Assistant Manager - Horticulture

Responsibilities

Horticulture & Landscape Management

• Plan, develop, and maintain landscaped areas, gardens, lawns, medians, and green belts across the port premises.
• Ensure healthy growth and maintenance of trees, shrubs, flowering plants, and ornamental vegetation.
• Develop seasonal plantation programs and beautification initiatives for port infrastructure.
• Monitor plant health and implement corrective measures for disease, pest, and nutrient management.
  
  

Maintenance & Operations

• Supervise day-to-day horticulture operations, including pruning, watering, mowing, trimming, and replantation activities.
• Ensure optimum functioning of irrigation systems and water conservation practices.
• Conduct routine inspections of landscaped areas and take proactive measures to maintain greenery standards.
• Maintain inventory of plants, fertilizers, pesticides, tools, and horticultural equipment.
  
  

Environmental Sustainability

• Support environmental sustainability initiatives through plantation drives and green cover enhancement programs.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to plantation and green belt development.
• Promote eco-friendly landscaping practices and efficient utilization of natural resources.
  
  

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Manage horticulture contractors, gardeners, and outsourced workforce.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to scope, quality, safety, and timelines.
• Verify bills, maintain records, and ensure contractual compliance.
  
  

Planning & Budget Management

• Prepare annual horticulture maintenance plans and budgets.
• Monitor expenditure and ensure cost optimization without compromising landscape quality.
• Recommend innovative landscaping solutions and sustainability measures.
  
  

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure safe handling and storage of fertilizers, pesticides, and gardening equipment.
• Adhere to organizational HSE standards and statutory requirements.
• Maintain documentation related to horticulture activities, plantation records, and compliance reports.
  
  

Qualifications

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Forestry, Landscape Management, or related discipline.
• Master's Degree in Horticulture or Landscape Management will be preferred.
  
  

Experience

• 5-8 years of experience in horticulture, landscaping, green belt development, or facility management.
• Experience in industrial plants, ports, SEZs, airports, townships, or large infrastructure projects preferred.