About the role

Evolve Gardens and Landscaping Northern Rivers is seeking a dedicated and skilled Lawn and Garden Maintenance Worker to join our growing team in Ballina, NSW. This is a full-time position offering an excellent opportunity to work in a energetic landscaping environment where your expertise will directly contribute to creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces for our clients. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and care of gardens and lawns, ensuring every project meets our high standards of quality and attention to detail.

This position is based on-site in Ballina and will involve travel to various client locations throughout the Northern Rivers region.

Key responsibilities

- Perform regular lawn mowing, trimming, edging and lawn care to maintain client properties to a high standard
- Carry out garden maintenance tasks including weeding, pruning, hedge trimming and plant care
- Operate and maintain landscaping equipment and tools safely and effectively
- Prepare garden beds and apply mulch, fertilisers and other soil treatments as required
- Provide general grounds maintenance including pathway and driveway cleaning
- Ensure all work sites are left clean and tidy at the end of each day
- Follow health and safety protocols and maintain compliance with relevant workplace standards
- Communicate effectively with clients and team members to ensure satisfaction and project coordination
- Maintain equipment and report any maintenance issues promptly

What we're looking for

- Proven experience in lawn care, garden maintenance or a related landscaping role
- Sound knowledge of plants, grasses, gardening techniques and horticulture practices
- Competency in operating self propelled lawn mowers, Zero Turn Mowers and other ride on mowers , whipper snippers, hedge trimmers and other standard landscaping equipment
- Physical fitness and ability to perform repetitive tasks and heavy lifting throughout the working day




- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work
- Valid manual driver's licence
- Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to following health and safety procedures at all times
- Desirable: Certificate II or III in Horticulture or Landscape Gardening

What we offer At Evolve Gardens and Landscaping Northern Rivers, we believe in supporting our team members and fostering a positive working environment.

We offer competitive hourly rates based on experience and skills, with opportunities for progression within the organisation. You will benefit from working with a skilled and friendly team who are passionate about creating outstanding outdoor spaces. We prioritise safety and provide all necessary training and equipment to ensure you can perform your duties effectively.

Additionally, we offer flexibility where possible to support work-life balance, and we encourage ongoing professional development and upskilling in the landscaping and horticulture fields.

About us

Evolve Gardens and Landscaping Northern Rivers is a professional landscaping company dedicated to transforming and maintaining outdoor spaces throughout the Northern Rivers region. With a commitment to quality workmanship, reliability and exceptional customer service, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for both residential and commercial clients. Our team is passionate about horticulture and landscape design, and we take pride in delivering projects that enhance the natural beauty of our clients' properties.

We value our employees and strive to create a workplace where skilled professionals can grow their careers whilst contributing to the success of our business.

Apply now

If you are an experienced and enthusiastic Lawn and Garden Maintenance Worker ready to join our team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing your relevant experience to Evolve Gardens and Landscaping Northern Rivers. We look forward to meeting you and discussing how you can contribute to our continued success.

📌 Lawn and Garden Maintenance Worker (Ballina)
🏢 Evolve Gardens and Landscaping Northern Rivers
📍 Ballina