Horticulture & Maintenance Manager | Premium Landscapes

Join a multi award-winning landscape company delivering premium outdoor spaces across Newcastle, Maitland and the Hunter Valley. Lead a skilled team, work on exceptional properties and grow your career with a business that values craftsmanship, teamwork and personal growth.

Are you a passionate horticultural professional who takes pride in delivering exceptional outdoor spaces? Do you enjoy leading from the front, working hands-on with a team and keeping premium landscapes at the highest standard? This is an opportunity to join Jason Reading Landscapes as our next Horticulture & Maintenance Manager.

About Us

Jason Reading Landscapes is a multi award-winning, family-owned landscape company with over 26 years of industry experience. We design and build premium outdoor spaces for high-end homes, schools and commercial clients. We’re passionate about outdoor spaces that inspire learning, foster connection, encourage relaxation and create lasting memories.

Our culture is built on communication, teamwork, quality, respect, integrity and health, with a strong focus on personal and professional growth. Monthly team BBQs, team awards and reward days throughout the year are part of how we keep our workplace positive, connected and supportive.

Role at a Glance

- Position: Horticulture & Maintenance Manager
- Location: Maitland & Hunter Valley, NSW (on-site, travelling to client properties)
- Employment type: Full-time
- Pay: $38.50 – $42.50 per hour + superannuation

Pay & Benefits

- $38.50 – $42.50 per hour + superannuation
- Vehicle provided for the right candidate
- Birthday day off
- Relocation assistance for applicable candidates
- Ongoing personal and professional development




- Monthly team BBQs, team awards and reward days throughout the year
- Long-term career growth in a supportive, family-owned business
- The chance to work on some of the Hunter Valley’s finest landscapes

What You’ll Do

- Coordinate and schedule ongoing maintenance for high-end residential clients
- Lead and work alongside a small horticulture and maintenance team
- Deliver exceptional garden and landscape presentation standards
- Assist with soft landscaping works on premium construction projects
- Work closely with our construction teams so projects run seamlessly
- Build solid client relationships through professional communication and service
- Make sure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a premium standard
- Foster a positive, team-oriented culture onsite

What You’ll Bring

- Certificate III or higher in Horticulture, Parks & Gardens or a related field (required)
- Solid plant identification and care knowledge
- Leadership or team management experience in landscaping or horticulture
- Proven experience in horticulture, landscape maintenance or garden management
- Experience working with high-end residential clients
- Strong organisational and scheduling skills
- Current driver licence (essential)
- High attention to detail and pride in your workmanship

Nice to Have

- White Card
- First Aid Certificate
- MR Truck Licence




- Chainsaw licence/certification
- Chemical Handling Accreditation (ACDC Licence)
- Experience operating machinery and small plant equipment

Our Hiring Process

1. Apply: complete the application form on our careers page (jasonreadinglandscapes.com.au/careers) and upload your resume and a short cover letter about your horticulture and leadership experience.
2. Review: we review every application and contact shortlisted candidates.
3. Phone chat: a quick call to get to know you and answer your questions.
4. Interview: an in-person interview with our team in Maitland, which may include a site visit.
5. Checks & offer: reference checks and confirmation of qualifications and licences, then an offer.

Applicant Privacy

We handle the personal information in your application in line with the Australian Privacy Act 1988. It is used only to assess your suitability for this role and is accessed only by the people involved in hiring. With your consent, we may keep your details on file for future opportunities. You can request access to or correction of your information at any time. Read our full Privacy Policy at jasonreadinglandscapes.com.au/privacy-policy.

Why Join JRL?

At Jason Reading Landscapes, you’ll be part of a passionate, award-winning team that values craftsmanship, teamwork and growth. You’ll work on premium projects while building a long-term career in a supportive family-owned business. With strong leadership, a connected team culture, ongoing development and recognition for great work, you can grow personally and professionally while creating outdoor spaces that leave a lasting impact.

Ready to lead from the front? Apply now.

📌 Horticulture & Maintenance Manager (Maitland)
🏢 Jason Reading Landscapes
📍 Maitland