Lead Landscape Projects & Teams – Canterbury

The Plant People; Kaiapoi; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Plant People seeks an experienced Team Leader based at our Kaiapoi Depot to guide landscape construction and maintenance projects throughout Canterbury. You will coordinate, manage and deliver a variety of projects, working with project managers, clients and onsite teams to ensure safety, efficiency and high-quality outcomes.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong horticultural knowledge, proven team leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in a leadership or management role within landscaping or horticulture.
• Strong knowledge of the New Zealand landscaping industry.
• Sound horticultural knowledge, including planting, plant identification, and maintenance practices.
• Project planning and project management experience.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and financial management capabilities.
• The ability to motivate, coach, and lead teams to achieve outstanding results.
• A commitment to health, safety, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Leading and coordinating landscape construction and maintenance teams.
• Managing project delivery, planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Pricing project variations and supporting tender submissions.
• Monitoring project budgets and financial performance.
• Conducting site meetings and client reporting.
• Ensuring compliance with NZ3910 contract requirements.
• Driving a strong health and safety culture across all operations.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and business growth.
• Supporting and developing staff through effective leadership and communication.

Skills

Leadership

Project planning

Communication

Financial management

Team motivation

Health & safety culture

Relationship-building

Mentoring

Education

Horticulture qualification

Job description

The Plant People seeks an experienced Team Leader based at our Kaiapoi Depot to guide landscape construction and maintenance projects throughout Canterbury. You will coordinate, manage and deliver a variety of projects, working with project managers, clients and onsite teams to ensure safety, efficiency and high-quality outcomes.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong horticultural knowledge, proven team leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement.