Landscape Maintenance Supervisor

City of Karratha; City Of Karratha; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Superannuation

Relocation allowance

Company vehicle

Study assistance

EAP

Housing support

Leisure membership

Job summary

City of Karratha is seeking an experienced Landscape Maintenance Supervisor to lead a multi-disciplinary team responsible for parks, streetscapes, gardens, trees, and natural areas.

You will coordinate maintenance programs, oversee minor projects, manage contracts and environmental initiatives, and drive continuous improvement and customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory/leadership role within landscape maintenance or related fields.
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance, arboriculture, horticulture and environmental management principles.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and stakeholder engagement with a customer service focus.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage multiple projects, teams and contractors simultaneously.
• Current C Class Driver’s Licence, Traffic Management Certificate, First Aid Certificate and National Police Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a multi-disciplinary Landscape Maintenance team delivering high-quality maintenance outcomes across parks, gardens, streetscapes, trees, and natural areas.
• Coordinate scheduled and reactive maintenance programs, ensuring works are delivered efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.
• Oversee minor landscape projects, contractor management, and implementation of environmental and biodiversity initiatives.
• Support the delivery of operational plans including weed management, foreshore management, street tree programs, and natural area restoration.
• Manage fleet, plant, procurement, inspections, and operational administration while promoting continuous improvement and customer service excellence.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Planning & multi-projects

Education

C Class Driver’s Licence

Traffic Management Certificate

First Aid Certificate

National Police Clearance

Job description

We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Landscape Maintenance Supervisor to lead a dedicated team responsible for maintaining and enhancing our parks, streetscapes, gardens, trees, and natural areas.

We are building for the future — and there’s never been a better time to join the City. Driven by the Council Plan 2025–2035 and the priorities of our community, we are growing our team and creating new roles that will help us deliver meaningful, lasting impact.

If you are looking for more than just your next role, this is your opportunity to be part of an organisation with purpose, energy and ambition, and to do work that truly matters to the community we serve.

About the Role

• Lead and supervise a multi-disciplinary Landscape Maintenance team delivering high-quality maintenance outcomes across parks, gardens, streetscapes, trees, and natural areas.
• Coordinate scheduled and reactive maintenance programs, ensuring works are delivered efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.
• Oversee minor landscape projects, contractor management, and implementation of environmental and biodiversity initiatives.
• Support the delivery of operational plans including weed management, foreshore management, street tree programs, and natural area restoration.
• Manage fleet, plant, procurement, inspections, and operational administration while promoting continuous improvement and customer service excellence.

Role Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in a supervisory or leadership role within landscape maintenance, horticulture, arboriculture, or natural area management.
• Strong knowledge of landscape maintenance practices, arboriculture, horticulture, contract management, and environmental management principles.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills with a strong customer service focus.
• Ability to effectively plan, prioritise, problem solve, and manage multiple projects, teams, and contractors simultaneously.
• Relevant qualifications or extensive industry experience, along with a current C Class Driver’s Licence, Traffic Management Certificate, First Aid Certificate, and National Police Clearance.

Why Join Us?

• 6 weeks annual leave and 13% superannuation
• Allowances up to $12,188 available for employees residing in Karratha
• Free Karratha Leisureplex or Wickham Recreation Precinct membership, and a salary sacrificing option (up to $500 per annum) for specific programs or family members
• Up to $3,000 per year for approved study assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential wellbeing support
• Housing & relocation packages negotiable for employees residing in Karratha
• Allocated company vehicle with commuter use

Please note: Applications are managed through our careers portal and not via LinkedIn Easy Apply.