Team Leader

Are you an experienced landscaping professional ready to lead high-performing teams and deliver exceptional outdoor environments?

At The Plant People, we are passionate about creating innovative environmental enhancement solutions and delivering high-quality landscapes for future generations. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Team Leader to join our Christchurch division and lead landscape construction and maintenance projects throughout Canterbury.

About the Role

Based out of our Kaiapoi Depot, you will be responsible for coordinating, managing, and delivering a variety of landscape projects across Canterbury. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will work closely with project managers, clients, and onsite teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and coordinating landscape construction and maintenance teams
• Managing project delivery, planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Pricing project variations and supporting tender submissions
• Monitoring project budgets and financial performance
• Conducting site meetings and client reporting
• Ensuring compliance with NZ3910 contract requirements
• Driving a strong health and safety culture across all operations
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and business growth
• Supporting and developing staff through effective leadership and communication

About You

You are an organised and proactive leader with a passion for landscaping, horticulture, and developing successful teams.

To be successful, you'll bring:

• Proven experience managing multiple teams across various project sites
• At least 3 years' experience in a leadership or management role within landscaping or horticulture
• Strong knowledge of the New Zealand landscaping industry
• Sound horticultural knowledge, including planting, plant identification, and maintenance practices
• Project planning and project management experience
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong commercial awareness and financial management capabilities
• The ability to motivate, coach, and lead teams to achieve outstanding results
• A commitment to health, safety, and continuous improvement

Desirable Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Horticulture or related field
• Current Site Safe Gold Card (or equivalent)
• Current First Aid Certificate
• GrowSafe Certification
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence
• Class 2 Licence or higher is advantageous

What We Offer

• A leadership role with a well-established and respected landscaping business
• Diverse projects across the Canterbury region
• A supportive and collaborative management team
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A strong safety-focused culture
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the growth and success of the business

About The Plant People

Our vision is to be the market leader in delivering innovative environmental enhancement solutions. We empower our people to deliver high-quality landscapes that leave a lasting legacy for future generations.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced landscape leader who enjoys balancing people leadership, project delivery, and client relationships, we'd love to hear from you.