Indoor Plant Horticulturalist - Maintenance & Care

Oxygen Plantscaping (a subsidiary of Plant Based Building Solutions); Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual employment

Career growth

Competitive remuneration

Independence

Job summary

Oxygen Plantscaping is seeking an experienced, horticulturally trained Indoor Plant Maintenance Specialist to join our Melbourne-based team. You will care for indoor plants, planters and living walls across premium commercial spaces, ensuring high presentation standards.

Working across a portfolio of clients, you will monitor plant health, manage watering, pruning and routine maintenance, with autonomy and a focus on quality, safety and professional client service.

Qualifications

• Formal horticultural training or qualifications.
• Hands-on experience in professional indoor plant care and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of indoor plant species, their growing requirements and common plant health issues.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in your work.
• Good English communication skills and a professional manner.
• Full driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Physically fit and comfortable undertaking hands-on maintenance work.

Responsibilities

• Indoor plant care including watering, pruning, cleaning and general maintenance.
• Identify and manage plant health issues, pests and diseases.
• Monitor plant performance, light conditions and watering needs.
• Maintain living walls, feature planting and designer planters.
• Replace plants and assist with new installations.
• Provide friendly, professional service to corporate clients.
• Work independently while maintaining high presentation standards.

Job description

Oxygen Plantscaping (a subsidiary of Plant Based Building Solutions) – Melbourne VIC

Oxygen (O2) Plantscaping is seeking an experienced, horticulturally trained Indoor Plant Maintenance Specialist to join our Melbourne-based team.

We specialise in creating and maintaining beautiful, design-led indoor green spaces for premium commercial offices and workplaces across Melbourne.

Backed by a diverse, skilled and professionally trained team, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional horticultural care, innovative plantscaping solutions and outstanding client service.

We're looking for someone who genuinely loves plants, takes pride in their work and has the horticultural knowledge and practical experience to keep indoor plants thriving.

About the Role

Working across a portfolio of commercial clients, you'll be responsible for maintaining the health, appearance and presentation of indoor plants, designer planters and living walls.

Key responsibilities include:

• Indoor plant care, watering, pruning, cleaning and general maintenance.
• Identifying and managing plant health issues, pests and diseases.
• Monitoring plant performance, light conditions and watering requirements.
• Maintaining living walls, feature planting and designer planters.
• Replacing plants and assisting with new installations.
• Providing friendly, professional service to our corporate clients.
• Working independently while maintaining O2's high presentation standards.

About You

• Formal horticultural training or qualifications.
• Previous hands-on experience in professional indoor plant care and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of indoor plant species, their growing requirements and common plant health issues.
• Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in your work.
• Good English communication skills and a professional manner.
• Full driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Physically fit and comfortable undertaking hands-on maintenance work.

What We Offer

• Casual employment with the opportunity to transition to full-time for the right candidate.
• Genuine career growth and advancement opportunities as our business continues to expand.
• The opportunity to develop your skills and take on greater responsibilities within the business.
• Competitive remuneration based on qualifications and experience.
• Work across premium commercial offices and beautifully designed indoor environments.
• Be part of a diverse, experienced and highly skilled horticultural team that values collaboration, knowledge-sharing and professional development.
• Variety, independence and the opportunity to make a real impact.