LANDSCAPING VICTORIA MASTER LANDSCAPERS EMPLOYMENT LISTING

Welcome to the Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers 'Employment Hub'.

This is a great employment platform for Master Members to post situations vacant within their businesses as well as the opportunity for those currently involved in or trying to break into this progressive industry. The great news is that you don't have to be a current member to seek employment through our hub! Each week Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers sends out a job listing to all current members. This is where you can feature your current situation.

If you would like to post an advertisement in the hub please use the contact us form and enter the relevant details for your listing. Alternatively you can contact us directly for all enquiries and listings via marketing@landscapingvictoria.com.au

All employment listings will remain active for a period of four weeks unless we have been notified prior to extend and or remove post once position has been filled.

Situations Vacant

Qualified Landscapers/Skilled Civil Labourers

Are you doing the same job day in day out?
Craving variety in Landscaping jobs?

Are you proud of what you achieve each day?

If so, take advantage of this rare opportunity to join the team at Landstruct.

Landstruct is an award winning, established and highly experienced Landscape Design and Construction Business looking for Qualified and Skilled Staff

If you are someone who truly takes pride in their work, aspires to build exceptional quality landscapes, thrives on continuous improvement, is excited by on-going learning and development and ready to join a family culture, then this could be the start of a great career for you.

We work with a well known client base who all have a passion for impeccable design and quality construction.

We offer well above industry/award rates and an environment that fosters talent driven by a supportive and dynamic leadership team.

To be considered for this incredible opportunity, you will ideally possess the following skills and attributes;

5+ years experience in Landscape Constructions.
Cert III in Landscape and or equivalent trade experience would be beneficial but is no means mandatory.
Ability to motivate, drive and lead a team.
An ability to understand and interpret landscape documentation, levels, designs and specifications.
Have experience and a high level of skills in paving, concreting and/or timber works along with associated soft landscape, irrigation knowledge.
Have a current and valid white card.
Have a sound knowledge of OH&S Practices and Regulations and is focused on onsite OH&S.
Hold a current Victorian drivers licence and WWCC.
Excavator/bobcat licence, and any other relevant landscape tickets would be advantageous however again, this is not mandatory.

An ASAP start would be highly desired, however we will wait for the right person

If interested, please send your cover letter, resume and if you have pictures of you previous work, then that would impress us! Please send to:

gbond@landstruct.com.au or

contact Gary Bond on 0405 135 486

Posted 28 January 2020

Multiple Opportunities Available

Super Gardens is Victoria's longest standing privately owned Commercial Landscape Construction, Gardens and Grounds Maintenance and Sports Turf Management businesses, spanning 30 years.

Our strategy is for growth and we have a strong pipeline of $Multimillion Landscape Construction projects stretching well into 2020 and beyond. To meet our clients’ needs and continue to uphold our high standards in quality and service, we have a number of opportunities for industry experienced candidates to join our team.

Landscape Supervisors – South East / North West
Irrigation Technician – North West
Concrete Foreman – South East
Qualified Horticulturalist/Landscapers

This is a great time to join Super Gardens as we continue to grow. We provide opportunities for long term career development and a professional and friendly team environment.

For further information, please visit our website www.supergardens.com.au/careers or contact our HR Manager, Lorraine Ross, 9561 2333 or lorrainer@supergardens.com.au.

Posted 24 January 2020

Experienced Horticulturalist/Landscape Gardener

Lisa Ellis Gardens is an award-winning design, installation and maintenance company based in East Malvern, Victoria. We are a passionate team of designers and horticulturists committed to delivering quality high end gardens to our clients. We are a small close team, with high expectations both internally and externally.

We believe our staff are our greatest asset and value them accordingly through competitive remuneration, lifestyle work balance, ongoing training & development & social team building activities in a supportive and caring work environment.

We are seeking an experienced horticulturist to join our team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The role of Experienced Horticulturist will require fulfilment of the following tasks:

Maintenance and installation of exclusive residential and commercial gardens to high standards, working between our maintenance and projects team
Working as part of a team with other staff, including apprentices, as well as independently, as required
Regular liaison with clients and scheduling and managing work undertaken
Sound knowledge of irrigation systems, and their installation and maintenance, including programming and problem solving with faults
Sound plant identification skills and cultivation knowledge

Competence in the identification of insects, pests, weeds and diseases and initiating control procedures
Use of, and maintenance of, gardening tools, lawn mowers, whipper snippers, hedging equipment, ladders etc.

EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate must possess:

Minimum Qualification Certificate III in Horticulture
Minimum of three years experience in residential garden maintenance
Local plant knowledge/experience
Current Drivers License for manual vehicles

The successful applicant will be:

Friendly, reliable and possess a professional manner
Comfortable in communicating with clients, suppliers and other contractors
Highly professional and trustworthy
Able to keep detailed documentation of work in gardens as well as have acute attention to detail & possess good time management skills
Well groomed, fit and strong to undertake all aspects of garden maintenance independently

We require two personal references and two work references with your application.

Please note that this position is not suitable for recently qualified horticulturist.

All applicants must currently reside within Melbourne region and have the right to work permanently within Australia.

An immediate start is available to the right candidate

Please email applications to Andrew Greenwood - careers@lisaellisgardens.com.au or call 0408 953 332.

Posted 23 January 2020

Apprentice Landscape Gardener

We specialise in the design, construction and maintenance of residential gardens across the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. We enjoy high quality work to create nice gardens and are looking for an interested person to join our team. You will hold a genuine interest in physical, outdoor work and be a person who holds pride and responsibility for your work outcomes. If you are looking to gain formal qualifications, we can discuss an apprenticeship.

Our residential gardening projects are individualised to each client, allowing us variety and interesting work. Desired Landscapes is a great good place to gain or consolidate landscaping skills in a small, friendly team.

We undertake garden tasks like paving, decking, screening and fencing, garden bed preparation, irrigation, edging, retaining walls, lighting and planting works. We also care for the gardens that we create and have a schedule of maintenance work - mowing, weed control, pruning and pest and disease control.

Good personal presentation is important to our business, and a current drivers licence would be an advantage. Some outdoor / physical work experience and the display of interest in this area of work would also be considered favourably.

To view examples of our work, please visit our website at www.desiredlandscapes.com.au .

To apply please send through a resume to jenna@desiredlandscapes.com.au .

Posted 22 January 2020

Qualified Landscape Gardener

We specialise in the design, construction and maintenance of residential gardens across the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. We enjoy high quality work to create nice gardens and are looking for an interested landscape gardener to join our team. You will hold a genuine interest in physical, outdoor work and be a person who holds pride and responsibility for your work outcomes. You will be mostly working in a small team environment with other qualified staff and or apprentice/labourer staff. Sometimes we will ask for you to work independently and depending on your skills and interests, there may be a leadership position available.

To view examples of our work, please visit our website at www.desiredlandscapes.com.au.

To apply please send through a resume to jenna@desiredlandscapes.com.au .

Posted 22 January 2020

Front-End Loader/Forklift Driver/Machine Operator

Do you have a great work ethic, love operating equipment, have an eye for detail and take pride in your work?
Then we want to talk to you!
Bio Gro is looking for a professional, experienced operator to join the team at our Dandenong South site to operate in our Potting Mix Production & Organics areas.
We are looking for an experienced front-end loader/forklift driver/machine operator to complement our existing team.
We own and operate a Premium Distribution Site for Potting Mix and Transfer Station for Organics Recycling
Please submit your resume to admin@biogro.com.au or contact BJ our Site Supervisor on 0437 222 433 for further information.

Posted 21 January 2020

Experienced & Qualified Landscaper

Have you been looking for a role that highly values your contribution and skills as an experienced landscaper? Maybe you can’t see your career progressing further at your current employer? Perhaps you are self-employed and get more fulfilment out of working with your hands rather than behind a computer? Are you the sort of person that is self-motivated, driven, has a relentless work ethic and has great initiative? If you are one of those examples or maybe you’re just looking for a new opportunity we have the perfect role for you.

An exciting opportunity has come up for a qualified and experienced landscape leading hand at Yellowstone Landscaping. Yellowstone is looking for someone who thrives on delivering quality commercial landscape projects, high standard of workmanship and impeccable attention to detail.

Yellowstone landscaping has an excellent reputation for providing a high-quality landscaping and construction service to their clients for almost 20 years. We are highly regarded for our attention to detail, professional standards of finished work and professionalism from tender to handover. Our clients have confidence in not just the delivery of work but the quality of service we strive to and continue to provide. We are the go-to supplier for hard and soft landscaping work for many of the local councils around Melbourne; because we are so sort after we are looking to expand our capacity and capability.

Yellowstone landscaping is a people first organisation. We value the people that work for us and compensate them in a range of ways including, but not exclusive to, paying above award wages. We also place a high value on the positive impact that our work makes within the community who enjoy our completed projects.

As a member of the Yellowstone team, you can expect:

To assist in managing small teams and trades to deliver great results
100% support to do your best work within a hard-working, collaborative team environment
To be part of an A-grade team where everyone pulls their weight
To have a sense of personal achievement in working on larger projects
To develop your skills and grow your career

Your skills, attitude, and outlook on life:

If you are the person for this role you will be a great communicator and relate well to clients and your co-workers.

You are highly skilled in the landscape trade and enjoy doing hands on work with your team.

You have high personal standards and self-motivation. You will enjoy working to a high standard within budgets and time frames.

The applicant will be the kind of person who can think on their feet, use initiative and problem solve as issues crop up. You'll be self-sufficient, but also be prepared to ask for advice and help as the need arises. You are someone who can quickly assess the situation and come up with several approaches to a problem.

This is a full-time secure role where you can expect variety of work, clients and locations, where you’ll be hands on doing:

Hard and soft landscaping
Assist Supervising a small team
Manage other trades
Liaise with clients on commercial projects across Melbourne.
Communicate with Management

Your skills and experience:

5+ years hard landscaping experience (building retaining walls, laying paving, concreting, rock work, logs, installing play equipment, outdoor furniture and more)
Soft landscaping skills (planting trees and plants, laying turf, spreading soils and mulch)
3-5 years’ experience managing other trades
Experience working on large scale projects
Manual and Medium Ridged License
Extensive understanding of plans and levels
Familiar with OH&S in the construction industry and experience managing a safety-compliant work site
Relevant trade and plant licences
Basic understanding of business
Excellent eye for detail
You’re always looking to make sure things are “just right” for our clients

The role has good scope for career development – what you put in, is what you get out. The starting salary package is negotiable based on your experience and the skills you bring to the organisation. We offer competitive wages and a ‘promote from within’ culture.

If you believe this is you, please forward your resume and a cover letter to: admin@yellowstonelandscaping.com.au

Although we thank all applicants applying, only those considered for further discussion will be contacted.

Posted 16 January 2020

Junior Sales Position

Work in a small sales team in a family run business. Involves minor travel and nursery visits. Some horticultural knowledge would be helpful. You need to be self motivated, have PC skills and database knowledge would be an advantage.

This position is based in the Yarra Valley.

Please send your resume to info@establishedtrees.com.au or peterr@establishedtrees.com.au

Posted 16 January 2020

Landscape Apprentice

Nu Vision Landscapes currently have an exciting career opportunity for a 1^st year apprentice to join our growing team!

We are a dynamic and progressive company that focusses on all aspects of landscaping within the commercial and domestic sector.

We specialise in swimming pool landscape projects and providing exceptional results for our clients.

You will be working alongside our highly skilled and qualified landscapers, learning and mastering your trade. Responsibilities for this position include: All forms of soft and hard landscaping including paving (stone & concrete), retaining walls, concreting, irrigation, lighting, decks, water features and more.

To be successful you will need to have the following: Must have: Ability to undertake manual/physical work and a genuine interest in landscaping. Punctual, reliable and energetic with a high level of attention to detail. Good, strong work ethics and time management skills and be a confident communicator.

Preferred but not essential: Driver Licence (manual desirable) and own transport.

Applicants may be required to work some Saturdays.

This is a fantastic opportunity to kick start your career within an established and reputable landscaping company. Nu Vision Landscapes are based in the Western Suburbs of Melbourne (Derrimut).

Please include a cover letter with your application of how you meet the above criteria and why you would like to start a career in landscape construction.

Please note this vacancy is also advertised elsewhere by the employer. The recruitment process is managed by the employer and you. You may only be contacted by them if they choose to progress with your application.

Please email all resumes’ to : info@nuvisionlandscapes.com.au

Posted 15 January 2020

Experienced Qualified Gardener

This is an exciting opportunity for a secure career within a company experiencing planned positive growth from our commercial clients.

Have you been looking for a role that values your contribution and skills as an experienced horticulturalist/ gardener? We may have the role for you. Are you a positive leader, ready to lead a small team? Do you have initiative, motivation, excellent communication and great work ethic? Keep reading…

We are seeking an experienced gardener who is driven to success; customer focused and thrives in a dynamic environment.

Let me explain about our company…

Yellowstone Landscaping’s reputation is based on providing excellent service to our landscaping and grounds maintenance clients for over 19 years. We are highly respected for our attention to detail and our high standards of finished work.

We have a strong culture based around mutual respect for each person, their role and contribution. We enjoy seeing the end results of the effort and focus we put into a project.

We truly value our employees and we mean it when we say our people are vital to our success! We look after our people in ways that really matter to them. Our team is a respected mix of proven experience and new energy. Yellowstone provides an environment where our people are encouraged to embrace challenges, express their ideas and enjoy themselves.

As a member of the Yellowstone team, you can expect:

100% support to do your best work within a hard-working, collaborative team environment
To be part of an A-grade team where everyone pulls their weight
To have a sense of personal achievement in working on high profile projects
To develop your skills and grow your career, and be financially rewarded.

This is a new role for someone looking to build on their career as an experienced Gardener. The role is for an immediate start. While we expect you to come to us with experience in garden maintenance / soft landscaping and horticulture, we will assist and train you in the Yellowstone way.

Your skills, attitude, and outlook on life:

If this role is right for you, you'll be a great communicator and relate well to clients and your co-workers. You will be confident to lead a small team where you can showcase your horticultural knowledge and skills.

You'll have high personal standards and be self-motivated. You enjoy working to a high standard within budgets and time frames.

You'll be the kind of person who can think on their feet, use initiative and problem solve as issues crop up. You'll be self-sufficient, but also be prepared to ask for advice and help as the need arises.

You might have worked for other commercial, residential, aged care facilities or school based grounds maintenance/gardening companies. You might even have had your own gardening business, but be looking to join a premium team.

You'll be someone who can quickly assess the situation and come up with several approaches to a problem. You're an all-rounder who has a basic understanding of business.

A bit about the role we're looking to fill…

This is a full time secure role where you can expect variety of work, clients and locations, where you'll:

Utilise your knowledge of plants, diseases and pests
Engage in soft landscaping (planting, mulching, garden restoration)
Brush cutting and edging
Pruning and shaping hedges
Maintain grass and turf areas
Weed control
Basic Irrigation maintenance
Liaise with clients on commercial projects across Melbourne.

Your skills and experience:

3+ years previous horticulture and / or gardening experience (recent graduates will be considered)
Soft landscaping skills (pruning, pest and disease identification and treatment, planting trees and plants, laying turf, spreading soils and mulch)
Cert III in Horticulture or Cert III in Parks & Gardens
White Card
Familiar with OH&S in the construction industry and experience managing a safety-compliant work site
Manual drivers licence (preferred but not essential)
MR licence (preferred but not essential)
Chainsaw ticket (preferred but not essential)
Agricultural Chemical User Permit (ACUP - preferred but not essential)
Excellent eye for detail
You're always looking to make sure things are "just right" for our clients
Must have a Working with Children Check and be willing to undergo a Police Check

We have been around since 2000 so the only place we're going is up!

If you believe this is you, please forward your resume and a covering letter to: admin@yellowstonelandscaping.com.au

Although we thank all applicants applying, only those considered for further discussion will be contacted.

Posted 13 January 2020

Qualified Landscaper - Casual / Part Time

Kihara Landscapes is an Award Winning Landscape design and construction company in the South East of Melbourne. We specialise in Japanese Gardens and are the leader in Victoria in this field - if not Australia.

Our business is expanding and we have an exciting opportunity for a Qualified Landscaper.

We are looking for a skilled landscaper with a passion for landscaping - particularly Japanese gardens. We are looking for someone with a great attitude, highly motivated and reliable with an extremely high work ethic. If you have lived or travelled in Japan you will know of the high attention to detail and perfection we strive for.

The position for the successful candidate will be as a casual / part time Landscaper however depending on experience we will consider offering a full time role.

Your ability to complete landscape construction tasks at the highest standard is our main priority. You will be able to work in a small predominantly Japanese team. The role will allow plenty of exposure to Japanese garden design and construction and we will also draw on your high skill set for other residential landscaping tasks.

A drivers licence and a reliable vehicle is a must - our jobs are generally spread across the SE Suburbs. You will need to have a good level of fitness.

Along with your experience in a residential landscaping environment we will look highly at candidates who have spent time in Japan and have a good idea of Japanese culture. A knowledge or a desire to learn about Japanese gardens is a must.

If you think this position could be for you please email Hiroshi design@kiharalandscapes.com.au with a cover letter stating your experience and a current resume.

Posted 13 January 2020

Design and Project Management Assistant - Casual / Part Time

Our business is expanding and we have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Design and Project Manager.

The position for the successful candidate will be as a casual / part time Design and Project Management Assistant working collaboratively with our lead Landscape Architect . The role will entail exposure from the initial client consultation, concept design process through to detailed drawings as well as managing the implementation of the design with the construction team right through to handing over of completed projects. The role will suit current final year Landscape Architect students or recent graduates looking for exposure and experience in the Landscape Design industry. The role will allow plenty of opportunity to meet architects, builders and other contractors as well as play a vital role in site and client visits and council applications. This is a unique opportunity to gain all round experience in the Landscape industry and rare exposure to Japanese design techniques.

This position is initially in a casual / part time capacity with the strong possibility of growing into a full time role in the future.

Experience with residential landscape design and construction is highly desirable.

Experience using Auto CAD, Adobe photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator, microsoft office including word and excel is highly desirable.

An understanding of horticultural techniques, plant knowledge and residential construction processes is highly desirable.

Experience with Japan, Japanese culture, language is desirable but not mandatory however an appreciation of all things Japanese is a must.

If you think this position could be for you please email Hiroshi design@kiharalandscapes.com.au with a cover letter stating your experience and a current resume.

Posted 8 January 2020

Landscaping Estimator

Simon McCurdy Landscapes is a well-established Landscape Construction Company of 25 years who specialises in high quality residential landscape construction in the South, South Eastern, Bayside and Mornington Peninsula suburbs. Our talented team includes 27 staff, which includes qualified landscape gardeners, landscaping apprentices and dedicated administration support. Our Highett base is from our purpose-built factory / yard / offices.

We are currently seeking a suitably experienced Landscaping Estimator to join our team. This is a full time position. We require a minimum requirement of 2 years estimating experience. If you want a change of environment and a diverse and challenging role, then we have a unique opportunity for you. You will work closely with the Managing Director to oversee various project activities to ensure that all necessary time frames and quality are adhered to.

Your primary responsibility is to liaise with suppliers, builders and clients in the quoting process, including liaising internally and with sub-contractor trades to outline projects or works required to maintain our exceptional standards. You are also required to attend contract/insurance update seminars and relevant landscape association meetings, sometimes these may be after hours.

This is a role that has you contributing directly to the company success.

Essential experience, skills and attributes

Passion, is a self starter who is proactive and a team player who uses initiative
Highly organised individual with excellent time management skill and multi-tasking skills
Reliable and confident individual
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Commercially astute and computer literate
Great OHS knowledge
Great problem solving and creative thinking
Ability to work well unsupervised
Ability to liaise and negotiate with suppliers, builders, clients and sub-contractor trades
Preparing project estimates and tenders with accuracy
Complete landscape contracts and organise the appropriate insurances
Ability to deal with the permit process and obtain permits
Ability to understand engineered documents
Good knowledge & understanding of construction methods
Effectively understand the requirements of jobs requested and clearly articulate the description in quotes
Compiling scope of works, manually and using tender/estimating packages
Reviewing contractor quotes
Good knowledge & understanding of construction methods
Assisting with ordering and housing materials
Liaise with other departments/divisions to gather and communicate requests
Maintain up to date knowledge of industry standards and prices
Eye for detail when measuring plans –ability to identify potential costs relevant to our trade within construction details
Current Drivers Licence

Additional assets you can offer - These are not required, however deemed an advantage

Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Estimating)
Landscaping industry experience
Understanding of pool construction process and requirements
OHS qualification or representative training
White Card
Forklift licence
Current police check or willing to obtain
Social media management experience

Benefits and Culture

A unique and dynamic work environment
An attractive above award salary
Potential for future growth with ongoing training
Fully mobile phone provided
Full Summer and Winter uniforms supplied
Work within a close knit team

If you want to work with a well-respected company in the industry and if this role is attractive then apply today at admin@sml.com.au. If you have other relevant qualifications and licences please detail this in your application.

Posted 7 January 2020

Qualified Gardener

Simon McCurdy Landscapes is a well-established Landscape Construction Company of 25 years who specialises in high quality residential landscape construction in the South, South Eastern, Bayside and Mornington Peninsula suburbs. Our talented team of 27 staff includes qualified landscape gardeners, landscaping apprentices, horticulturalists and dedicated administration support. Our Highett base is from our purpose-built factory / yard / offices.

We are currently looking for suitably qualified Horticultural Supervisor to join our growing team. Apply if you are looking to take the next step in your career and want to develop your leadership.

An attractive remuneration package is on offer, including a fully maintained company vehicle, phone, uniform and PPE.

The successful candidate has

Passion, is a self starter and well organised
Good communication, customer service and organisational skills
Ability to work well unsupervised
Certificate III - Parks and Gardens
Proven experience in high end residential garden maintenance in similar role
Demonstrated work ethics, punctual, have excellent time management skills, reliable and honest
A professional and reliable approach
The ability to assist with providing training and the development for our apprentices
Great OHS knowledge
Current police check or willing to obtain
White Card

Additional assets you can offer - These are not required, however deemed an advantage

OHS qualification or representative training
Heavy Vehicle Licence
Forklift licence

Benefits and Culture

A unique and dynamic work environment
An attractive above award salary
Potential for future growth with ongoing training
Fully maintained ute and mobile phone provided
Full Summer and Winter uniforms supplied
Work within a close knit team

If you want to work with a well-respected company in the industry and if this role is attractive then apply today at admin@sml.com.au. If you have other relevant experience, qualifications and licences please detail this in your application.

Posted 7 January 2020