Casual Garden Labourer

Green by Nature; Hornsby; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Green by Nature in Australia is seeking a Casual Garden Labourer to join our team, working across the grounds of a prestigious independent school. You will help maintain gardens, lawns and open spaces, gaining hands-on experience with a professional landscape maintenance team.

The role suits someone who enjoys outdoor work, is reliable and a quick learner, with basic plant care knowledge and a current driver's licence preferred. Safety and quality workmanship come first.

Qualifications

• Experience in landscape or gardening is a plus.
• Current driver’s licence preferred.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with landscape and garden maintenance activities
• Mowing, edging and maintaining turf areas
• Weeding, pruning, mulching and planting
• Supporting seasonal garden improvement projects
• Operating basic landscaping equipment and tools safely
• Maintaining clean and well-presented outdoor spaces
• Working collaboratively with the broader grounds maintenance team

Skills

Outdoor work

Physically fit

Team player

Safety minded

Reliable

Job description

Casual Garden Labourer

Help Maintain the Grounds of a Leading Independent School

At Green by Nature, we create and maintain outdoor spaces that people can be proud of. We're seeking a Casual Garden Labourer to join our team working across the grounds of a prestigious independent school, helping to maintain high-quality gardens, lawns and open spaces.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work and is looking to gain experience with a professional landscape maintenance team.

About the Role

Working alongside experienced horticulturalists and grounds staff, you'll assist with the day-to-day maintenance of gardens, turf areas and landscaped grounds to ensure they remain safe, healthy and visually appealing year-round.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with landscape and garden maintenance activities
• Mowing, edging and maintaining turf areas
• Weeding, pruning, mulching and planting
• Supporting seasonal garden improvement projects
• Operating basic landscaping equipment and tools safely
• Maintaining clean and well-presented outdoor spaces
• Working collaboratively with the broader grounds maintenance team

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Physically fit and comfortable performing outdoor manual work
• Reliable, punctual and eager to learn
• Able to work effectively within a team environment
• Committed to safety and quality workmanship
• Positive in attitude with a strong work ethic

Preferred but not essential:

• Previous experience in landscape maintenance, gardening, groundskeeping or turf maintenance
• Basic knowledge of plant care and garden maintenance
• Current driver's licence

Why Join Green by Nature?

• Gain hands-on experience with an experienced grounds maintenance team
• Work within beautifully maintained educational grounds
• Supportive team culture and safety-first environment
• Opportunity to develop practical horticulture and landscaping skills
• Potential pathways to future opportunities within Green by Nature

Our Team & Culture

At Green by Nature, our purpose is to enhance lives by constructing, nurturing and maintaining exceptional green spaces. We foster a culture built on Accountability, Bravery and Care, where people are supported to grow and succeed.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.