15 Aug
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Delicious Gardens
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Australia
15 Aug
Delicious Gardens
Australia
Established in 2010, Delicious Gardens is a small team that focuses on quality garden maintenance, garden renovations, lawn mowing and medium sized landscaping work in Kangaroo Valley, NSW. We manage everything from large residential and commercial landscapes to compact courtyard gardens. We have a reputation in our small town as the largest most efficient garden/landscaping team.
We have over 70 lovely regular customers that have supported us for over a decade. Images of some of our work can be seen on our facebook page, Delicious Gardens and/or Kangaroo Landscaping. We have consistently been a team of five staff for several years, and as one of our long-term team members retires after almost 10 years, we are now seeking an experienced Senior Gardener / Landscaper who can work independently, take ownership of garden quality, and help lift the skill level of our team.
At Delicious Gardens we aim to help our clients create beautiful gardens, by being reliable, consistent and ensuring a high standard of work. Does this sound like you?
This is not casual or contract work. We're looking for someone who wants to build a long-term career with an established, stable business. This role offers genuine scope to progress into broader team leadership and operational responsibilities for the right person who demonstrates commitment to horticulture career development.
Skills and Experience:
Strong plant knowledge and ability to diagnose garden issues (or genuine commitment to develop this with our support)
Confidence making on-site decisions without constant supervision
Ability to lead by example and mentor junior staff
High standards of finish and presentation
Comfortable managing time across multiple sites per day
High attention to detail, the ability to appreciate the aesthetics of a garden and strive to always improve
Valuable communication skills and presents well when interacting with clients
Motivated to undertake additional training to deepen their skills and knowledge
Genuine commitment to a long-term horticulture career - not just looking for a job to fill time
Staff are supplied with a fully equipped work ute for business hours
Work with a team of people who enjoy being outside
The business already has a system for each client to make handovers to new staff very easy
Full time: package (package dependent on a per applicant basis) + super
Work shirts and jackets provided
Flexible and friendly working environment (work days are typically 7 till 3, Mon - Fri)
Employees are given opportunities for additional training paid for by the business in business time
Overtime is available to the right applicant
Clear career pathway with documented progression framework
The Reality!
There is definitely an expectation on time management. If you can't work to a schedule, then you won't last long! Most days we visit multiple properties so the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time is critical to the role.
We expect all staff to be able to call each other if there is a problem, if you have an issue with asking for help, this isn't the job for you.
There are very few gardens that are flat in Kangaroo Valley, so you need to be physically capable.
As a senior role you are expected to role model the ability to work through the challenges of being a gardener working outside.
We need someone who can commit to being part of our team long-term - this is a career opportunity, not a stop-gap
Business structure
We are a small, stable team with consistent growth
This senior role offers genuine scope to progress into broader team leadership and operational responsibilities over time for the right person
We invest in our people - if you're committed to horticulture, we're committed to developing your career
This role is ideal for a skilled gardener who enjoys autonomy, values quality work, and wants to play a key role in a well-established business rather than just 'getting through the day'. We're looking for someone who sees this as a long-term career move, not just another job.
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📌 Senior Gardener Landscaper (Australia)
🏢 Delicious Gardens
📍 Australia