Gardening Team Leader

Gardening Team Leader Location: Queenstown Type: Full-time (minimum 40hour/week) Salary: $80,000 – $100,000 Join Groundswell Landscapes as our Gardening Team Leader in Queenstown and spearhead the maintenance and enhancement of residential properties throughout the Queenstown Lakes District. This pivotal role places you at the helm of day-to-day operations and team leadership, driving our success forward. Benefit from a supportive team environment, diverse projects, and ample opportunities for professional growth within our company. Enjoy the flexibility to manage your schedule while elevating our maintenance services to new levels of excellence. As the Gardening Team Leader at Groundswell Landscapes, you'll lead a team of 2-5 individuals in the upkeep of some of Queenstown's most esteemed gardens. With your guidance, ensure excellence in every aspect of our gardening projects, from client communication to project management and team leadership. Your role is integral to upholding our standards of quality and achieving customer satisfaction at every turn. Join us in making a difference in the landscaping industry while advancing your career with us. What We Require: Minimum of 3 years of professional gardening experience Proven ability to manage both people and projects Strong knowledge of horticulture practices (formal qualifications are highly regarded, but not essential) Excellent work ethic and physical fitness Effective communication skills and collaborative mindset Impeccable attention to detail Previous experience in client-facing roles Current, full, clean manual driver’s license Experience with agricultural chemicals is preferred What You'll Receive: Competitive salary package based on skills and experience Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth Autonomy to shape and develop your role Company vehicle, iPhone, and iPad provided Job Description : Lead a team of 2-6 people. Gardening tasks, including weeding, trimming, fertilising, mowing, dethatching, coring, and seasonal maintenance. Schedule work for your team and keep clients updated. Assess trees and plants for health and provide treatments where needed. Handle irrigation checks, repairs, and installations where needed. Use agricultural chemicals. Maintain a high standard of customer satisfaction and professionalism. Keep on top of seasonal maintenance tasks. Join us in creating and maintaining stunning outdoor spaces while advancing your career in the landscaping industry. Apply now to become part of our dynamic team! For further details or to apply, please send your CV to admin@groundswell.net.nz or contact Tamsin at 021 951282 .