Thematic Garden Designer

About the role

The Thematic Garden Designer (TGD) joins the Facilities Management Contractor's supporting team and is responsible for conceptualising, designing and implementing thematic landscape, floral and horticultural displays that enhance visitor experiences and support events, festivals and placemaking initiatives. The role is based in Singapore.

Key responsibilities

• Develop thematic landscape concepts, floral displays and greenery installations aligned with events, seasonal celebrations, cultural showcases and branding objectives.
• Create immersive outdoor experiences by selecting and arranging plants, landscape materials, decorative features and thematic elements.
• Prepare and present design proposals, mood boards, planting palettes, sketches and visual concepts for review and approval.
• Incorporate horticultural knowledge, artistic creativity and cultural relevance into designs.
• Recommend suitable plant species, materials and decorative elements, considering site conditions and maintainability.
• Coordinate with horticultural, landscape maintenance and event teams to ensure timely implementation of approved designs.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Landscape Design, Landscape Architecture, Horticulture, Environmental Design or a related discipline.
• At least five years of relevant experience in thematic landscape design, floral display design, placemaking, tourism attractions, public parks, resorts or themed environments.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing cultural, seasonal or event-based landscape concepts and installations.
• Comprehensive portfolio of completed thematic landscape, floral or horticultural projects; cultural or tourism-themed work is an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of tropical plant species, planting design principles, landscape materials and aesthetic composition.
• Ability to coordinate across horticultural, maintenance and event teams.