At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain stunning gardens and landscapes while collaborating with a passionate team.
- Company: Join Mona Farm, a unique and beautiful rural estate.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, paid volunteer leave, discounted stays, and complimentary coffee.
- Other info: Great opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Work in a vibrant environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards.
- Qualifications: Horticulture qualification or 3+ years' experience in gardening.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 $ per year.
Mona Farm is seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Gardener to join our grounds team and help maintain and evolve the exceptional landscapes that define the Mona Farm experience.
This is a hands‐on role suited to someone with strong horticultural knowledge, excellent attention to detail and pride in maintaining high-end gardens and outdoor spaces to an exceptional standard.
Working closely with the Grounds team, you will assist in the day‐to‐day care, presentation and ongoing development of the gardens, lawns, trees and landscaped areas across both Mona Farm and its sister properties.
The role includes a mix of garden maintenance, planting, seasonal preparation, irrigation management and landscape improvement projects across the property.
The position is a permanent full-time or part-time role and may require work at both onsite and offsite locations as rostered.
Responsibilities
- Maintain gardens, lawns, hedges, trees and landscaped areas to a consistently high standard
- Undertake planting, mulching, pruning, fertilising and weed management
- Assist with seasonal garden planning and implementation
- Monitor and maintain irrigation systems
- Operate and maintain gardening equipment and machinery safely
- Identify and manage plant health issues, pests and diseases
- Support the preparation and presentation of the estate for weddings, events and guest stays
- Assist with landscape improvement and horticultural projects
- Work collaboratively with the broader maintenance and operations team
- Ensure safe work practices and contribute to maintaining a clean and organised work environment
About You
- A qualification in Horticulture or a minimum of 3+ years' experience in a similar role
- Strong plant knowledge and practical horticultural skills
- Experience maintaining high-quality gardens or landscaped estates
- The ability to work independently and proactively
- Excellent attention to detail and a strong work ethic
- A positive attitude and willingness to contribute as part of a team
- A current driver's license and your own vehicle
- Experience operating gardening equipment and machinery safely
- Highly regarded
- Experience working within luxury hospitality, public gardens or large private estates
- Irrigation knowledge or experience
- Chainsaw or chemical handling certifications
What We Offer
- The opportunity to work on one of Australia's most unique and beautiful rural estates
- A supportive, collaborative and passionate team environment
- Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
- Paid volunteer leave each year to support a cause that matters most to you
- Discounted stays across Mona Farm, Cedar Lodge Motel and The Doncaster Braidwood
- Complimentary barista coffee on workdays, plus discounted meals at Provisions Creperie and The Albion
- Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development
- A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same
Senior Gardener in Braidwood employer: Mona Farm
Mona Farm offers a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about horticulture to work in a hands-on role that emphasizes high standards of garden maintenance and landscape improvement. The company fosters a collaborative work environment where team members can grow their skills while contributing to the beauty of exceptional outdoor spaces. With flexible hours and a focus on quality, Mona Farm is an attractive employer for those seeking to develop their careers in gardening and landscape management.
