Lanscape/property maintenance team lead

Lead Landscaper High-end residential & commercial landscapes | Full-time | Brisbane & surrounds About the role Hands-on leadership role delivering premium landscape construction and finishing. You run the job on site, set the standard of workmanship, talk clearly with clients and the office, and take a small crew with you. Quality-first work — planting, hardscape, edges, mulch, paving support, presentation-ready finishes — not volume mowing. Strong preference for someone who already owns core tools (or will kit up) and has their own ute. What you will do Lead day-to-day delivery on high-end residential (and selected commercial) projects Plan the day, allocate tasks, keep a small team productive and safe Install planting, beds, edging, mulch, feature plants and finishing details to a premium standard Support hardscape: paving prep, stepping stones, edges, minor concrete as required Protect existing gardens and property; leave sites clean every day Communicate professionally with clients on site Liaise with the office on scope, materials, photos, variations and next-day planning Own quality: levels, lines, plant placement, soil and finish before you leave Follow WHS (White Card, tool/plant safety, site induction) Help train and set the standard for junior crew What we need Proven landscaping experience — ideally high-end residential or boutique commercial, not just labour or mowing Ability to lead a small team: instructions, pace, quality, accountability Strong communication — polite with clients, clear with crew, reliable with the office Own core tools, or a genuine willingness to purchase a professional kit soon after starting Own registered and insured ute strongly preferred Current QLD C-class licence (manual preferred) White Card Reliable, presentable, punctual — you will be on private properties Fit for full days in SEQ conditions Right to work in Australia Highly regarded Paving, stone, steel/timber edging, irrigation basics, or decorative concrete Strong plant knowledge Reading simple plans and setting out beds/levels Plant tickets (skid steer, mini excavator) or willingness to get them Previous work for landscape construction companies, designers, or high-net-worth residential clients Tools and vehicle Suits someone who operates like a tradesperson. Own or buy a kit such as: Hand tools: shovels, forks, rakes, barrow, levels, string line, tape, knives, pruners, loppers Relevant power tools PPE Ute with racks/tray for tools, plants and small materials (rego + comprehensive insurance if used on jobs) A tool/vehicle allowance can be discussed for the right person kitting up to standard. Include a short note covering: Years and type of landscaping experience Whether you lead or have led a crew Tools you already own Ute (make/year is enough) and current licence A few photos of recent work if you have them