Job description

The Landscaping Engineer will be responsible for the maintenance, beautification, and sustainable upkeep of all outdoor spaces, gardens, and green areas. This role ensures that the grounds reflect a clean, professional image and comply with hygiene and safety standards required for any facility.

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- Key Responsibilities:

1. Landscape Maintenance

• Routine care of lawns, trees, plants, and flowerbeds, ensuring proper watering, pruning, trimming, and fertilization.

• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure efficient water usage.

• Plan and execute seasonal planting, replanting, and landscaping improvements.

2. Pest & Weed Control

• Implement safe and environmentally friendly pest and weed control programs.

• Ensure the use of hospital-approved chemicals and procedures to maintain hygiene and patient safety.

3. Hardscape & Outdoor Facilities

• Inspect and maintain outdoor fixtures such as pathways, benches, lighting, and signage to ensure safety and aesthetics.

• Coordinate repair or replacement of damaged hardscape elements.

4. Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

• Develop and follow preventive maintenance schedules for landscaping equipment (mowers, trimmers, irrigation pumps, etc.).

• Maintain service logs and inspection records of all outdoor facilities.

5. Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all landscaping work adheres to local environmental and safety regulations.

• Follow infection control guidelines by maintaining clean and pest-free surroundings.

• Support inspections by MOH or other regulatory bodies regarding outdoor environments.

6. Coordination & Reporting

• Prepare periodic reports on landscaping activities, issues identified, and recommendations for improvement.

• Assist in budgeting for landscaping materials, tools, and major projects.

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-- Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscaping, Horticulture, Agriculture, or a related field.

• 3–5 years of experience in landscape maintenance or facility grounds management, preferably in healthcare or commercial complexes.

• Strong knowledge of irrigation systems, plant care, and pest control methods.

• Ability to read landscape plans and implement design modifications.

• Hands-on problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

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-- Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to work on shifts or be on-call for emergencies.

• Physically fit to perform outdoor inspections and hands-on work as required.

• Must have a valid Driving License.