Job Purpose:
Lead and manage all landscape maintenance operations, Supervise and train landscape staff, including gardeners, horticulturists, and irrigation technicians. Collaborate with hotel/residential management and design consultants to align landscaping with the brand.
Key Result Areas:
The Director of Centralised Landscape is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and management of all landscape maintenance operations across luxury hospitality and residential properties. The role ensures pristine, resort-quality aesthetics while integrating sustainable practices, local flora, and high guest/resident satisfaction standards.
General:
Strategic Planning & Design
- Lead the development and implementation of landscape master plans.
- Conceptualize and execute landscape design projects that enhance the resort’s visual identity and environmental goals.
Operational Leadership
- Manage daily operations of landscape maintenance, gardening teams, and seasonal planting schedules.
- Ensure high standards of care for all green spaces, including gardens, parks, and beachfront areas.
Project Management
- Oversee new landscape development projects from concept through completion.
- Prepare and monitor project timelines, cost estimates, and quality benchmarks.
Creative & Technical Documentation
- Independently produce high-quality reports, proposals, and design documentation.
- Prepare and deliver presentations for internal review, executive briefings, and stakeholder meetings.
Budgeting & Resource Allocation
- Develop and manage the annual landscaping budgets.
- Source materials and contractors, ensuring cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, motivate, and mentor a diverse landscaping team.
- Provide training and development opportunities to uphold best practices in horticulture and safety.
Sustainability & Environmental Stewardship
- Integrate eco-friendly practices into landscape design and maintenance (e.g., native plants, water-efficient irrigation).
- Collaborate with the sustainability team to support environmental certifications and initiatives.
Other Responsibilities
- Perform any other duties, responsibilities, or tasks as reasonably assigned by management, including participating in cross-functional projects, supporting other departments, or responding to emergencies or unexpected operational needs.
Key Qualifications:
- Degree in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Environmental Design, or a related field.
- Minimum of 15- 25 years’ experience in landscape design and management, preferably in a luxury resort or large property setting.
- Demonstrated ability to write detailed reports, develop proposals, and create and deliver impactful presentations.
- Proven leadership skills, with experience managing teams and cross-functional collaborations.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, independence, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Fluent in Thai and English (spoken and written).
- Knowledge of tropical horticulture and sustainable landscaping practices.