Team Leader

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

Job summary

A landscaping company in Perth is seeking a hands-on leader for their garden maintenance team. The role requires a Certificate III in Horticulture or equivalent and experience managing teams. You'll lead by example, ensuring high-quality work and safety. Benefits include a maintained vehicle, laptop, and career advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Fully maintained vehicle

Work laptop and phone

Uniform and PPE provided

Career advancement opportunities

Ongoing safety training

Qualifications

• Experience in garden maintenance and tools usage.
• Proven ability to develop junior team members.
• Current driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Guide and mentor the garden maintenance team.
• Perform hands-on maintenance including mowing and pruning.
• Maintain equipment and ensure safety practices.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Horticultural knowledge

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture or Parks & Gardens

Tools

Mowers

Hedgers

Whipper snippers

Blowers

Hand tools

Job description

About the Role

This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking for the next step in your career.Work on high-profile green spaces with one of Green by Nature's most prestigious clients.

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

Responsibilities

• 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 need:

• Certificate III in Horticulture or Parks & Gardens, or relevant equivalent experience
• Proven ability to effectively prioritise work and develop junior team members
• Sound practical experience with a variety of tools and equipment such as mowers, hedgers, whipper snippers, blowers, hand tools and petrol operated equipment
• Current driver's licence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

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

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.