Horticulture Crew Leader: Parks & Open Space Lead

City of Kingston; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 76,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17.5% annual leave loading

Learning and development

Accrued day off every four weeks

Salary Packaging

Study/development assistance

Discounted gym memberships

16 weeks paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Close to Public transport

Free Onsite parking

Job summary

City of Kingston is seeking a Horticulture Crew Leader to join the Open Space team at Dingley Village. This hands-on leadership role balances fieldwork with crew coordination to maintain Kingston's parks, gardens, and public spaces.

Based at Dingley Village, you will lead a small field crew, plan daily work, ensure safety and standards, and mentor staff. Requirements include supervisory experience in horticulture, a Certificate III in Horticulture, and a Victorian driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• Experience in horticulture or open space maintenance with supervisory background.
• Certificate III in Horticulture or equivalent qualification.
• Current Victorian driver’s licence; HR licence or similar an advantage.
• Solid understanding of workplace health and safety obligations in outdoor environments.
• Strong communication and ability to coordinate a team in the field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a field crew in the maintenance of parks, gardens, streetscapes, and reserves across the municipality.
• Plan and prioritise daily work schedules, allocating tasks in line with seasonal requirements and service standards.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with safe work practices, relevant legislation, and Council policies.
• Mentor crew members, supporting skills development and a positive, collaborative team culture.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team coordination

Communication skills

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture

Job description

City of Kingston is seeking a Horticulture Crew Leader to join the Open Space team at Dingley Village. This hands-on leadership role balances fieldwork with crew coordination to maintain Kingston's parks, gardens, and public spaces.

Based at Dingley Village, you will lead a small field crew, plan daily work, ensure safety and standards, and mentor staff. Requirements include supervisory experience in horticulture, a Certificate III in Horticulture, and a Victorian driver’s licence.