Gardener

About the role

This is a hands-on leadership position suited to an experienced gardener or landscaper who is confident supervising staff, organising daily workloads and taking responsibility for ensuring jobs are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. The successful applicant will be expected to lead by example, work alongside the team and help ensure our gardening and landscaping operations run smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and supervise gardening and landscaping crews
• Ensure crews are prepared with the correct tools, equipment and materials before leaving for site
• Provide clear instructions and guidance to team members
• Assist with training and development of staff
• Monitor productivity, workmanship and time management
• Communicate job progress, issues and requirements to management
• Lawn maintenance, mowing and edging
• Plant care, pruning, shaping and hedging
• Weed identification and control
• Seasonal gardening and property clean-ups

About you

• Previous gardening, landscaping or horticultural experience – experienced applicants only
• Valid Australian driver's licence
• Confidence and experience towing trailers
• Current Police Check or ability to obtain one
• Current Working With Children Check or ability to obtain one
• Strong knowledge of gardening practices, plants and landscape maintenance
• Experience operating gardening and landscaping machinery
• Good mechanical understanding of tools and equipment
• Irrigation knowledge and basic troubleshooting ability
• Strong organisational and time-management skills

About us

TKS Constructions provides gardening, landscaping and cleaning services for residential, NDIS and commercial properties.