- Our business is expanding and growing, and we want you to be a part of our journey.
- Assist with the maintenance and nurture of a variety of natural, thriving ecosystems.
- Play a part in the planting, building and construction of a variety of public space and natural resource projects.
Australian Ecosystems are a market-leading specialist who creates award winning public spaces, sustainable communities, and diverse natural resource projects for our greater community.
Due to our growing portfolio of commercial landscape projects, we have exciting opportunities for an experienced General Labourer to join our team assisting with the construction and maintenance of natural sustainable spaces we create.
The role will be located within growth corridors across Metropolitan Melbourne, reporting to our Supervisor.
The role
As the successful candidate you will be responsible for making a positive contribution to the planting and horticultural works on major civil, commercial, residential, and industrial landscapes, and completion of ecological restoration projects. In addition, but not limited to:
- Assisting the maintenance team with the maintenance of native vegetation including remnant vegetation and restored landscapes, wetlands and creek corridors, and open spaces.
- Completing general maintenance of turf, lawn, native vegetation, advanced trees, and garden beds
- Completing small and large-scale plantings, advanced tree planting, spreading of mulch, herbicide application and watering of establishing landscapes.
- Installing jute mat, tree guards, bird netting, turf and fencing and other duties as directed by your supervisors.
About you
- Qualifications in Horticulture/Landscaping or previous industry experience preferred.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, heavy equipment, and materials.
- Currently hold construction induction qualification or ability to obtain.
- Driven to improve efficiencies, with ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
- Fit for physical work.
- Attention to detail
Preferred but not required:
- Certificate 3 Chemical User
- Disease and Pest Control Identification Certificate
You will be joining a growing business with a high-performing culture who value people first, with a passion for delivering high-quality outcomes. s.
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply today with your Resume and Covering Letter.
We request no agency applications or approaches.