Qualified Landscaper, Landscape Team Member $40-$50/ hr + Super
Qualified Landscaper, Landscape Team Member $40-$50/ hr + Super
Zeal Landscapes & Maintenance is a growing, family-owned landscaping business based in Pakenham, servicing South-East Melbourne, Melbourne’s surrounding suburbs.
We specialise in landscape construction and outdoor projects, including turf installation, retaining walls, decking, paving, concreting, fencing, drainage and general landscaping.
We are looking for a qualified, experienced, reliable and hardworking Landscaper to join our growing team.
This position will initially be 4 days per week, with the opportunity to transition into ongoing full-time employment We are looking for someone who is interested in building a long-term career with our business.
About Us
Zeal Landscapes & Maintenance is a growing, family-owned landscaping business based in Pakenham, servicing South-East Melbourne, Melbourne’s surrounding suburbs.
We specialise in landscape construction and outdoor projects, including turf installation, retaining walls, decking, paving, concreting, fencing, drainage and general landscaping.
We are looking for a qualified, experienced, reliable and hardworking Landscaper to join our growing team.
This position will initially 4 days per week, with the opportunity to transition into ongoing full-time employment We are looking for someone who is interested in building a long-term career with our business.
About the Role
The successful applicant will have solid experience in landscape construction and be confident working both independently and as part of a small team.
You will be involved in a variety of residential landscape construction projects and will be expected to complete work to a high standard while maintaining a safe, clean and professional work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- General landscape construction and maintenance
- Excavation, earthworks and site preparation
- Operating excavators and Posi Track loaders
- Turf preparation, soil preparation and turf installation
- Retaining wall construction
- Decking and timber construction
- Paving and concreting
- Fencing and timber works
- Garden bed construction and general landscaping
- Drainage and site preparation
- Safe operation and use of landscaping machinery, tools and equipment
- Loading, unloading and handling materials
- General site preparation and site clean-up
- Following workplace health and safety requirements
- Delivering high-quality workmanship across all projects
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in landscaping or landscape construction
- Certificate III in Landscape Construction (AHC30921) or an equivalent relevant qualification
- Demonstrated experience across a range of landscape construction projects
- Proven experience operating excavators
- Experience operating Posi Track loaders and other landscaping machinery is highly regarded
- Relevant machinery tickets/licences are highly regarded, however practical operating experience will also be considered
- A current Australian driver's licence
- Reliable transport and the ability to travel to different job sites
- Good communication skills and a professional attitude
- The ability to work independently and as part of a small team
- Strong work ethic, reliability and punctuality
- Pride in delivering high-quality workmanship
- A good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements
- The ability to follow instructions and take responsibility for completing assigned tasks
Experience in the Following Will Be Highly Regarded
- Excavation and earthworks
- Retaining wall construction
- Turf installation
- Paving
- Concreting
- Fencing
- Decking
- Drainage
- Timber construction
- Soft landscaping and garden construction
- Operating excavators, Posi Track loaders and other landscaping machinery
What We Offer
- Initial 4-day-per-week position, with the opportunity to transition into ongoing full-time employment
- Ongoing work with a growing, family-owned local landscaping business
- A variety of residential landscape construction projects
- Competitive hourly rate, negotiable based on qualifications, experience and skills
- Superannuation paid in addition to wages
- Long-term employment and career development opportunities
- Work across South-East Melbourne, surrounding suburbs
- Supportive working environment within a small and growing team
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