Grounds Maintenance Crew Lead

The Role

A career in horticulture with Programmed offers a pathway to growth and opportunity. Many of our current supervisor/managers began their journey as Grounds Maintenance Crew Leads and build fulfilling careers through ongoing development.

We are seeking a motivated Grounds Team Lead to oversee and deliver grounds maintenance services across various Sydney Water sites in South West & M5 corridor, Sydney NSW. This hands-on role involves regular travel between locations and active participation in maintenance tasks. A strong safety-first mindset is essential, as you’ll be responsible for upholding and promoting safe work practices across all activities.

Key Responsibilities

- Operate whipper snippers, blowers, and mowers to manage vegetation and maintain large open areas.
- Support broader grounds maintenance activities as needed.
- Lead on-site delivery of works, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and a consistent focus on safety.
- Record job details using an iPad, including photos, work logs,



pre-starts, and labour entries.
- Conduct routine maintenance of tools and equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Adhere to and champion all safety procedures and work practices, ensuring team compliance and hazard awareness.

Requirements

- Valid Construction White Card.
- Current driver’s licence (essential).
- Experience with towing trailers or ability to learn
- Comfortable using digital systems and iPads for reporting.
- Positive, flexible attitude and strong teamwork skills.
- Safety-conscious with a commitment to maintaining a safe work workplace for yourself and others.
- Willingness to complete onboarding requirements: medical checks, reference and police checks.
- Previous experience in grounds maintenance is essential.

Reference number: 972248
Profession:Trades Qualified

Company: Programmed
Date posted: 12th Aug, 2026

📌 Grounds Maintenance Crew Lead (Sydney)
🏢 Programmed
📍 Sydney