Casual Grounds Keeper

Goulburn & District Racing Club; Goulburn; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Goulburn & District Racing Club is seeking a reliable groundskeeper to maintain our racecourse, gardens and grounds. The role involves patching turf, mowing lawns, gardening, and general upkeep on-site.

You will operate lawn mowers, tractors, and garden tools, and assist with maintenance across the property, keeping all tools and areas clean and safe. Ideal candidates are dependable, punctual and enjoy practical outdoor work, with experience in groundskeeping or farming and a focus on safe work

Qualifications

• Experience in groundskeeping, gardening, farming, or a similar role.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to operate lawn mowers and tractors safely.
• Team player with strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Patching turf and assisting with grass repair and maintenance.
• Mowing lawns and maintaining grassed areas.
• Gardening, weeding, pruning and general grounds upkeep.
• Safely operating lawn mowers, tractors and garden hand tools.
• Assisting with general maintenance across the property.
• Keeping tools, equipment and work areas clean and tidy.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Lawn mower operation

Tools

Tractor operation

Job description

Working alongside our track team, you will maintain our racecourse, gardens and grounds.

Key responsibilities

Patching turf and assisting with grass repair and maintenance

Mowing lawns and maintaining grassed areas

Gardening, weeding, pruning and general grounds upkeep

Safely operating lawn mowers, tractors and garden hand tools

Assisting with general maintenance across the property

Keeping tools, equipment and work areas clean and tidy

About you

Dependable, punctual and willing to get involved

Enjoys practical outdoor work and takes pride in their work

Can carry out the physical duties of grounds maintenance

Works well in a team and follows instructions

Has a strong focus on safe work practices

Ideally has experience in groundskeeping, gardening, farming or a similar role

Experience operating tractors and lawn mowers will be highly regarded