Landscape Gardener

ISHRAQUE AHMAD AND ASSOCIATES LEGAL SERVICES PTY L; Inner West; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Outdoor Establishments in Sydney is seeking a reliable Landscape Maintenance Gardener / Horticulturist to join our residential garden maintenance team. The role covers high-end properties across Sydney and requires a sound understanding of horticulture and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities include pruning, lawn care, planting, irrigation maintenance and safe operation of gardening equipment. You will work 38 hours per week, with a permanent full-time contract, and a salary of AU$79,423 plus

Qualifications

• Residential garden maintenance experience.
• Sound knowledge of plants and pruning.
• Current driver's licence and ability to work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular garden maintenance on high-end properties.
• Pruning, trimming and shaping trees, shrubs and plants.
• Weeding, mulching and turf maintenance.
• Irrigation maintenance and equipment handling.
• Communicate issues to the supervisor and document tasks.

Skills

Horticulture knowledge

Pruning techniques

Plant health monitoring

Independent worker

Team player

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture

Tools

Lawn mowing equipment

Job description

Position: Landscape Maintenance Gardener / Horticulturist

Location: Sydney, NSW

Employment Type: Full-time & Permanent

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable, motivated and experienced Landscape Maintenance Gardener / Horticulturist to join our residential garden maintenance team at Outdoor Establishments.

The role involves maintaining high-end residential gardens across Sydney, ensuring gardens are presented and maintained to a consistently high standard. The successful applicant will have a sound understanding of horticulture, a strong work ethic and take pride in delivering quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out regular garden maintenance across high-end residential properties.
• Pruning, trimming and shaping trees, shrubs, hedges and ornamental plants.
• Weeding, mulching, cultivating garden beds and general garden presentation.
• Lawn mowing, edging, fertilising and turf maintenance.
• Plant health monitoring, including identifying pests, diseases and nutritional deficiencies.
• Undertake planting, transplanting and general horticultural works.
• Maintain irrigation systems and identify any faults or maintenance requirements.
• Operate and maintain gardening equipment, machinery and tools safely.
• Remove green waste and maintain clean, tidy and organised work sites.
• Follow scheduled maintenance programs and complete allocated tasks efficiently.
• Communicate any garden issues, maintenance requirements or additional work identified on site to the team supervisor.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in residential garden maintenance.
• Certificate III in Horticulture or relevant industry experience (preferred).
• Sound knowledge of plants, pruning techniques and general horticultural practices.
• Experience operating garden maintenance equipment and machinery.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high presentation standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a professional approach when working at clients' properties.
• Current driver's licence.
• White Card (preferred).

Personal Attributes

• Reliable, punctual and well presented.
• Takes pride in their work and demonstrates initiative.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Organised, efficient and able to follow instructions.
• Respectful and professional when working in clients' homes and gardens.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in established, high-end residential gardens across Sydney.
• A varied role involving quality horticultural work.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to develop horticultural knowledge and practical skills.

Working Arrangements

• Work Type: Full-time & Permanent
• Working Hours: 38 hours per week
• Salary: $79,423 per year plus superannuation
• Work Location: In person