Team Leader Horticulture and Playspaces

• Grow your career and be part of an organisation committed to making a positive impact in the community
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
• Permanent full time role with ongoing development
• Band 8 salary $134,085 + Super, Monthly RDO for full-time 40-hour weeks

Why Choose City of Casey

The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home.

VIBE (Casey Works Centre) is home to the Open Space & City Greening business unit and offers modern, smart, and functional workspaces which support the service and operational needs of the Infrastructure & Open Space Department.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At the City of Casey, we know that great people deserve a great workplace. That’s why we offer an environment designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

• Our Ways of Working (OWOW) - our activity-based model allows you to work in different spaces, locations and with the latest technology.
• Reproductive health leave, up to 5 days of paid leave to support our employees
• THRIVE Wellbeing Program - access a suite of wellbeing initiatives, learning opportunities and resources to support your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
• 24/7 confidential counselling for you and your immediate family, offering support whenever you need it.
• Family‑friendly leave options, including 16 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, to support you through life’s biggest moments.
• Ongoing professional development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
• Free Workout Wednesdays, discounted gym memberships and an onsite café - convenience in one place.
• Private Health discounts for employees, through the access of the local government health plan.
• Be part of a team that truly lives its values: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud.
• And more https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/benefits-of-working-city-of-casey

About the Role

At City of Casey, we're creating vibrant, sustainable and welcoming outdoor environments for one of Australia's fastest-growing municipalities. We're seeking an experienced and passionate leader to oversee the management of our horticultural assets, playspaces, public art landscapes and community facility surrounds.

As the Team Leader Horticulture and Playspaces, you'll provide strategic leadership across a diverse portfolio, managing high-profile assets including playspaces, horticultural displays, community landscapes, outdoor public art and the renowned Wilson Botanic Park.

What You’ll deliver 

• Lead and mentor a team of specialist coordinators and contractors across horticulture, botanical horticulture, playspaces and landscapes.
• Drive the delivery of maintenance programs that enhance the presentation, safety and sustainability of public spaces.
• Develop and implement asset strategies, service standards and long-term management plans.
• Manage complex operational and capital works budgets and ensure value-for-money outcomes.
• Oversee the planning and delivery of minor capital projects and landscape improvements across the municipality.
• Lead contract management activities, including procurement, performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide expert advice to internal and external stakeholders on horticulture, landscape management and playspace assets.

What You’ll Bring

• Tertiary qualifications in horticulture, landscape management or a related discipline.
• Significant experience in horticulture, landscape management, public art and/or playground management.
• Proven success leading teams and managing external contractors.
• Strong experience managing complex operational and capital budgets.
• Well-developed stakeholder engagement, negotiation and influencing skills.
• A current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check, Eligibility to Work check and Functional Assessment (Medical/physio & hearing examination) 

Position Description:  Team Leader Horticulture and Playspaces - PD - 2026 08 13.pdf

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply online by submitting your cover letter and resume.

For enquiries, contact Kristen Jackson - Head of Open Space and City Greening at krjackson@casey.vic.gov.au or 9705 5879

Applications close at 11:55pm on Thursday 3 September 2026.

Please note: Applications are only accepted via our online portal.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Casey is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe, and equal opportunity employer.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or Talent@casey.vic.gov.au.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Please note: Unsolicited emails or approaches from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.

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