At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead landscape construction projects, manage teams, and ensure quality workmanship.
- Company: Join a dynamic landscaping team focused on creativity and excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hands-on experience, and opportunities for skill development.
- Other info: Enjoy a vibrant work environment with room for growth.
- Why this job: Make your mark in the outdoors while leading and inspiring others.
- Qualifications: Experience in landscape construction and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 $ per year.
A hands-on leading hand role in landscape construction, coordinating daily site activities, managing workers and apprentices, and overseeing projects from planning through to handover.
Key responsibilities
- Coordinate daily site activities and allocate tasks to workers and apprentices
- Work on the tools and lead by example
- Read and interpret plans, carry out set-outs and establish levels
- Plan ahead for materials, equipment and deliveries to keep jobs moving
- Monitor workmanship and address issues before they affect the finished result
- Guide apprentices and help develop their skills
- Coordinate with subcontractors and other trades as required
- Communicate with the owner about progress, site issues and upcoming requirements
- Identify changes to the agreed scope and raise them before proceeding
- Maintain a safe, tidy and organised site
About you
- Strong practical experience in landscape construction
- Previous leading hand or site supervision experience is highly regarded
- Ability to manage daily tasks and work independently
- Confidence using plans, measurements, levels and construction equipment
- Good communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
- Current driver's licence and White Card
- Landscaping qualifications, machinery experience and a truck licence are advantageous
- Reliable, punctual and ready to work
- Takes ownership of their work and follows tasks through to completion
Landscaper in Melbourne employer: JLB Landscaping
Join a dynamic team where your skills as a landscaper will be valued and nurtured. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises safety and professional growth, offering opportunities for apprentices to develop their skills under your guidance. Located in a vibrant community, we provide competitive benefits and a supportive environment that encourages innovation and excellence in landscape construction.
We think you need these skills to ace Landscaper in Melbourne
Landscape Construction
Site Supervision
Task Management
Reading Plans
Set-Outs
Establishing Levels
Material Planning
