Experienced Gardener

Botanica Landscapes & Gardening; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Genuine opportunity to grow within the

Varied work

Job summary

Botanica Landscapes & Gardening in Melbourne's Essendon area is seeking an Experienced Gardener to join our team. You will perform routine garden maintenance, mowing, hedging, pruning, and client liaison to deliver high-quality outdoor care.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in garden maintenance, good fitness, strong attention to detail, and a valid driver's licence. We value reliability, teamwork and a proactive, professional approach, with opportunities for progression within the

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–3 years of proven experience in garden maintenance.
• Good physical fitness and ability to perform manual labour in various weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Good communication skills and a professional, friendly demeanour with clients.
• A valid driver's licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine garden maintenance tasks including mowing, edging and tidying outdoor spaces
• Prune and trim hedges, shrubs, and trees
• Operate and maintain gardening equipment safely
• Communicate with clients regarding garden health and seasonal care advice
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance on job sites and transport vehicles

Skills

Garden maintenance

Lawn mowing

Hedging

Communication with clients

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Horticultural qualifications or certifications

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION: EXPERIENCED GARDENER

About the opportunity

Due to growth and increased demand, Botanica Landscapes & Gardening is seeking an Experienced Gardener to join the team.

We are primarily a garden maintenance business, based in Essendon, 3040. We work in well maintained properties and pride ourselves on our quality, reliability and customer service.

This role would suit someone who has great attention to detail, enjoys working outdoors, and wants to be part of a business that values attitude, teamwork and initiative.

At Botanica Landscapes & Gardening, we aim to provide a workplace where people are supported, trusted and able to grow within the business.

Position title: Experienced Gardener

Location: Essendon and surrounding suburbs

Employment type: Full-time

Hours: Equivalent to 38 hours per week

Days: 9 DAY FORTNIGHT

About the role

The successful candidate will take a hands-on role in the day-to-day operations at Botanica Landscapes & Gardening.

They will be responsible for helping us deliver gardening tasks (mowing, hedging etc.) to a high standard. This role requires someone who can work under direction while maintaining a professional and reliable approach.

This is a role that offers genuine progression within the business. The owner is actively looking to grow the business and is looking for a candidate that is able to demonstrate crew leadership. high quality workmanship and great communication skills.

Key responsibilities

Perform routine garden maintenance tasks including lawn mowing, edging, and general tidying of outdoor spaces

Prune and trim hedges, shrubs, and trees

Operate and maintain gardening equipment and machinery safely and effectively

Communicate with clients regarding garden health, maintenance recommendations, and seasonal care advice

Maintain a clean and professional appearance on job sites and transport vehicles

The ideal candidate will have

Minimum of 2-3 years of proven experience in garden maintenance

Good physical fitness and ability to perform manual labour in various weather conditions

Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes

Good communication skills and a professional, friendly demeanour with clients

Preferably, relevant horticultural qualifications or certifications

A valid driver's licence is required

What we value

At Botanica Landscapes & Gardening, we care about more than just technical ability.

We are looking for someone who:

• Takes pride in their work
• Turns up when they say they will
• Communicates honestly and clearly
• Treats clients and team members with respect
• Shows initiative when something needs to be done
• Is willing to be coached, trained and supported
• Wants to contribute to a positive team culture

What we offer

For the right candidate, we offer:

• 38 hours per week
• Training and development
• Genuine opportunity to grow within the business
• Varied work