Landscape Maintenance Trades Assistants

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia LEATHWOOD PTY LTD Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

About UsFounded in 2009, we deliver landmark civil and landscape projects that drive growth in cities and communities nationwide. As an Australian-owned company with a focus on innovation and continuous investment in our business and people, we are positioned as industry leaders. Through strategic partnerships with private sector clients and government agencies, we transform urban environments by creating open spaces that bring people together.

Role OverviewAs a Trades Assistant / Apprentice at Leathwood you will be an integral part of our maintenance department, supporting the day-to-day operations of our landscaping maintenance contracts and projects. You will assist the team in delivering high-quality services, follow safe work practices, and help maintain well-presented, well-cared-for client gardens and outdoor spaces. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing company in a vital operational role.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with routine garden and landscape maintenance, including mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, hedging, and mulching.
  • Support planting, staking, fertilising, and watering to ensure healthy plant growth.
  • Help with pest and disease control under supervision.
  • Maintain hard surfaces, including sweeping, blowing, and general tidying.
  • Assist in setting up, repairing, and maintaining irrigation systems.
  • Safely use and maintain hand tools, power tools, and garden equipment.
  • Remove green waste and rubbish from worksites.
  • Follow instructions from supervisors and work collaboratively as part of the team.
  • Learn and apply horticultural knowledge and best practices while working toward apprenticeship qualifications.
  • Adhere to workplace health and safety standards at all times.

Experience & Skills:

  • No prior experience required – full training provided
  • Genuine interest in horticulture, landscaping, and working outdoors.
  • Willingness to learn and develop new skills in garden maintenance.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
  • Strong work ethic with reliability and punctuality.
  • Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on, outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
  • Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
  • Commitment to safety and safe work practices.
  • Driver's licence (provisional or full) is desirable but not essential. Hold a current and valid driver's licence.

If you are enthusiastic about starting a career in garden and landscape maintenance, eager to learn new skills, and enjoy working outdoors as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you

Leathwood. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

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