Job Description

We are seeking an experienced operational leader to take ownership of multi-site parks, gardens and horticultural contracts across Sydney Metro. In this role, you will lead contract delivery, develop high-performing teams, strengthen client partnerships and drive safe, effective and commercially successful operations.

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This is an opportunity to combine your horticultural expertise with strategic leadership, financial accountability and hands‑on operational oversight.

What you’ll be responsible for: n

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- Lead the end-to-end delivery of parks, gardens and horticultural maintenance contracts.
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- Ensure service level agreements and performance targets are consistently achieved.
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- Manage budgets, P&L; performance, forecasting and operational expenditure.
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- Optimise workforce planning, scheduling, resources and subcontractor performance.
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- Coach and develop Works Coordinators, Team Leaders, tradespeople and labourers.
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- Champion a zero-harm culture and maintain strong WHS, environmental and quality standards.
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- Build trusted relationships with major clients, commercial partners and local government stakeholders.
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- Support contract renewals,



tender submissions and sustainable business growth.
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What you’ll bring: nn
- At least seven years’ experience in senior operational or multi-site management within horticulture, commercial landscaping, turf management or open-space facilities.
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- Tertiary qualification in Horticulture, Parks and Gardens Management or a related discipline.
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- Demonstrated experience managing budgets and P&L; performance.
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- Strong people leadership, coaching and stakeholder management capability.
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- Sound knowledge of commercial horticultural maintenance, WHS requirements and environmental compliance.
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- A valid NSW driver licence and White Card.
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Why this role? nn
- Lead diverse, multi-site operations across the Sydney Metro region.
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- Shape team culture, service quality and commercial performance.
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- Work closely with senior leaders, clients and local government stakeholders.
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- Contribute to the presentation, sustainability and long-term care of important community green spaces.
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📌 NSW State Manager - Parks & Gardens (Sydney)
🏢 Summit Open Space Services
📍 Sydney