We are seeking an experienced Horticulture and Gardening Outreach Manager to oversee horticultural operations, community engagement, and educational leadership at Jurong Lake Gardens, with particular focus on Chinese Garden, Therapeutic Garden and the 4-hectare Edible Garden.
National Parks Board
Manager/ JLG Horticulture and Gardening Outreach
Fixed Terms
Closing on 31 Oct 2025What the role is
What you will be working on
You will manage lush and vibrant gardens to serve the recreational and lifestyle pursuits of our community:
Operations and Maintenance
Manage day-to-day arboriculture, horticulture operations and estate management for Chinese Garden and Therapeutic Garden, ensuring optimal plant health and garden presentation standards. Maintain the gardens as a flagship example for community gardens and the landscape industry, showcasing best practices that others can learn from and emulate.
Edible Garden Management
Lead the curation and maintenance of the 4-hectare Edible Garden within Chinese Garden, providing specialised care for thematic areas including the Plant Factory and Kitchen Garden. Propagate plants for introduction, plant trials and showcase. Oversee renewal and maintenance programmes to showcase exemplary garden conditions, manage unique plant collections, and demonstrate best practices in edible garden artistry and sustainable gardening techniques.
Community Engagement
Develop and implement community engagement and educational activities and programmes that facilitate access to plant and biodiversity education, foster community connection with nature and sustainable gardening practices.
What we are looking for
Areas of study in Horticulture, Plant Science, Botany, Landscape Architecture or related field.
Relevant experience in horticultural management, community outreach, and educational programming or related fields.
Strong knowledge of edible and tropical plants, sustainable gardening practices, and arboriculture.
Excellent communication, programme development, and leadership skills.
Enjoy working outdoors, experience in managing large-scale garden operations and industry demonstration projects.
Able to multi-task in performing a diverse range of duties, including enforcement when required.
Willing to work after office hours and during weekends and public holidays when required.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About your application process
This job is closing on 31 Oct 2025.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within National Parks Board or the wider Public Service.
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.
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