Gardener
Gardener – Based in Caulfield, VIC
Kogan People Solutions are assisting a successful, locally owned and operated gardening and landscaping business as they recruit their new gardener based in Caulfield, Victoria.
Our client offers a range of professional gardening and landscaping services, whether that be new projects or maintaining existing projects, with a focus on residential and commercial contracts across Metro Melbourne. The pipeline of new work is bursting, and they now seek another skilled and qualified gardener to join the team.The work is full time and ongoing.
Salary - great salary in the range $70,000 to $80,000 per annum plus superannuation.
Location – work locations are across Metro Melbourne. Their base is in Caulfield, Victoria.
To be considered, you need to be able to demonstrate the following attributes and strengths:
- Well experienced in all aspects of the gardening and landscaping trade.
- Excellent communication skills.
- You must be comfortable working in a team or independently.
Duties will include:
- Selecting, planting, pruning, and maintaining various plants, trees, shrubs, and flowers in gardens and landscaped areas.
- Mowing, watering, fertilizing, and weeding lawns to ensure they are healthy, well-kept, and visually appealing.
- Preparing soil by fertilizing, mulching, aerating, and amending it for optimal plant growth.
- Identifying and treating plant diseases and pest infestations using safe and effective methods, including natural remedies or pesticides when necessary.
- Safe handling and maintaining of gardening tools and machinery (e.g., mowers, trimmers, and sprayers) to ensure they are safe and efficient for daily use.
- Work with a deep understanding of OHS practices and requirements.
- Working with pride!
To successfully apply, you:
- Possess relevant trade certificates to at least Certificate III level plus 2 years supervised working experience or agreed substitute.
- Have a minimum 2 to 3 years (preferably more) working experience in this industry since you acquired your qualifications.
- Excellent demonstrated team skills, patience, and empathy.
- Are prompt and reliable, with excellent time management skills.
- Are eager to secure a full-time salaried position (so this role is not suitable for sub-contractors)
You have unrestricted rights to work in Australia.
Applications:
Please respond to the recruiters using the facilities on this site, and ensure you attach your updated CV.
Kogan People Solutions are grateful for all applications, but kindly note that they will only respond to shortlisted applicants.
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