CivilandScape has recently created an opening for an experienced and qualified landscape gardener and horticulturist. The successful candidate will be working around Sydney's inner city and outer suburbs providing services to a diverse range of projects from high-end residential to high-rise city centre commercial projects as well as council maintenance work. CivilandScape is looking for a knowledgeable, well-presented and diligent applicant to immediately join our team.
Prerequisites
Certificate III or above in Horticulture studies
3 years' experience in either horticulture and/or greenkeeping
Ability to operate all garden maintenance equipment
Sound understanding of WHSE and ability to operate in line with NSW WHSE practices
Good oral and written communication skills
Basic to moderate written and computing skills (basic Word and Excel)
Manual driver's licence
Current driver's licence
Current White Card NSW
Role
The role generally requires a candidate who:
Is present well in their attire and manner, particularly when liaising with clients and in front of the general public
Operates efficiently, diligently and can work independently unsupervised
Has good communication skills when liaising with the team and our clients
The role entails the following daily / weekly duties:
Oversee cultivation and maintenance of trees and plants
Monitor health and growth of trees and plants
Provide advice to clients and the business as required
General landscape maintenance (watering, feeding, cutting, hedging, pruning, cleaning, etc.)
Order materials as required and allocate costs to each project
Report fortnightly on expenses, including project cost allocation
Additional Information
Working hours are generally between 7:00 am and 4:00 pm from Monday to Friday (5-day week)
Company car and telephone will be provided
Annual salary of $55,000 – $75,000, including superannuation
Majority of work will be based around inner city and suburbs of Sydney
Genuine opportunity to become head of maintenance division as the business grows in this department
Expected Start Date: 01/02/2021
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Annual salary based on experience.
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