Gardener jobs in Melbourne, VIC typically pay A$27–A$45 an hour (about A$4,650–A$7,800 a month full time). Most positions are live-out, with a usual schedule of weekly visits or full-time on estates. Employers ask for horticulture experience and a national police check and. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Melbourne.
- Typical pay
- A$27–A$45
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- A$4,650–A$7,800
- about 40 hours a week
- Live-in
- Rare
- accommodation provided
- Schedule
- Weekly visits or full-time on estates
- Open now
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Open gardener positions in Melbourne
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Register as a GardenerAbout gardener jobs in Melbourne
Working as a gardener in Melbourne, VIC means joining a private household. The gardener maintains lawns, beds, hedges and outdoor spaces so a property looks cared for in every season, and families across Greater Melbourne hire for this role all year round.
Melbourne is known for healthcare, education, technology, and advanced manufacturing, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as ANZ, NAB, Telstra, Monash Health, CSL, and the University of Melbourne. Melbourne's Parkville precinct is one of the largest biomedical research concentrations in the Southern Hemisphere.
Main duties
- Mow, edge and feed lawns
- Prune hedges, shrubs and small trees
- Plant and care for seasonal beds
- Control weeds and pests responsibly
- Clear leaves and green waste
Gardener pay in Melbourne
Household incomes in Melbourne are shaped by an average local salary of around A$92,000, which is why gardener pay here sits above the Australia average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.
Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.
A day as a gardener
- 7:00Watering & irrigation check
- 9:00Mowing & edging
- 11:30Pruning & weeding
- 14:00Planting & feeding
- 16:00Clean-up & tools
Why work in Melbourne?
The local job market is growing at 3.7% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Melbourne.
Melbourne is often described as “Medical Research and Education Capital”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.
Requirements
What families ask for
- Horticulture experience
- Safe use of power tools
- Knowledge of local plants and climate
- References
Working in Australia
- Right to work in Australia: Workers must hold a visa with work rights; check eligibility through the government’s VEVO service.
- Checks: employers usually ask for a national police check and, for roles with children, a state Working With Children Check; NDIS worker screening applies to some disability support roles.
- Minimum pay: wages must meet the national minimum wage or the applicable award rate.
- Contract: A written agreement covering hours, pay rates, penalty rates and leave is strongly recommended.
Live-in or live-out?
Most gardener roles in Melbourne are live-out, paid by the hour and booked for regular days. Ask whether travel time between homes, evenings or weekends are paid at a higher rate.
How to get hired
- Register
Create your profile with your gardener experience, availability and references.
- Verification
Complete Australia right-to-work and background checks.
- Interview & trial
Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.
- Contract & start
Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gardener earn in Melbourne, VIC?
Gardener jobs in Melbourne, VIC typically pay A$27–A$45 an hour (about A$4,650–A$7,800 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.
Are there live-in gardener jobs in Melbourne?
Most positions are live-out. Most gardener roles in Melbourne are live-out, paid by the hour and booked for regular days.
What do I need to work as a gardener in Australia?
Employers ask for horticulture experience, safe use of power tools and a national police check and. You must also have the right to work in Australia.
What does a gardener do day to day?
A gardener maintains lawns, beds, hedges and outdoor spaces so a property looks cared for in every season. Typical duties include mow, edge and feed lawns, prune hedges, shrubs and small trees, plant and care for seasonal beds.
How do I apply for gardener jobs in Melbourne on AvailJob?
Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Melbourne hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.
What hours does a gardener work?
A typical schedule is weekly visits or full-time on estates. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.