Landscape Gardener [Trevor Mick Pty Ltd, Trading As Dimension Gardenscape]

Trevor Mick Pty Ltd, Trading As Dimension Gardenscape; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Career development opportunities

Modern machinery & tools

Job summary

Trevor Mick Pty Ltd, trading as Dimension Gardenscape, is seeking a qualified Landscape Gardener to join our Karabar field operations team. You will own landscape construction, softscape installation, plant care, and ongoing garden maintenance on residential and commercial sites.

The ideal candidate has AQF Certificate III in Landscape Construction or Horticulture, 2–3 years of hands-on experience, and a valid Australian Driver Licence. Work rights in Australia are required.

Qualifications

• Hold AQF Certificate III in Landscape Construction, Certificate III in Horticulture, or overseas equivalent.
• Have 2–3 years of relevant landscape experience.
• Proficient in hardscaping and softscaping.
• Valid Australian Driver Licence and White Card.

Responsibilities

• Interpret plans and select materials for residential and commercial sites.
• Prepare soil, seedbeds, and turfing for softscape installations.
• Plant trees, shrubs, and beds suited to climate and soils.
• Install hardscape structures: paving, retaining walls, pergolas.
• Maintain lawns with mowing, hedging, and fertilisation.
• Prune trees and install stakes and supports.
• Inspect plants for pests and disease and apply corrective treatments.
• Operate landscaping machinery and uphold WHS standards.

Skills

Hardscaping knowledge

Softscaping knowledge

Plant knowledge

Education

AQF Certificate III in Landscape Construction

Certificate III in Horticulture

Overseas equivalent qualification

Job description

Our client, Trevor Mick Pty Ltd, trading as Dimension Gardenscape, is a premier landscape design, construction, and garden maintenance specialist operating across the Capital region and southern New South Wales. Based in Karabar, NSW, the business delivers complete outdoor transformations for high‑end residential and commercial clients, specializing in bespoke hardscaping, architectural softscaping, turf establishment, timber features, and ongoing grounds care. Driven by a commitment to horticultural excellence, structural craftsmanship, and client satisfaction, Dimension Gardenscape manages tailored landscaping projects to the highest industry standards.

They are now seeking a qualified and experienced full‑time Landscape Gardener to join their field operations team in Karabar, NSW. Reporting to the site supervisor and management, the role involves taking end‑to‑end ownership of landscape construction, softscape installation, tree and plant care, hardscape building, and ongoing garden maintenance. It calls for strong practical expertise, physical fitness, meticulous attention to detail, and confident communication on active job sites.

This is a full‑time position offering a competitive salary within the range of $75,000 to $85,000 AUD per annum, plus superannuation, benchmarked against market salary rates and commensurate with the technical skill, experience, and operational accountability required for the role.

SCOPE OF THE ROLE:

• Interpreting landscape plans, construction drawings, and job specifications to select suitable materials, plant species, and establish efficient project execution schedules across residential and commercial sites.
• Executing comprehensive site preparation and soil cultivation, establishing optimal seedbeds, spreading topsoil, and preparing planting zones for new softscape installations.
• Selecting, propagating, and planting trees, shrubs, hedges, flowers, and bulbs tailored to regional climate conditions, soil types, and client aesthetic preferences.
• Preparing lawn bases through grading and topsoil distribution, laying instant turf rolls, and sowing specialized grass seed to establish healthy, durable lawn areas.
• Setting out and installing hardscape structures, including paving, gravel areas, retaining walls, garden edging, timber pergolas, fences, and ornamental water features.
• Delivering systematic garden and turf maintenance, including precision mowing, hedging, weeding, deep watering, and applying specialized soil fertilisation treatments.
• Pruning trees, hedges, and shrubs using appropriate arboricultural techniques, and installing plant support structures, stakes, and protective devices.
• Inspecting plants, trees, and turf to assess health conditions, diagnosing pest infestations, nutrient deficiencies, or fungal diseases, and determining corrective treatments.
• Safely operating chainsaws, pole saws, and hand tools to lop overgrown branches, shape tree canopies, and remove dead or hazardous timber from job sites.
• Mixing and applying chemical sprays and pest controls (insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides) in strict accordance with environmental regulations and chemical handling guidelines.
• Operating commercial landscaping equipment and machinery safely while maintaining a clean, organized work site and enforcing strict Work Health and Safety (WHS) protocols at all times.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, YOU SHOULD:

• Hold a relevant qualification — AQF Certificate III in Landscape Construction, Certificate III in Horticulture, or an equivalent qualification (or overseas equivalent).
• Have at least 2 to 3 years of relevant professional work experience as a Landscape Gardener or Tradesperson in landscape construction and garden maintenance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in both hardscaping (paving, retaining walls, structural timber) and softscaping (soil prep, turfing, planting, tree pruning).
• Sound knowledge of plant species, turf establishment, soil science, pest management, and chemical spraying standards.
• Hands‑on experience in safely operating commercial landscaping machinery, power tools, and specialized arboricultural equipment.
• Hold a valid Australian Driver Licence and White Card (General Construction Induction).
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills with high attention to finish quality.
• Willingness to work on‑site across Karabar, Queanbeyan, and the broader region.
• Must hold valid Australian work rights at the time of application.

WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN:

• A competitive full‑time salary package of 75,000–85,000 AUD per annum, plus superannuation, negotiated based on experience and capability.
• Opportunity to work with a highly regarded, growing landscape design and construction firm.
• Fully equipped operational environment with modern machinery, commercial tools, and professional safety gear.
• Supportive team culture with genuine opportunities for skill development and long‑term career stability.

Trevor Mick Pty Ltd, trading as Dimension Gardenscape, is committed to an Australian‑first employment strategy and a recruitment process that is fair, transparent, and strictly merit‑based. Applications are assessed solely on skills, qualifications, experience, and role suitability, without regard to personal background.

Only where genuine recruitment efforts confirm that no suitably qualified or experienced local candidates are available will individuals with valid work rights, or those eligible for employer sponsorship, be considered, strictly in line with the Migration Act 1958, Migration Regulations 1994, and current Department of Home Affairs policy. Employer sponsorship is approached as a measure of last resort, reflecting our commitment to workforce integrity, regulatory compliance, and the long‑term development of local talent.