Landscape Team Leader

The Hill Pukekohe LP; Pukekohe; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Modern tools

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

The Hill Pukekohe LP is seeking an experienced Landscape Team Leader to guide a landscaping crew, coordinate projects, and ensure high-quality work is delivered safely and on schedule.

You will lead from the front, read landscape plans, operate equipment as needed, and foster a positive, collaborative field culture with a strong focus on safety and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading landscaping crews and projects.
• Strong knowledge of planting, paving, lawn prep and landscape construction.
• Ability to read and interpret landscape plans and schedules.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a landscaping crew on site.
• Plan and coordinate landscape construction projects.
• Assign daily tasks and monitor progress.
• Ensure safety, quality, and on-schedule delivery.
• Operate licensed machinery when required.
• Maintain site cleanliness and presentation.

Skills

Leadership

Landscaping

Site planning

Equipment operation

Crew mentoring

Reading landscape plans

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

The Hill Pukekohe is a premier luxury retirement village set across 11 hectares on the lower slopes of Pukekohe Hill. Designed to offer an exceptional lifestyle for our residents, The Hill will feature more than 100 architecturally designed villas alongside premium communal amenities, including a health spa, clubhouse, café, boutique care facility, and beautifully landscaped grounds.

We are a proud family-owned business that values quality workmanship, teamwork, and respect. We foster a positive and supportive workplace culture where people are encouraged to take ownership, develop their skills, and enjoy coming to work. If you're passionate about landscaping and want to be part of building something special from the ground up, we'd love to hear from you.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Landscape Team Leader to join our growing team. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll be responsible for leading a landscaping crew, coordinating projects, and ensuring high-quality landscaping work is delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

About the Role

As our Landscape Team Leader, you'll be responsible for:

• Leading and mentoring a landscaping crew
• Planning and coordinating landscape construction projects
• Assigning daily tasks and monitoring progress
• Ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Using company software to assist with landscape design work
• Managing site logistics and schedules
• Operating landscaping equipment and machinery
• Maintaining a safe work environment and ensuring compliance with company standards

Key Responsibilities

You'll be actively involved in a variety of landscaping tasks, including:

• Garden shaping and preparation
• Plant layout and installation
• Lawn preparation, ready lawn installation, hand seeding, and hydroseeding
• Manual digging and shovel work
• Wheelbarrow work and material handling
• Site clean‑up and presentation
• Machinery operation where licensed

About You

You are an experienced landscaper who enjoys leading from the front and takes pride in delivering high‑quality work. You thrive in an outdoor environment, have a strong eye for detail, and are passionate about creating landscapes that leave a lasting impression.

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• Proven experience in landscaping, landscape construction, or horticulture.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring, or supervising a team.
• Strong knowledge of planting, paving, lawn preparation, and general landscape construction techniques.
• Confidence operating landscaping equipment and machinery.
• The ability to read and interpret landscape plans and work schedules.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A positive, hands‑on attitude with a willingness to get stuck in alongside your team.
• A commitment to workplace health and safety and delivering quality outcomes.
• A current Full New Zealand Driver Licence.
• WTR endorsement or machinery experience would be an advantage.

Why Join Us?

• Work on a variety of landscaping projects
• Supportive and professional team environment
• Opportunities to grow your leadership skills
• Modern equipment and tools provided
• Competitive pay package for the right candidate