Lead Garden Maintenance Specialist

Greenbynature; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained vehicle

Growth opportunities

Safety training

Job summary

Greenbynature is seeking a hands-on leader for their Horticulture team in Mascot, New South Wales. This full-time position involves guiding a team of garden maintenance staff to ensure high standards in garden care while maintaining a safety-first culture.

The ideal candidate will possess a Certificate III in Horticulture and have experience mentoring team members. Enjoy great benefits, including a fully maintained vehicle and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Mature and reliable with high attention to detail.
• Experience guiding and mentoring team members.
• Sound practical experience with tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to the team.
• Undertake hands-on work in garden care tasks.
• Ensure all work meets high standards and timeframes.
• Operate and maintain tools, machinery, and vehicles safely.
• Report progress and issues to management.

Skills

High attention to detail

Team leadership

Organization skills

Excellent communication

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture or equivalent

Tools

A variety of gardening tools

Job description

This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking for the next step in your career.Work for a high-profile client at their site in Mascot.

This full-time hands-on leadership position will see you working within our Horticulture team. Lead your team of garden maintenance staff, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and exceed our clients’ expectations.

Why you'll love working at Green by Nature

• Receive great benefits in return for your skills and expertise
• Fully maintained vehicle, tablet and phone
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Growing company with upskilling and career advancement opportunities
• Thrive in a supportive management team and fantastic team culture
• Enjoy a safety-first culture and receive ongoing safety training

What's involved

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to the team to enhance their skills and safety practices
• Undertake hands on work including mowing, pruning, hedge trimming, weeding, mulching, planting, and general garden care.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and within set timeframes.
• Operate and maintain tools, machinery, and vehicles safely
• Report progress, issues, and requirements to management
• Pest and disease identification and treatment
• Maintaining high horticultural standards and attention to detail

What you’ll bring:

You will be a mature and reliable with high attention to detail who strives to exceed client expectations.You enjoy being hands on with your team and passing on your extensive knowledge and experience to junior team members.

• Certificate III in Horticulture or Parks & Gardens, or equivalent experience
• High level organisation and prioritisation skills
• Experience guiding and mentoring team members
• Sound practical experience with a variety of tools and equipment
• Driver's licence is essential
• Ability to pass pass a police and security checks essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Our Team & Culture

Discover Green by Nature, our purpose is to enhance lives by constructing, nurturing, and maintaining exceptional green spaces. We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. Safety is a critical part of our culture.

We embrace and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.Accountability, Bravery and Care are our core values.

How to Apply

Grow with us at Green by Nature! Submit your resume today.