Head Gardener

3 weeks ago


Nagambie, Australia Yulong Stud Full time

Set over 3,500 acres near Nagambie in the pristine Goulburn Valley, you will find Yulong Farms. Yulong is a family-owned and operated business whose vision is to be one of the best and most influential thoroughbred breeders in Australasia, with immaculate farms and state
- of
- the art facilities that reflect the quality we strive to achieve.

Reporting to our Farm Manager and overseeing a team of employees, the successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring our gardens, lawns, and landscaped areas are always maintained to a high standard.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

- An ability to motivate and manage a team,
- Sound knowledge of planting and plant identification, soil and grass types, hedge cutting and general gardening
- The ability to design and develop landscaping around new and existing buildings
- Experience in managing large areas of lawn and garden beds in good condition year round
- Experience in irrigation maintenance and installation
- Knowledge of water features and fountains (highly regarded but not necessary)
- The ability to maintain equipment to a high standard
- A minimum of 2 years of managerial experience in horticulture
- A current driver’s license
- Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks
- The ability to manage projects and drive results
- Clear and developed communication skills
- Attention to detail
- An excellent work ethic and can-do attitude