Busy Lizzy Gardens is a trusted name in high-quality landscaping and garden maintenance services. We're known for our creativity, reliability, and commitment to delivering great work that lasts. Our clients - homeowners and businesses - come to us because we listen, turn up, and aim to exceed expectations.
We're a medium-sized team with big capability and strong values. We care deeply about quality craftsmanship, client relationships, and our people. Our culture is supportive, down-to-earth, and built on trust. We are preparing for future growth and to help us on the journey we're looking for a capable, people-focused Operations Manager to join our team and take the lead for all our on-site operations.
What You'll Be Doing:
Leading our field staff (~20) and delivering a supportive, high-performing team culture.
Empowering our teams to deliver great results for all on-site jobs across maintenance services and projects.
Managing quality control, customer satisfaction, and health & safety.
Supporting P&L management and contributing to the commercial success of the company.
Being a trusted face of the company on site - building great client relationships.
What You'll Bring:
At least 3 years working in people leadership roles with financial accountability.
A background in landscaping or other dispersed, outdoor, client/public facing service delivery operations would be ideal.
A genuine team player who can lead teams, grow culture and lift those around them.
Good understanding of project management including budgeting, scheduling and resource management.
Understanding of NZ health and safety legislation and its practical application.
Good commercial acumen - confident contributing to budget management and financial outcomes.
Excellent communicator, confident in leading from the front.
Why Join Us?:
Work with a great bunch of people who genuinely care.
Contribute to future growth as a critical part of the leadership team.
Work in a supportive, growing, values-led company.
Be part of a business that's built on trust, quality, and culture.
Ready to Lead with Purpose?
If you're a confident operator who thrives on making things run smoothly, enjoys leading people, and loves working outdoors - this is your chance to shape a key role in a growing and respected business.
Everyone has a different background, if you're interested and think you can add value to our company in this role we encourage you to apply. Use the link below or give Will a call on 022 3051336 to find out more. Applications close at 5pm Wednesday 16 July 2025.
