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Landscape Construction
If you’ve ever enjoyed planning the shape of a new garden, digging vegetable garden beds or a session with the hedge trimmer, you may be suited to a career in Landscape Construction.What sort of things do Landscape Construction workers do?
- Interpret and implement architects\' plans for projects
- Prepare plans, specifications and quotations for landscape projects
- Select materials and plants
- Landscape a range of sites
- Construct paths, fences, retaining walls, water features, paved areas, garden sites, play structures and other landscape features
- Install and maintain drainage and irrigation systems
- Operate horticultural machinery
Where do Landscape Construction workers work?
- Landscape companies
- Local Councils
- Botanical gardens, national parks
- Newly developed housing estates
- Industrial complexes
- For themselves
You may enjoy being a Landscape Construction if you...
- Can work outdoors in varied weather conditions
- Have an interest in the natural environment
- Have a good sense of design
- Are free from allergies to chemicals and plants
- Can perform manual and heavy work
What sort of training do you need?
To become a Landscaper usually requires completion of an Apprenticeship in Horticulture (Landscaping). Entry requirements may vary, but employers generally require Year 10. The length of the training can vary and may involve both on-the-job and off-the-job components. The off-the-job training is provided through Registered Training Organisations to Certificate III level. You may be able to start training for this occupation while still at school.Smart Move
Landscape Construction is a growth market, increasingly seen as invaluable in new housing developments, council beautification projects and public parks.Gallery
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