LANDSCAPING VICTORIA EMPLOYMENT LISTINGS
SITUATIONS VACANT
Welcome to the Landscaping Victoria 'Employment Hub'!
This is a great employment platform for 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 sends out a job listing to all current members. This is where you can feature your current situation.
Members: If you would like to post an advertisement in the hub please use the post a job form.
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.
Residential Garden Maintenance
We are looking for a dedicated individual from the eastern suburbs to join our team.
This position would really suit a candidate with younger children, allowing flexibility for school pick-ups. Strong interpersonal skills, a good sense of humour, and the ability to work well in a team are essential.
Prior experience in residential garden maintenance and qualifications in parks and gardens or horticulture (Cert 3 or higher) is required, along with the ability to work at heights. This position offers continued training and education with opportunities for career advancement, including a potential team leadership role for those eager to grow with us.
Requirements for the role:
- Car drivers licence (LR or MR licence an advantage, not necessary though)
- Own vehicle
- Cert 3 (or higher) in parks and gardens or horticulture
- Experience in residential garden maintenance
Email your resume and cover letter to ab_cam@hotmail.com
Listed: 13 July, 2024
Weed Spray Technician
Australian Ecosystems are a market-leading specialist who creates award winning public spaces, sustainable communities, and diverse natural resource projects for our greater community.
Due to our growing portfolio of commercial, residential landscapes and natural resource projects, we have exciting opportunities for Weed Spray Technician to assist us with maintaining the natural spaces we create.
Your role will be to maintain a wide variety of natural elements within our projects located within growth corridors across Metropolitan Melbourne, reporting to our Site Supervisor.
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we’d love to hear from you.
You can find out more about the role and apply on the Seek website.
Qualified Landscaper
Intrinsic Landscapes is an award-winning, family-owned company constructing high-end residential landscapes around Melbourne. We want leaders that can embrace and develop our creative team culture and contribute to our company’s innovative design and construction methods.
Our most valued quality is a GREAT ATTITUDE! We are looking for genuine people with a passion for landscaping. The ability to complete landscape construction work to a very high standard is most important in this position. Project management experience, interpreting landscape designs, and an ability to calculate and order materials is essential.
The role will also mentor apprentices, liaise with clients and sub-contractors, and ensure project schedules are adhered to. Certificate III in Landscape Construction or Horticulture and a current driver’s licence are required, but experience with software such as Xero and any additional construction licences are favourable.
Because we invest in additional training for development, we would consider 4th Year Apprentices who are career driven and ready to step up once they have finished their education.
To the right candidate we are offering:
- Competitive remuneration
- Company vehicle with lockable tool boxes
- Linkt pass
- A mobile phone
- Credit card and trade accounts
- Company email account
- Team events!
Quality work and positive contributions are noticed and rewarded. We have a steady pipeline of unique and interesting work and are looking for someone who has the confidence to be a team leader in our growing business!
For a private chat call Brenton on 0400 573 880 | Send your resume to tania@intrinsiclandscapes.com.au | Visit our website www.intrinsiclandscapes.com.au and submit an Enquiry Form on the ‘Work With Us’ page.
Job posted 27 May 2024.
Skilled Landscaper / Site Supervisor
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, reliable, and hardworking landscaper to join our team! Operating for over 14 years we are a busy and successful landscaping company based in Alexandra Victoria, covering all aspects of quality landscaping from earthworks and construction to turf and irrigation works in both residential and commercial settings.
Are you looking for a tree-change and keen to get away from the hustle and bustle of suburbia? Alexandra is based in the beautiful Murrindindi shire which is situated on Melbourne's peri-urban fringe and encompasses the charming rural townships of Alexandra, Eildon, Kinglake, Marysville and Yea. The Shire benefits from great natural beauty and tourist attractions such as Lake Eildon, picturesque national parks, the Great Victorian Rail Trail and access to Victoria's snowfields.
We offer an inclusive and flexible work environment within a supportive team along with ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Leadership qualities, with the ability to lead a small team
- Excellent communication skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of the Landscaping industry
- Self-motivated with an eye for detail
Immediate start available.
If this opportunity is for you, please forward your resume to itec.admin@bigpond.com or alternatively you can contact the office on (03) 5772 1000.
Job posted 27 May 2024.
Garden Maintenance Team Leader (Full Time)
We require a full-time team leader for our garden maintenance department. You will require good horticultural knowledge to be successful in this position
Skills & Experience:
- Must reside and hold full Australian work rights.
- 3+ years of high-end garden maintenance experience.
- Certificate III in Horticulture or higher.
- Strong and detailed horticultural knowledge is essential.
- A positive attitude and enthusiasm.
- Good work ethic - punctual, reliable and honest.
- A friendly, outgoing manner, with sound communication skills.
- An eye for detail.
- Experience with irrigation systems and soft-landscaping is considered advantageous
Benefits & Culture:
- Career development- Opportunity to grow within a leading garden maintenance company.
- Exposure to high-end garden maintenance
- Work-life balance- Monday to Friday work-days with consistent hours.
- Attractive remuneration- Above award and competitive pay rates.
- Company Allowances – Phone Allowance and Vehicle provided
Contact samn@lhg.net.au to submit your application.
Job posted 14th May 2024.
1st, 2nd, or 3rd Year Landscape Apprentice
Julian McCarthy Landscapes Pty Ltd is a sought after, high end residential and commercial landscape construction business working with several leading landscape architects and designers throughout the metropolitan area and Mornington Peninsula producing exciting and cutting-edge projects.
The Applicant will bring to the position:
- Be a Team Player
- Be reliable and punctual
- Have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
- Have a current Vic driver’s licence
This is a full- time role.
Please send through your CV to admin@jmclandscapes.com.au.
Posted 17 June 2024.
1st or 2nd Year Landscaping Construction Apprentice
Greenschemes Garden Services is a family-owned business operating for over 40 years since 1980, providing a high-quality service to the southeast suburbs of Melbourne located in Ashwood. We undertake domestic-scaled landscaping services providing a wide range of projects, allowing candidates the capability to learn from qualified members, the construction skills required for future endeavours. We are a young small team looking to build our company with an enthusiastic person.
Position: 1st Or 2nd Year Apprentice Landscaping Construction
Responsibilities:
- Perform a range of Landscaping tasks, including hardscapes, such as paving, decking, pergolas, retaining walls, concreting, brick and block laying and more.
- Softscapes such as planting, mulching, excavation and more.
- Working with and around heavy machinery such as excavators and front-end loaders.
- Collaborate with the team to coordinate and execute landscaping projects.
Qualifications:
- No Formal qualifications needed just the will to learn.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Valid driver's license.
- Reliable car.
- Good communication, Reliable, punctual and well-presented.
What We Offer:
- Opportunities to learn every aspect of landscaping and mastering the trade.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Great variety of power tools and heavy machinery to make work life easier.
- Daily work, Booked for over 5 months.
- Weekend if wanted on occasion.
Interested applicants can forward their resume to matt@greenschemes.net.au or contact Matt on 0448 443 744.
Posted 17 June 2024.
1st, 2nd or 3rd Year Apprentice
Herrod Landscapes is a high-end landscape construction business operating in the Stonnington, Boroondara, and Bayside areas of Melbourne.
Working with some of the county’s best designers and with access to quality suppliers and partners in the industry, we can deliver outdoor spaces that suit the needs of all clients, from renovation of existing landscapes, to significant new builds, and maintenance programs.
Herrod Landscapes is looking for a 1st-2nd Year Apprentice to join the business as part of its landscape construction team.
We are looking for someone with:
- High attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
- Good/developing plant knowledge, and a passion for landscape/horticulture
- Strong communications skills and a willingness to engage with clients
- Current Driver’s license and car or ute
This full-time role is a great opportunity for someone wanting to join a small team with a great reputation in the market. You will work on premium properties in the best suburbs of Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula and be exposed to all facets of landscape construction. We are committed to your growth and are looking for someone who wants to establish and develop a career in landscaping.
If you have are motivated, hard-working and reliable, please send a cover letter and resume to tom@herrodlandscapes.com.au, or call Tom on 0417 542 983 to learn more about the job.
Location: Melbourne
Posted 12 June 2024
Construction Apprenticeship
Join our award-winning landscape company and start an exciting career with exceptional growth opportunities.
We currently have multiple full-time apprenticeship positions available. If you are eager to learn, well-presented, and looking for career opportunities in our business, we want to hear from you.
What can you expect to be doing in your apprenticeship?
- In-situ concrete
- Carpentry
- Paving
- Soft Landscaping
- Irrigation
- Garden Lighting
- Bespoke Water Features
What can we do for you?
- Hands-on training
- Career development
- Innovative techniques
- Collaborative environment
- Pathway to advancement
If you are passionate about creating breathtaking outdoor spaces and eager to learn from the best in the industry, we encourage you to apply online on the Formation Landscapes website.
Apprentice Landscaper
Intrinsic Landscapes is an award-winning, family-owned company constructing high-end residential landscapes around Melbourne. We are looking for a dedicated Apprentice to join our team accomplish a schedule of exciting new projects.
We will fully support you in gaining the most knowledge you can during your apprenticeship – this is the most important time in your career as it shapes the tradesperson you will become. Our company encourages you to share ideas, ask for help when needed and aspire to be the best at your trade. We will teach you best practice in all aspects of landscaping and offer great opportunity for progression and promotion within the company as you develop. Hard work is always noticed, appreciated and rewarded.
Skills and Experience:
- Be respectful and helpful with workmates and clients
- Ability to work in a team
- Ability to listen to instructions, advice and feedback
- Have a good level of fitness
- Enjoy working outdoors in all weather types
- Be willing to travel to sites around Melbourne
- Previous work experience or pre-apprenticeships (especially in landscaping, construction or horticulture) is favourable but not essential
- A driver’s license and reliable vehicle is preferable
Our core values are Professionalism, Integrity, Pride, Creativity, Fun and Accountability. At Intrinsic Landscapes our most valued quality is a GREAT ATTITUDE!
For a private chat call Brenton on 0400 573 880 | Send your resume to tania@intrinsiclandscapes.com.au | Visit our website www.intrinsiclandscapes.com.au and submit an Enquiry Form on the ‘Work With Us’ page.
Job posted 27 May 2024.
Junior Landscape Architect/ Administration
PATH Design Studio is an experienced landscape architecture, design, and construction company based in Melbourne’s east. We undertake the design, planning, and construction of landscapes at all scales with a particular focus on single-residential, multi-residential and commercial projects.
Junior Landscape Architect/ Administration
Brief Job Description: Part-time between 4 to 5 days per week, pending workload. You can start with 4 days a week for the first 6 months.
- CAD drafting, design presentation
- Communication between authorities and contractors
- Office admin
- General IT
- Social media
Requirements For The Role
- Degree/qualifications in landscape architecture from an accredited university or Cert 4 in Landscape Design or related accreditation
- A minimum of 2-4 years of full-time work as a Landscape Architect / Designer
- On-site experience is highly regarded.
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Vectorworks, Sketchup, Adobe Illustrator & Office Suite
- Experience in working with 3D software highly regarded
- To be hands-on and ready to learn
- A strong understanding of horticultural techniques, landscape construction processes, along with plant knowledge
- Positive attitude and willingness to be instructed by senior staff to learn company processes
- Very high attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise and organise work to meet deadlines
- Great communicator – written, verbal and graphically
- Self-motivated and a team player
- Driver's license and car
To apply, email your cover letter and resume to david@pathdesignstudio.com.au.
Listed: 30 June, 2024
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Senior Landscape Architect/Designer
About the business
COS Design has been one of the leading landscape design firms in Australia over the past 20 years. We specialise in high-end residential properties and offer services for landscape, alfresco and pool design along with house extensions/renovations and even new house designs. We pride ourselves in our exceptional presentation and detailing of concept plans, town planning and working drawing documentation. We currently have an opportunity for an experienced landscape architect to join our fast paced office located in Camberwell. The successful applicant will have keen eye for detail, be team orientated and self-motivated and able to multi task. This is a full time, position however part time hours can be negotiated for the right candidate.
About the role
As part of the COS Design team, under the supervision of Senior Architects & the Managing Director, you will be required to carry out accurate site assessments, base plan preparation through to completed Concepts. Along with liaising with clients, engineers and contractors effectively while honing your ongoing career skills & development. The role would ideally suit a qualified Senior Landscape Architect/Designer that wants to increase their knowledge and work for one of Melbourne’s leading Landscape Design firms.
Skills and experience
- Degree/qualifications in landscape architecture from an accredited university or Cert 4 in Landscape Design
- A minimum 2-4 years full time work as a Landscape Architect / Designer
- Proficient in AutoCAD , Adobe Illustrator & Office Suite
- Experience in working with 3D software highly regarded
- A strong understanding of horticultural techniques, landscape construction process along with plant knowledge
- Positive attitude and willingness to be instructed by senior staff to learn company processes
- Very high attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize and organize work to meet deadlines
- Great communicator – written, verbal and graphically
- Self-motivated and a team player
- Drivers license and car
Benefits & Culture
- Room for growth & personal development
- Located within inner eastern suburb of Camberwell
- Flexible office/home working arrangements
- Values required – Creativity & team collaborator
Please email your resume and cover letter to enquiries@cosdesign.com.au. Position will close for review on June 16th 2024.
Job posted 27 May 2024.
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Delivery Driver
Since 1914, Warners Nurseries has grown and prospered to become one of Australia’s most successful wholesale nurseries.
With a focus on growing an extensive range of quality trees and shrubs for the horticultural industry, our business is built on delivering premium quality plants in combination with an exceptional customer experience.
Due to continued growth, we have exciting opportunities to join our Customer Service Team. This role is for a Delivery Driver who will also help to pick and prepare stock to fulfil customer orders.
This role requires.
- MR Truck licence.
- Ability to drive a manual vehicle.
- A professional attitude to safe driving.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good customer service & communication skills.
- The physical capacity to manually handle advanced plant stock safely.
- The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Reliability
It would be desirable to have:
- Some plant identification skills.
- LF Forklift licence.
How to Apply:
11 June 2024