Team Leader – Grounds Maintenance

Location: Newcastle, NSW

Employment Type: Full-Time

Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to join our growing maintenance team based in Newcastle. This is a hands-on leadership role that involves supervising crews while actively participating in day-to-day grounds maintenance activities across a variety of sites.

Our work spans multiple sectors, including:

• Retirement villages
• Local council contracts
• Commercial and industrial sites

As a mobile role, you’ll travel between sites throughout the Newcastle and surrounding regions using a company-provided vehicle.

About us

Glascott Landscape & Civil is an award-winning landscape construction company with over 38 years of experience delivering large-scale landscape and civil projects. We partner with builders, government bodies, developers, architects, and contractors across Canberra, Sydney, Newcastle, Wollongong, Melbourne, and Brisbane to create high-quality, sustainable outdoor environments.

About the Role

• Lead and support maintenance crews across multiple contracts
• Carry out grounds maintenance and general site upkeep
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Liaise with clients and supervisors as required
• Assist with planning daily works and allocating tasks
• Maintain equipment and ensure compliance with safety procedures

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, vegetation management, or a similar field
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong work ethic and ability to lead by example
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Current driver’s licence

Essential Requirements

• ChemCert AQF3

What’s On Offer

• Company vehicle provided
• Full-time, stable employment
• Variety of work across high-profile contracts
• Supportive team environment
• Immediate start available
• Competitive remuneration based on experience

If you’re an experienced maintenance professional looking to step into a leadership role with a respected and growing company, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and join a team that takes pride in delivering quality outcomes across Newcastle and the surrounding region.