TeamShaw Landscape2026-09-15T00:37:42+00:00

You are in good hands

Our people are the driving force behind every successful project.

Since 2015, we’ve grown from a one-person operation to one of the Illawarra’s leading landscape teams, partnering with residential and commercial clients to design, build and maintain landscapes with creativity, exceptional craftmanship and a focus on outstanding results.

What truly sets us apart is our commitment to customer service. We work with you — not for you — to create thoughtfully designed, expertly built, and properly maintained landscapes that enhance everyday living and provide longevity to outdoor spaces.

Our approach is grounded in integrity, transparency, and communication. From onsite consultations to final handover, we ensure you feel informed, supported, and confident every step of the way.

Our team has been hand-selected for their expertise, attitude and a strong passion for the outdoors — and the group that leads them brings decades of combined experience in landscaping, horticulture, architecture and business management.

Meet the management team who drive Shaw Landscape Group forward…

Scott Shaw

Director

With more than 30 years of experience in the landscape industry, Scott founded Shaw Landscape Group with a vision to ‘create a space in nature for everyone’. His passion for quality, innovation and the natural environment has shaped the values the business is built on today. As Director, Scott provides strategic leadership, mentors the leadership team, and remains committed to raising standards within the landscaping industry while supporting the next generation of landscape professionals.

Qualifications:
Certificate IV Landscape Construction
Certificate IV Horticulture

Early bird or night owl?
Definitely an early bird. Mornings are my most favourite time of day. I get to see the earth come alive, the birds start singing and the atmosphere warms up.

When I’m not working you’ll find me?
Somewhere out in nature, dreaming of my next holiday to the Mentawais, getting ‘tubed’ at the local surf break or powder hunting in Canada.

Caroline Shaw

Director

Caroline (Caz) joined Shaw Landscape Group in 2017, bringing more than 30 years of experience in business growth, marketing and finance across Australia and the UK. She has been instrumental in transforming Shaw Landscape Group from a small local business into one of the Illawarra’s leading landscape construction companies. Caroline leads the company’s strategic direction, ensuring the business continues to grow while delivering an exceptional experience for clients, employees and industry partners.

Qualifications:
BTEC National Diploma in Business & Marketing

Favourite drink:
Equally happy with a Almond Latte or Espresso Martini

When I’m not working you’ll find me:
Playing tennis or booking a trip somewhere in the world

Matt Ethell

Construction & Estimating Manager

After successfully leading one of our construction teams for three years, Matt put ‘the tools’ to rest to become our Landscape Estimator. When he’s not meeting with clients, Matt can be found negotiating with suppliers, pricing projects and sourcing materials for our projects. With a glowing reputation and intimate knowledge of the landscape trade, Matt is a pivotal member of the SLG Management Team.

Qualifications:
Certificate IV Landscape Construction
Certificate IV Horticulture

What is your favourite travel destination?
Iceland. The landscape is incredible with amazing waterfalls and vast coastlines. I was even able to get in a few surfs in the freezing cold water

Favourite plant and why?
Norfolk Island Pine – because it reminds me of the coast

Louis Giffin

Landscape Architect & Design Manager

After completing a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture at UNSW and graduating with honors, Louis heads up our landscape design practice and has a passion for developing exciting and meaningful landscapes. Nurturing both built and natural environments, Louis has a careful eye for detail and works creatively with every client to bring their unique garden vision to life.

Qualifications:
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours)

What am I happiest doing when I’m not at work?
When I’m not working I’ll be doing something active outdoors – rain, hail or shine. My hobbies include surfing, skating, having a hit of tennis or spending time with friends.

Dream landscape design project?
I love creating spaces that embrace the Australia landscape – layered with natural materials, rustic style and low maintenance natives. It’s timeless, authentic, and exactly how Aussie outdoor living should feel.

Jocelyn McMullen

Business & Client Experience Manager

‘Joce’ brings a wealth of experience in office management to SLG and single-handedly ensures the smooth running of our office on a daily basis. She works alongside our design, construction and maintenance clients to keep their projects on schedule and answer any questions that they have.

Joce holds an interior design qualification and her knowledge of the design ‘process’ enables her to work closely with our landscape design team.

Qualifications:
Bachelor of Interior Design (Residential)

Favourite work tool?
You’ll often find Joce with her head in Canva and a coffee in her hand.

When I’m not working, you’ll find me?
Catching up with friends, or hanging out with my partner Jimmy and our dog (Zeppelin) and cat (Alfie).