Eureka Landscapes is seeking a qualified and experienced Landscape Construction and Establishment Specialist to join our Sunshine Coast team in a permanent full time position.For more than 45 years, Eureka Landscapes has delivered award-winning commercial landscape construction and maintenance projects throughout South-East Queensland.The position is primarily based at Caloundra – Aura, although work at other Sunshine Coast or South-East Queensland locations may occasionally be required.
Where travel between sites is required, a company vehicle will be provided or approved travel time and costs will be paid.About the RoleThis is a hands-on skilled role that provides the practical link between landscape construction and ongoing maintenance.
You will take works from plan interpretation, site preparation and set-out through installation, establishment, rectification and handover.Your duties will include:Preparing and interpreting landscape plans and drawings, selecting suitable materials and plants, confirming measurements and quantities, and planning the work sequenceSetting out and installing hardscape and softscape works to the required line, level and quality, including gravel and paved areas, edging, walls, fences, trellises, pergolas, ponds, barbecues and garden furniturePreparing sites, soil, seedbeds, garden beds and growing areas, including excavation, levelling, drainage, soil improvement and placement of growing mediaPlanting trees, shrubs, hedges, flowers, bulbs and other plants, and preparing lawn areas using topsoil, grass seed or instant turfInstalling and maintaining irrigation components where trained and authorised, and completing required erosion, sediment and environmental controlsEstablishing and maintaining completed landscapes through watering, mowing, edging, mulching, pruning, hedging, fertilising, cultivation and stakingMonitoring plant, turf and irrigation performance and controlling weeds,



pests and plant disease using approved methods where appropriately certifiedInspecting completed works, rectifying defects and non-conformances, and preparing safe, clean and presentable areas for handoverSafely operating authorised tools, vehicles, plant and machinery, completing pre-starts and reporting defects promptlyFollowing site rules, SWMS, HSEQ and environmental requirements, using required PPE and reporting hazards, incidents and immediate risksWhat You Will NeedBoth AHC***** Certificate III in Landscape Construction (or a superseded equivalent) and AHC***** Certificate III in Parks and Gardens (or a superseded equivalent).
Both qualifications are mandatory and experience cannot substitute for either qualificationAt least one year of relevant on-the-job training and demonstrated commercial landscape construction and establishment experienceExperience interpreting plans, completing accurate set-out, selecting materials and plants, and completing hardscape, softscape, planting and turf worksPractical experience delivering landscape establishment, maintenance and rectification through to handover under commercial specifications, programs and quality standardsAbility to plan work fronts and coordinate labour, plant, materials, access, subcontractors and suppliersCurrent driver licence valid in Queensland and a Construction White CardA reliable, punctual and safety-focused approach, with the ability to communicate well, keep accurate records and work effectively as part of a crewAbility to safely undertake physical outdoor work in varying weather conditionsAdditional training in irrigation, drainage, soils or landscape establishment, relevant plant or machinery competencies, and ACDC certification are desirableWhat We OfferEureka work shirts and required PPEOngoing training and opportunities to gain further qualificationsCareer development within an established landscaping businessA supportive, practical and experienced teamSalary of $70,000 to $80, 000 per annum plus superannuation
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📌 Landscape Construction & Establishment Specialist (Caloundra)
🏢 Eureka Landscapes
📍 Caloundra