Landscape Maintenance | Horticulturist

O Landscapes Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

O Landscapes Pty Ltd in Sydney is seeking Horticulturists/Apprentices to join our growing team. This full-time role focuses on the ongoing care, cultivation, and maintenance of gardens and landscaped areas to keep them healthy, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing.

You will perform routine maintenance, identify and treat plant issues, operate landscaping equipment safely, and assist with planting schemes. Applicants should have horticulture qualifications or be willing to enter an apprenticeship

Qualifications

• Proven experience in landscape maintenance and plant care.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong physical fitness for outdoor work in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance tasks including pruning, weeding, fertilising, and watering of gardens, shrubs, and trees
• Identify and treat plant diseases, pests, and other horticultural issues using appropriate methods and products
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment and tools in a safe and professional manner
• Prepare soil, plant new specimens, and establish planting schemes according to design specifications
• Monitor plant health and growth, adjusting maintenance schedules as required with seasonal changes
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work completed and materials used
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding their landscape requirements and provide professional advice
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and best practices in landscape maintenance

Skills

Outdoor work

Plant care

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

Qualifications in Horticulture, Parks & Gardens

Willing to sign on to an Apprenticeship

Job description

O Landscapes is an established landscape construction and maintenance company with more than 20 years of experience within the industry. We work with long term clients and have a variety of ongoing maintenance contracts based throughout Sydney.

We are currently seeking Horticulturists / Apprentices to join our growing team in Sydney. This is a full-time position. In this role, you will be responsible for the ongoing care, cultivation, and maintenance of gardens and landscaped areas, ensuring they remain healthy, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing.

Key responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance tasks including pruning, weeding, fertilising, and watering of gardens, shrubs, and trees
• Identify and treat plant diseases, pests, and other horticultural issues using appropriate methods and products
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment and tools in a safe and professional manner
• Prepare soil, plant new specimens, and establish planting schemes according to design specifications
• Monitor plant health and growth, adjusting maintenance schedules as required with seasonal changes
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work completed and materials used
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding their landscape requirements and provide professional advice
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and best practices in landscape maintenance

What we're looking for

• Qualifications in Horticulture, Parks & Gardens, or willing to sign on to an Apprenticeship.
• Proven experience in landscape maintenance, plant care, and horticultural practices
• Proficiency in the safe operation of landscaping equipment and machinery
• Excellent physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Valid driver's licence and reliable transport to access multiple job sites
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work
• Excellent communication and customer service skills