Grounds Supervisor

About the role

The Grounds Supervisor plays a central role in stewarding Shangri La’s vibrant 5-acre oceanfront site by overseeing the care and cultivation of its gardens, landscapes and hardscapes. Collaborating with the Operations team, the Grounds Supervisor ensures that outdoor areas are maintained to the highest standards of preservation, beauty and safety.

Responsibilities

• Elevate and preserve the beauty, safety and functionality of Shangri La’s grounds.
• Ensure the health, beauty and integrity of gardens, plantings and hardscapes across the 5-acre oceanfront site.
• Diagnose and address plant health, irrigation and environmental conditions to sustain a thriving landscape.
• Lead and develop a high-performing grounds team.
• Supervise daily operations, set clear priorities and ensure consistently high-quality work.
• Coach, train and support staff growth while fostering accountability and strong team culture.
• Champion operational excellence in grounds management.
• Plan and execute daily, seasonal and long-term maintenance and restoration efforts, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement across the site.
• Oversee equipment, materials and work practices to ensure efficiency, safety and compliance.
• Ensure seamless cross-functional collaboration.
• Collaborate across teams to prepare for events, special projects and visitor engagement.
• Contribute to restoration and capital improvement initiatives that enhance the center’s impact.
• Perform other work, including special projects, as assigned.

Requirements

• Landscape Industry Certified Technician (formerly known as CLT) preferred.
• High school graduate or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Proficient in plant identification, irrigation systems, soil management, pest/disease control and hardscape maintenance.
• Experience supervising or mentoring team members and promoting safe work practices.
• Skilled in using landscaping tools, equipment and vehicles.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to give and follow instructions.
• Computer literacy, including comfort with Microsoft Suite, with a willingness to adopt new technology, including AI, to drive efficiency and communicate effectively.
• Ability to communicate in multiple languages is preferred.
• Commitment to inclusive, team-oriented work and a collegial attitude.
• Demonstrated hands-on leadership experience in: landscaping, horticulture, tree and shrub care, fertilizer and chemical application, pesticides, plant identification, pool and pond care, irrigation and sprinkler and/or drainage systems.
• Sound judgment to complete assigned tasks safely and report concerns or issues to the Operations Manager.
• Possession of or willingness to obtain specialized training and certifications as required.
• Flexible and positive approach to collaboration, with a willingness to jump in and support across departments.
• Ability to work in varied outdoor conditions, including heat, sun exposure and wet weather.
• Physically capable of performing demanding tasks that include lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, bending, climbing, navigating uneven terrain, working at heights over 10 feet and operating power tools.
• Willingness to work flexible hours for special events, including weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Valid Hawai‘i driver’s license and clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Landscape Industry Certified Technician (formerly known as CLT).
• High school graduate or equivalent work experience.
• Proficient in plant identification, irrigation systems, soil management, pest/disease control and hardscape maintenance.
• Experience supervising or mentoring team members and promoting safe work practices.
• Skilled in using landscaping tools, equipment and vehicles.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to give and follow instructions.
• Computer literacy, including comfort with Microsoft Suite, with a willingness to adopt new technology, including AI, to drive efficiency and communicate effectively.
• Ability to communicate in multiple languages.
• Commitment to inclusive, team-oriented work and a collegial attitude.
• Demonstrated hands-on leadership experience in: landscaping, horticulture, tree and shrub care, fertilizer and chemical application, pesticides, plant identification, pool and pond care, irrigation and sprinkler and/or drainage systems.
• Sound judgment to complete assigned tasks safely and report concerns or issues to the Operations Manager.
• Possession of or willingness to obtain specialized training and certifications as required.
• Flexible and positive approach to collaboration, with a willingness to jump in and support across departments.
• Ability to work in varied outdoor conditions, including heat, sun exposure and wet weather.
• Physically capable of performing demanding tasks that include lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, bending, climbing, navigating uneven terrain, working at heights over 10 feet and operating power tools.
• Willingness to work flexible hours for special events, including weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Valid Hawai‘i driver’s license and clean driving record.

Skills

• Landscape Industry Certified Technician (formerly known as CLT).
• Plant identification, irrigation systems, soil management, pest/disease control and hardscape maintenance.
• Supervision and mentoring of team members.
• Use of landscaping tools, equipment and vehicles.
• Organizational and communication skills.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Suite.
• Ability to communicate in multiple languages.
• Leadership experience in landscaping, horticulture, tree and shrub care, fertilizer and chemical application, pesticides, plant identification, pool and pond care, irrigation and sprinkler and/or drainage systems.
• Safety and sound judgment.
• Flexibility and positive approach to collaboration.
• Physical capability to perform demanding tasks.

Benefits

• Industry-leading benefits, including a 15% employer contribution to your 401(k), comprehensive health insurance, four weeks of paid vacation with additional paid time off, and matching gift benefits of up to $20,000 per year—all designed to support employees’ well-being, productivity and engagement.
• A values-driven culture rooted in integrity, excellence, collaboration, openness and imagination, and a deep commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Pay

Anticipated starting salary range is $56,800 to $71,000, and the final offer will depend on experience.

Schedule

Full time, exempt.