WHO WE ARE
Nest farm is in the hinterland 20 minutes from Byron Bay and Ballina Byron airport and in close reach of the Gold Coast and Brisbane tourism markets. In addition to being a significant tourist destination, the region is also known to have a unique climate and volcanic soils that are recognised to have high horticultural value.
The 150-acre parcel with 2.5 km frontage on a perennial creek, patches of remnant Big Scrub rainforest, and a mature certified organic Lychee Tree orchard, is prime farm land and provides a stunning setting for eco-tourism farm stay accommodations.
THE ROLE
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Landscape Gardener to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in creating, developing, and maintaining the landscaped grounds of our farm stay accommodation. This position requires a strong eye for detail, a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship, and the ability to ensure all landscaping projects are completed in accordance with safety requirements and industry standards.
MAIN TASKS:
· Develop landscape plans by interpreting designs, selecting suitable plants and materials, and organising construction schedules.
· Establish landscape layouts and install both structural (hardscape) and planted (softscape) landscape features.
· Construct outdoor landscape elements including paved areas, retaining walls, fences, pergolas, trellises, ponds, barbecues, and garden fixtures.
· Prepare garden beds, seedbeds, and planting areas to support healthy plant establishment.
· Plant and maintain trees, shrubs, hedges, flowers, bulbs, and other ornamental vegetation.
· Prepare lawn areas through soil preparation, grass seeding, or installation of instant turf.
· Install irrigation systems, including pumps, pipes, valves, and water meters, to meet landscape requirements.
· Test, service, and repair irrigation systems to ensure efficient operation and water distribution.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Select appropriate landscaping materials, plants, and equipment to meet project specifications.
· Ensure landscape construction is completed in accordance with design plans and quality standards.
· Calculate irrigation requirements and determine suitable hydraulic system parameters.
· Monitor the condition of newly installed landscapes and irrigation systems, undertaking adjustments where required.
· Maintain safe work practices and operate landscaping tools and equipment in compliance with workplace health and safety requirements.
· Coordinate work activities to ensure projects are completed within scheduled timeframes and to the required standard.
RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of a Certificate III in a highly relevant field.
RELEVANT SKILLS:
· Paving, fencing, and retaining wall construction
· Soil preparation and turf establishment
· Operation of landscaping tools and equipment
· Reading landscape plans and drawings
· Time management and attention to detail
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:
At least 1 year of work experience as a Landscape Gardener.
Salary Expectation: $75,000 - $85,000 per annum
Position type: Full-time role
Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Education:
- Certificate I - IV (Required)
Experience:
- Landscaping: 1 year (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
