Landscape Leading Hand

Ar Developments Pty; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time, long-term opportunity

Strong project pipeline

Supportive team culture

Career progression opportunities

Safety-focused company

Job summary

Ar Developments Pty is seeking an experienced Landscape Leading Hand to supervise on-site crews and drive high-quality landscaping and civil works across Southeast Queensland. You will lead, coordinate daily tasks, and partner with Foremen to ensure on-time delivery while maintaining a strong safety culture.

The role offers a full-time, long-term career with a supportive team, project variety, and opportunities for progression as the company grows and secures more residential and commercial

Qualifications

• Experience as a Landscape Leading Hand or in a similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of landscaping methods, materials, and construction practices.
• A hands-on approach and willingness to lead from the front.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining quality standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• White Card and current Driver's Licence.
• Certificate III in Landscape Construction (preferred).
• Skid Steer Ticket (highly regarded).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality landscaping works safely, efficiently, and to project deadlines.
• Construct timber and pool fencing, gates, and related structures.
• Complete soft landscaping works including planting, mulching, turfing, bush regeneration, watering, and river rock installation.
• Perform hard landscaping works including drainage, retaining walls, edging, slab preparation, bulk earthworks, and stormwater infrastructure.
• Lead and motivate site crews to achieve daily production targets.
• Plan, allocate, and oversee daily tasks in line with project schedules.
• Supervise and support landscapers, labourers, subcontractors, and trades.
• Assist the Foreman with site coordination, quality control, and project delivery.
• Promote and maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Hands-on approach

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Landscape Construction (preferred)

Tools

White Card

Driver's Licence

Skid Steer Ticket

Job description

About the Role

With a strong pipeline of upcoming projects across Southeast Queensland, we're looking for experienced Landscape Leading Hands to help deliver high-quality landscaping and civil works projects.

Working closely with our Landscape Foremen, you'll lead crews on-site, coordinate daily activities, and play a hands-on role in creating exceptional outdoor environments. We pride ourselves on maintaining a strong safety culture, supporting career growth, and recognising those who take ownership and deliver results.

Key Responsibilities

Landscaping Operations

• Deliver high-quality landscaping works safely, efficiently, and to project deadlines
• Construct timber and pool fencing, gates, and related structures
• Complete soft landscaping works including planting, mulching, turfing, bush regeneration, watering, and river rock installation
• Perform hard landscaping works including drainage, retaining walls, edging, slab preparation, bulk earthworks, and stormwater infrastructure

Leading Hand Duties

• Lead and motivate site crews to achieve daily production targets
• Plan, allocate, and oversee daily tasks in line with project schedules
• Supervise and support landscapers, labourers, subcontractors, and trades
• Assist the Foreman with site coordination, quality control, and project delivery
• Promote and maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience as a Landscape Leading Hand or in a similar leadership role
• Strong knowledge of landscaping methods, materials, and construction practices
• A hands-on approach and willingness to lead from the front
• The ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining quality standards
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• White Card and current Driver's Licence
• Certificate III in Landscape Construction (preferred)
• Skid Steer Ticket (highly regarded)

Why Join Us?

• Full-time, long-term opportunity with a growing business
• Strong pipeline of secured projects
• Supportive team culture and experienced leadership
• Career progression opportunities
• Work on a diverse range of residential and commercial projects
• Safety-focused company that values its people

If you're a motivated Landscape Leading Hand looking for a stable role with genuine career growth, we'd love to hear from you. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and start a conversation with our team.

For enquiries, contact Donna Taylor, Talent Acquisition Specialist at [e-mail].