain records of plant inventory, fertilizer consumption, pest control activities, and maintenance schedules.
• Prepare periodic reports on landscape condition, plantation status, and improvement plans.
• Track budget utilization and operational expenses.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of horticulture practices and landscape management.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and water conservation techniques.
• Familiarity with plant nutrition, soil science, and pest management.
• Understanding of landscape drawings and planting plans.
• Vendor and contractor management skills.
• Budgeting and cost control capabilities.
• Good communication and team management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office for reporting and documentation.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in maintaining large-scale landscapes, gardens, townships, campuses, industrial facilities, airports, hotels, hospitals, educational institutions, or infrastructure projects.
• Hands-on experience in nursery management, plantation activities, and landscape development projects.
• Experience in managing teams of gardeners and horticulture contractors.
• Exposure to environmental sustainability and green belt development initiatives.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Landscape and garden maintenance quality.
• Plant survival and growth rate.
• Irrigation system efficiency and water conservation.
• Reduction in pest and disease incidents.
• Compliance with maintenance schedules.
• Budget adherence and cost optimization.
• Contractor performance management.

Customer/stakeholder satisfaction with landscape aesthetics