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National Parks Board

Senior Manager/Manager (Horticulture)

National Parks Board

Fixed Terms

Closing in 4 day(s)

What the role is

The Singapore Botanic Gardens (SBG) is a leading tropical botanical institute and a premier green space. It has an extensive collection of tropical plants, ranging from in situ and ex situ collection of orchids, palms, cycads, gingers, significant trees and heritage trees (some of which predates the Gardens), themed gardens showcasing the cultural significance of plants, and natural and restored habitats for flora and fauna.

What you will be working on

As part of the Living Collections team, you will be responsible for maintaining, developing, and sharing about the landscapes and plant collections within the Gardens (Central Core). Your multifaceted role will involve:
•    Managing horticultural operations
•    Curating botanical collections
•    Propagating and conserving rare plant species
•    Supporting botanical and ecological research (e.g., monitoring plant phenology)
•    Undertaking landscaping and habitat restoration
•    Developing interpretive materials for the public
•    Sharing about plant collections through publications and conducting tours
•    Overseeing contract management and record keeping
•    Ensuring site cleanliness
•    Managing wildlife
•    Collaborating with other operational teams (e.g., facilities management, visitor services) to ensure smooth running of the Gardens

Additionally, you will contribute to various programmes and activities typical of a public garden, such as:
•    Educational outreach
•    Horticultural Show
•    Corporate and social events

What we are looking for


•    Area of study in horticulture, botany or a related field
•    Motivated and proactive, with initiative in following up on site management and assigned tasks
•    Team player with strong communication, organisational, and supervisory skills
•    Hands-on individual who enjoys outdoor work and has a passion for plants
•    Interest in or willingness to develop skills in tropical horticulture and botany
•    Experience in developing and maintaining plant collections, preferably in a public park or garden and in themed Gardens, is preferred
•    Experience with and/or interest in cultivating a wide range of woody and herbaceous plants is advantageous
•    Good understanding of tropical trees management is beneficial
•    Certification as a Practising Horticulturist (accredited by the Australian Institute of Horticulture) and/or Certified Arborist (accredited by the International Society of Arboriculture) is advantageous

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About National Parks Board

At the National Parks Board (NParks), we take pride in conserving our natural heritage and enhancing green spaces for all to enjoy in our City in Nature. We have a multi-talented and highly passionate team that is driven by the goal to create a unique world-class living environment through excellence in biodiversity conservation, greenery and recreation, and veterinary care in partnership with the community. If you share our love for nature and animals, and our zest for innovation and continuous learning, we have the perfect working environment for you.