Irrigation Manager

About Role

Green by Nature is seeking an experienced and driven Irrigation Manager to lead the delivery performance and continuous improvement of our Irrigation division.

This is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing irrigation projects across Melbourne for some of our high profile Sports and Commercial clients ensuring sustainable water management site auditing and high-quality outcomes for our clients. If you are a strategic thinker with strong technical expertise and a passion for leading a small team and optimising irrigation performance this role is for you!

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Irrigation teams across a range of projects
• Oversee the installation programming maintenance and repair of irrigation systems
• Develop and implement water management strategies aligned with sustainability goals
• Review and interpret irrigation designs plans and specifications
• Conduct system audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage scheduling resourcing and workforce planning
• Monitor budgets materials and cost controls to ensure commercial performance
• Diagnose complex system faults and provide technical direction
• Liaise directly with clients stakeholders and internal managers
• Maintain accurate reporting performance tracking and documentation

Benefits

• Receive a competitive benefits package in line with the expertise you bring to the role.
• Supplied uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Company vehicle phone and laptop provided.

About You

Youre an experienced irrigation professional with strong technical knowledge and leadership skills. You have hands-on experience with irrigation systems and have stepped into a supervisory or management role where you lead teams and oversee multiple sites.

You understand irrigation design plans and can confidently guide others to ensure work is completed safely efficiently and to a high standard.

You are organised and able to manage schedules priorities and resources across different locations. You communicate well with team members clients and internal stakeholders and you are comfortable using reporting systems and digital tools.

Essential Requirements:

• Certificate III in Irrigation Technology (or relevant horticulture qualification)
• Current Drivers Licence
• Working With Children Check
• Construction White Card

Our Team & Culture

Discover Green by Nature our purpose is to enhance lives by constructing nurturing and maintaining exceptional green spaces. We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. Safety is a critical part of our culture.

We embrace and celebrate diversity equity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applicants from all Bravery and Care are our core values.