Landscaping Manager

Kuredhivaru Resort and Spa is a tropical oasis nestled in the Noonu atoll within 45 minutes seaplane journey from Male International Airport. The live and colorful house reef, the white sand beach and picture-perfect scenes make the resort as an ultimate beach holiday destination for both thrill seekers and leisure lovers. Each of our 105 villas boast a private pool, cozy terrace and direct access to the ocean. The contemporary and eco-friendly design of the villas offer our guests a comfortable accommodation and laid-back resort experience. Job Description: - Lead and manage all landscaping and horticultural operations across the resort, ensuring gardens, lawns, beaches, public areas, villas, pathways, and back-of-house areas are maintained to the highest luxury hospitality standards. - Develop, implement, and continuously improve landscape maintenance programs, seasonal planting schedules, and beautification projects that enhance the resort's natural environment and guest experience. - Supervise, train, and motivate the landscaping team, fostering a culture of excellence, safety, sustainability, and continuous development. - Monitor and maintain the health of all plants, trees, palms, turf, and landscaped areas through effective irrigation, fertilization, pruning, pest control, and disease management programs. - Manage all irrigation systems to ensure efficient water usage and support sustainable landscaping practices throughout the resort. - Plan, coordinate, and oversee landscaping enhancement projects, garden redesigns, renovations, and new developments, ensuring timely completion within budget and quality standards. - Develop and manage departmental budgets, control landscaping operating expenses, and oversee the procurement, inventory, and storage of plants, tools, equipment, fertilizers, and other landscaping materials. - Collaborate with Engineering, Housekeeping, Sustainability, and Guest Experience teams to maintain exceptional outdoor environments and support resort initiatives, events, weddings, VIP visits, and special functions. - Preserve and enhance the island's natural beauty by promoting biodiversity, protecting native plant species, and implementing environmentally responsible landscaping practices. - Monitor contractor and vendor performance, ensuring all landscaping services and projects comply with resort standards, safety requirements, and environmental regulations. - Conduct regular inspections of all landscaped areas and implement corrective actions to maintain presentation, cleanliness, and operational excellence. - Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and sustainability policies, including the safe handling and storage of fertilizers, chemicals, and other materials.