At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead garden maintenance and nurture beautiful outdoor spaces.
- Company: Join Ian Barker Gardens, a leader in Melbourne's horticultural scene.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, a work vehicle, and no weekend shifts.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with genuine career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on stunning gardens while developing your horticultural skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in gardening and a Certificate III in Horticulture required.
The predicted salary is between 27 - 33 $ per hour.
Looking for a fresh start in your horticultural career? Find out why Ian Barker Gardens is your perfect fit. We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate horticulturist to join our team as a Garden Maintenance Supervisor.
About us: Ian Barker Gardens is responsible for creating some of Melbourne's most admired gardens. We nurture outdoor spaces that enhance and elevate clients' lives through reliable and expert horticultural care.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has prior experience in the same or a similar role with demonstrated knowledge in ALL areas of gardening (including plant knowledge)
- Is passionate about horticulture and has an eagerness to learn and develop their skills as well as lead and impart knowledge to other employees, especially apprentices
- Is a supportive team player who helps to foster a culture of collaboration to achieve the best outcomes for our clients' gardens
- Has a Certificate III in Horticulture or Parks and Gardens
- Has sound pest, disease and irrigation knowledge
- Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Maintains a high professional standard by taking an organised and efficient approach to tasks and responsibilities, and can problem-solve when required
What's in it for you:
- Competitive hourly rate - this is dependent on the applicant's qualifications and experience
- Work vehicle – work vehicle filled with all the tools you’d need and a fuel card
- No weekend work - we understand the importance of maintaining a happy work/life balance, and you'll only work Monday – Friday, 7.30 am – 4 pm
- Admin support – be supported by our Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Coordinator in the office, who take care of the admin work
- Genuine career development opportunities - at Ian Barker Gardens, we have a proven track record of internally promoting and helping past employees fulfil their future dreams, and we openly encourage career development
- Networking and personal development opportunities – we want to hear your career goals and interests so we can help you achieve them through our industry connections and further learning. We want to see you thrive, so if there's a particular area of work you want to learn more about - we're all ears!
- Work with a talented and supportive team - our team consists of skilled and passionate landscapers who will work with you to develop your skills
What you can expect your days to look like:
- Complete general garden maintenance tasks such as mowing, weeding, mulching, hedging, irrigation repairs, pest and disease identification and control
- Take ownership of your own client list and the progression of the gardens you are working in
- Be a part of a positive team environment with a willingness to share your skills and knowledge with apprentices
Our team works exclusively in the inner eastern suburbs of Melbourne (Canterbury, Camberwell, Kew, Hawthorn, Toorak, etc.)
Garden Maintenance Supervisor in Melbourne employer: Ian Barker Gardens
Ian Barker Gardens is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a beautiful, recently renovated studio in Canterbury, flexible working options, and a commitment to team collaboration through regular social events, we foster an environment where talented individuals can thrive and contribute to our legacy of premium garden design and maintenance.
