Landscape Gardner

The Coconut Hut in Port Doulas is a local landscaping business specialising in tree removals, palm de-nutting, and garden makeovers – bringing tropical charm and expert care to your outdoor space.

The Coconut Hut is now looking to employ a fulltime experienced Landscape Gardener to join our team. We are offering a yearly salary $75,515 - $86,000 depending on experience.

The right candidate will be responsible for:

· Mowing, trimming, tree cutting and pruning

· Plants, transplants, fertilizers, applies chemicals, waters, prunes and weeds flows beds and plant areas.

· Installing, operating, repairing and maintaining irrigation systems.

· Work with hand tools and machinery such as plants vehicle and diggers.

· Perform maintenance such as cutting the grass, emptying bins, managing weed control and leaf raking

· Maintain all areas clean and tidy

· Train and supervise junior gardeners

· Ensure a safe environment for staff and clients by adhering to safety and health regulations.

· Seeding and sodding lawns

· Keep plants and flowers healthy by pruning and trimming trees and shrubs and weeding, mulching and aerating.

· Maintain the existing landscaping design and ensure plant survival

· Distributes proper fertilisers, insecticides and organic materials

· Install and maintain hard scapes

· Water plant and grass as needed and apply fertilisers

About You:

· At least 1 year of experience as a Landscape Gardener

· Holds Certificate III in Landscape Construction

· Strong ability to operate and control landscape and gardening equipment

· Strong physical skills like lifting, bending and reaching

· The ability to use, repair and maintain machines and tools

· Strong attention to detail.

If you believe you meet the criteria above, please apply now with your resume & cover letter!