About the role

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Horticulturist / Gardener to join our team on a full-time basis, caring for established and beautifully maintained iconic Mornington Peninsula gardens at Wallaby Downs in Merricks North. Working closely with the General Manager of the Properties, and under the direction of the property owners, you will play a key role in maintaining the gardens and surrounding grounds to a consistently high standard.

Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to:

· Lawn mowing and overall grounds maintenance

. Pruning of hedges, fruit trees and general pruning

· Watering, weeding, and replanting

· Fertilising and pest management

· Maintaining gardens and grounds to a tidy, high standard

· Maintenance and care of tools and equipment

· Maintaining and monitoring irrigation systems

About You To be successful in this role, you will have:

· Extensive experience and sound knowledge of horticulture,



including both native and non-native plants

· A strong work ethic and the physical fitness required for outdoor work in all weather conditions

· A reliable, detail-oriented approach

· The ability to work both independently and as part of a small team

· The ability to follow instructions from both property owners and the General Manager

· Current spray certification

· A current chainsaw license

· Experience with ride on mowers

· Able to operate a tractor and bobcat preferred.

. A friendly, professional, and well-presented demeanor with strong written and oral communication.

Why Join Us?

· Weekday work, with some capacity for flexibility in hours.

· A beautiful and varied working environment

· Diverse and interesting tasks

· A key role within a small, family-owned property

· Market-competitive salary package

📌 Horticulturist / Gardener (Merricks North)
🏢 Elgee Park
📍 Merricks North