Company Overview:
We are UDL Group, a growing commercial landscaping and grounds maintenance company, servicing North and South-East Victoria from our offices in Epping and Pakenham in addition to our new office on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.
With over 150 team members working on high profile contracts, we pride ourselves on building lasting and rewarding careers with our staff where their work is valued, their contributions are recognized, and on-going opportunities to learn and develop in the industry are available.
Position: Gardener/Horticulturalist – Environmental
Area of Work: Overall Melbourne - Position starts ASAP.
Passionate about nature, open spaces and gardens? Do you think and live Green? Then this role might be for you, we are seeking a Gardener (qualified Gardener/Horticulturalist) for our new environmental maintenance area.
In this role you will, take a leading role in your day-to-day garden maintenance duties, work within construction sites and work closely with a small, dedicated team to provide regular garden maintenance.
Our Ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a love for managing gardens to ensure our open spaces thrive and flourish and be enthusiastic about having a variety of responsibilities.
This work is physical, so a good level of health and fitness is required, and the ability to manage your own time effectively with limited supervision is the key.
Key Responsibilities
As a valued experienced Gardener / Horticulturalist you will be responsible for (but not limited to):
- brush cutting
- hedging
- weeding
- chemical spraying
- pruning
- planting
- litter pick up
- mulching
- monitoring flora health, treating appropriately
- minor preventative maintenance on equipment and tools
- general garden upkeep; keeping spaces clean and tidy
- assess each site, identify and communicate key tasks to action.
- maintain adequate quality control to ensure no rework is required.
- liaise with traffic and traffic management personnel.
- coordinate and deliver quality services to contract specifications.
Requirements
To be successful in this position, candidates must have:
- Proven experience as a Gardener / Horticulturalist with a solid understanding of plant care techniques - essential.
- Have completed your Certificate III or above in Horticulture or Land Management – desired
- Permanent Australian work rights - essential; visa sponsorship for this position is not offered at this time.
- White Card (Construction Induction Card) - essential.
- Valid Victorian Drivers License (P Plate or Full License) - essential;
- ACUP/ Chemcert or experience with Herbicide application – essential.
- Traffic Management Certificate - desired, but not mandatory.
- First Aid Certificate - desired, but not mandatory.
- A positive attitude, great work standards, and easy-going personality to work as part of a team - essential.
What UDL Group can offer you:
- Uniform & PPE provided
- Phone allowance provided
- Vehicle, Tools and Equipment
- Monday to Friday full-time hours; stable long-term work
- Training and development by leading professionals in the industry
- Competitive salary
- Wholesome working environment with supportive team members
- Free wellbeing support
- Staff member reward and recognition program
- Company offerings; staff functions, toolbox breakfasts, birthday celebrations
Does this position sound like you?
If you are looking for a secure and challenging position with an established, driven, and friendly team who are quality focused then click the ‘APPLY NOW’ button below to fill in your application and upload your resume (a cover letter is not required for this position). Once you have submitted your application, we'll shortly be in contact.
Questions? Please email Recruitment Coordinator Sharon: [email protected]
Benefits:
- Employee mentoring program
- Free food
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
