Job Description

Horticulturist Team Leader

Western Sydney Full Time
Salary negotiable based on experience
Company vehicle provided for work use

Join a team where your leadership and horticultural expertise will make an impact

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Horticulturist Team Leader to join our team in Western Sydney

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong horticultural knowledge and proven leadership experience who enjoys working outdoors, leading from the front, and delivering quality outcomes across a variety of sites. You will play a key role in supervising day-to-day works, supporting your team, and ensuring sites are maintained to a high standard.

If you are reliable, hands-on, and take pride in both your work and your leadership, we would like to hear from you.

About the role

As a Horticulturist Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading a team in the delivery of horticultural and grounds maintenance services across Western Sydney. You will help coordinate daily tasks, maintain safe and efficient work practices, and ensure all works are completed to a professional standard.

This role requires a balance of practical horticultural skill, team supervision, and the ability to keep jobs running smoothly on site.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and supervise team members across horticultural and landscape maintenance works
• Coordinate daily site activities and allocate tasks effectively
• Carry out hands-on horticultural duties including planting, pruning, mulching, hedging, mowing, edging, and weed control
• Monitor site quality and ensure presentation standards are maintained
• Support, guide, and mentor team members in the field
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the required standard
• Operate and maintain tools, machinery, and equipment safely
• Communicate professionally with supervisors, clients, and internal stakeholders as required

About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in horticulture
• 3–5 years’ experience in a leadership or supervisory role
• Certificate III in Parks and Gardens
• Current Driver’s Licence
• Strong practical horticultural knowledge and experience
• Proven ability to lead teams and maintain high work standards
• Good communication skills and a dependable, proactive approach
• A strong commitment to safe work practices

Desirable tickets and qualifications

The following will be highly regarded:

• White Card
• Working with Children Check
• Chemical Certificate

What we offer

• Full-time, ongoing role
• Work across Western Sydney
• Company vehicle provided for work use
• Salary negotiable based on experience
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to step into a leadership role with responsibility and variety

Apply now

If you are an experienced horticultural professional ready to take the next step in your career, apply now with your resume and relevant qualifications.