Permanent full-time position
- 38 hours per week
- Springvale Location
- Above Award Rates + superannuation
Are you a natural leader with a green thumb and an eye for detail? If so, we invite you to join our team as a Head Gardener at one of Racecourse location.
**Responsibilities**:
- This is a dual role based at Sandown Racecourse managing the gardens and grounds side for the Melbourne Racing Club, while also assisting on the sports turf side of the contract when required
- You will need to create nutrition and spray programs for gardens and lawns. Make sure important areas like the winning post, mounting yard, and formal lawns look great for race days and TV events. You'll also work with event and track management.
- Assist with leading a team of maintenance staff, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently.
- Follow schedules and prioritise tasks to ensure timely completion of garden maintenance activities, including planting, hedging, weeding, pruning and fertilising.
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to the team to enhance their horticultural skills and safety practices.
- Regularly inspect garden areas to assess their condition, identify improvements needed, and implement corrective actions.
**Benefits**:
- Receive Above Award rates for your expertise.
- Access prerequisite training to excel in your role.
- Enjoy a supplied uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Engage in social events fostering team camaraderie.
- Thrive in a supportive management team and fantastic team culture.
- Ongoing safety training programs and resources available.
**About You**:
- Experience in both gardening and sports turf
- Certificate III in Horticulture, Parks & Gardens or min 5 year's experience
- Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain
- White Card
- Valid Drivers' license (Manuel)
- Team player with excellent communication 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.
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