4 Landscape Maintenance jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are looking for a skilled Landscape Maintenance Engineer to oversee the maintenance and enhancement of outdoor spaces. The ideal candidate will have expertise in landscape management, irrigation systems, and environmental sustainability, ensuring that all landscapes are healthy, beautiful, and sustainable.

Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement, and oversee landscape maintenance programs for various properties, including parks, commercial areas, and residential communities.
• Manage and maintain irrigation systems to ensure optimal water usage and plant health.
• Conduct regular inspections of landscapes to identify issues such as pest infestations, plant diseases, and soil problems.
• Coordinate with landscape architects and designers to ensure alignment with design plans and specifications.
• Supervise and train maintenance staff on best practices in landscaping, safety, and equipment use.
• Develop and manage budgets for landscape maintenance projects.
• Monitor the health and growth of plants and make recommendations for improvements or replacements.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities, including scheduling, labor, and materials used.
• Stay current with landscape maintenance technologies, trends, and best practices.

Maintenance Planning And Execution

• Ability to prepare and execute maintenance schedules and plans for softscape.
• Capable of preparing weekly, monthly, incident, and condition survey reports on softscape.

Required Managerial & Leadership Skills

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Meet with Clients on a regular basis to ensure work is carried out.
• Proven ability to perform in a site supervision role.
• Must be knowledgeable of current landscape practices and how to best implement it on the project.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers and team members.
• Monitor routine maintenance and progress on reported deficiencies and ensure that maintenance is of good standard that ensures the viability and continued success of the installation and that issues are reported and addressed.
• Resource management (manpower and materials).
• Management of suppliers of materials for timely delivery.
• Treat client’s environment as if it were our own.
• Exceeds client expectations to earn loyalty, trust, and referrals.
• Control and manage manpower, machinery and material to achieve optimum efficiency.
• Check and measure the performed work in his line of work.

OHS Responsibilities

• Ensure that all landscape maintenance activities comply with the company’s HSE policies and guidelines as set by the HSE Officer.
• Collaborate with the HSE Officer to address any safety concerns on-site and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Monitor and enforce safety practices among maintenance staff, ensuring adherence to safety protocols during operations.
• Participate in safety meetings and audits in coordination with the HSE Officer to ensure continuous improvement in safety performance.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, BSc Agriculture, Agriculture Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in landscape maintenance, management, or engineering.
• Strong knowledge of plant species, pest management, soil health, and irrigation systems.
• Experience with landscape design and project management.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Arabic speaking candidates preferred.
• Minimum 4-6 Years Landscape Maintenance experience (Soft & Hard landscaping and Irrigation & Water feature systems) is a must.
• Only People with Middle East / UAE experience apply for the job.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with sustainable landscaping practices and environmental regulations.
• Proficiency in using landscape management software and tools.
• Certification in landscape maintenance or related fields is a plus.

Required Computer & Communications Skills

• Must be computer literate and able to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports, etc.
• Worked in Auto CAD software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must be fluent in English both written and spoken.
• Knowledge about any landscape management software’s/CAFM/Asset Management will be added advantage.

Salary: Based on the Experience.

Benefits: Visa, Health insurance, Yearly Air ticket, Leave Salary, gratuity as per UAE Labour Law. Opportunities for professional development and advancement. Positive and supportive work environment.

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Apt Resources is seeking a dedicated and motivated Junior Landscape Engineer to join the team of a prestigious Royal Palace in Abu Dhabi. In this role, you will supervise landscape maintenance tasks, ensuring the grounds are maintained to the highest standards, and work closely with senior supervisors and the landscape team.

• Supervise daily landscape maintenance activities including mowing, planting, pruning, and irrigation.
• Support the planning of landscape projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to design specifications.
• Monitor the health and appearance of plants and landscaping features, identifying issues and proposing solutions.
• Coordinate with landscape team members to ensure proper techniques and safety practices are followed.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and report on project progress.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior team members in landscape maintenance and best practices.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members regarding project requirements and expectations.

• Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Design, Horticulture, Agronomy, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in landscape maintenance or supervision is a MUST.
• Basic knowledge of plants, landscaping techniques, and irrigation systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
• Must be locally available in UAE.

The salary is AED plus accommodation, food, and other benefits as per UAE labor law.

Apt Resources is seeking a dedicated and motivated Junior Landscape Engineer to join the team of a prestigious Royal Palace in Abu Dhabi. In this role, you will supervise landscape maintenance tasks, ensuring the grounds are maintained to the highest standards, and work closely with senior supervisors and the landscape team.

• Supervise daily landscape maintenance activities including mowing, planting, pruning, and irrigation.
• Support the planning of landscape projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to design specifications.
• Monitor the health and appearance of plants and landscaping features, identifying issues and proposing solutions.
• Coordinate with landscape team members to ensure proper techniques and safety practices are followed.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and report on project progress.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior team members in landscape maintenance and best practices.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members regarding project requirements and expectations.

• Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Design, Horticulture, Agronomy, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in landscape maintenance or supervision is a MUST.
• Basic knowledge of plants, landscaping techniques, and irrigation systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
• Must be locally available in UAE.

The salary is AED plus accommodation, food, and other benefits as per UAE labor law.