We are seeking a skilled and motivated Landscape Gardener to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing gardens, lawns, and landscaped areas across a variety of sites. This role involves hands‐on horticultural work including planting, pruning, mowing, irrigation management, and general grounds upkeep. You will work both independently and as part of a team to ensure outdoor spaces are presented to a high standard year‐round.
Benefits
* Competitive salary package with superannuation
* Stable full‐time employment with regular hours
* Opportunities for career growth in landscaping and horticulture
* Supportive and team‐oriented work environment
* Exposure to a variety of residential and commercial projects
* Training and upskilling opportunities where required
Task & responsibilities
* Prepare sites for landscaping works, including soil preparation, excavation, levelling, and drainage installation.
* Plant and maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, and other garden features in accordance with project requirements.
* Construct and install landscaping structures such as paving, retaining walls, garden beds, pathways, irrigation systems, and decorative features.
* Operate and maintain landscaping tools, machinery, and equipment safely and efficiently.
* Apply fertilizers, mulch, and soil conditioners to promote healthy plant growth.
* Monitor plant health and undertake weed, pest, and disease control activities where required.
* Carry out regular garden and landscape maintenance including mowing, pruning, edging, trimming, watering, and rubbish removal.
* Ensure all landscaping works are completed in compliance with workplace health and safety standards and environmental regulations.
* Liaise with supervisors, team members, and clients to ensure projects are completed on time and to a high standard.
* Assist with material selection, loading/unloading, and site clean‐up activities.
* Identify opportunities to improve landscape appearance, functionality, and sustainability.
Qualification & experience
* AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on‐the‐job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) or at least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications.
* Minimum 1–2 years full‐time experience in gardening, landscaping, or grounds maintenance
* Sound knowledge of plants, soils, irrigation systems, and landscaping techniques.
* Ability to read and interpret landscaping plans and specifications.
* Physically fit and capable of performing manual outdoor work.
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* White Card and valid driver's licence preferred.
About Company
External Works Pty Ltd T/As Externals Landscape Services is a professional landscaping and outdoor maintenance company delivering high‐quality garden care, landscape construction, and grounds maintenance services across residential, commercial, and public spaces. We pride ourselves on reliability, attention to detail, and creating sustainable outdoor environments that enhance property value and appearance.
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