Franchise Hotel - Garden Supervisor

Overview

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The Garden Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all landscaping, gardening, and outdoor maintenance activities across the hotel’s premises. This role ensures that all gardens, green areas, pathways, and outdoor facilities are maintained to the highest standards, providing a clean, safe, and visually appealing environment for guests and colleagues. The Garden Supervisor leads a team of gardeners and coordinates with the Engineering Department to ensure efficient operations.

• Supervise daily gardening operations, including planting, watering, pruning, mowing, fertilizing, and pest control.
• Ensure all landscaped areas, lawns, flower beds, and decorative plants are well‑maintained and aligned with the hotel’s aesthetic standards.
• Monitor plant health and implement corrective measures as needed.
• Plan seasonal landscaping and garden enhancement projects.

• Lead, train, and schedule the gardening team to ensure effective performance and productivity.
• Conduct regular briefings and assign daily tasks to team members.
• Provide coaching and support to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Monitor attendance, discipline, and overall performance of gardening staff.

• Ensure proper use, care, and maintenance of gardening tools, machinery, and equipment (mowers, trimmers, irrigation systems, etc.).
• Maintain inventory of plants, soil, fertilizers, tools, and other materials.
• Request necessary supplies in a timely manner to support continuous operations.

• Oversee operation and maintenance of irrigation systems to ensure adequate watering of all areas.
• Troubleshoot irrigation issues and coordinate repairs with the Engineering team if required.

• Ensure all gardening work is performed in compliance with safety procedures and environmental guidelines.
• Report hazards, damaged facilities, or potential risks to the Engineering Manager.
• Implement eco‑friendly practices whenever possible.

• Coordinate with the Engineering Department and other hotel teams (Housekeeping, Recreation, etc.) for outdoor area requirements.
• Prepare daily and weekly reports on garden maintenance activities, staff performance, and material usage.
• Assist in planning landscaping budgets and improvement projects.

• Diploma or certification in Landscaping, Horticulture, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in gardening or landscaping; supervisory experience required.
• Strong knowledge of tropical plants, soil, irrigation, and pest control.
• Ability to operate landscaping tools and equipment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must be physically fit and able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Good understanding of plant species suitable for coastal/tropical environments.
• Ability to maintain large outdoor areas such as beaches, pathways, recreational spaces, and natural landscapes.
• Awareness of sustainability practices and environmental protection measures for island ecosystems.

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.
We welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance.

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