Chemical Applicator / Grounds Maintenance Labourer

Summit Open Space Services; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform and PPE supplied

Overtime pay

Above award wages

Job summary

Summit Open Space Services in NSW seeks a Chemical Applicator / Grounds Maintenance Labourer to service Port Stephens, Newcastle and Maitland regions. The role involves chemical applications, weed control, hand weeding, and general garden and lawn maintenance, with a strong emphasis on safety.

We offer above award wages, weekly payment plus allowances and superannuation, full-time status with paid overtime, and uniform and PPE supplied as part of a supportive team environment and long-term

Qualifications

• AQF3 Chemcert qualification required.
• OHS Construction Card (White Card) required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience applying chemicals.
• Current driver's licence required.
• First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Chemical application and related duties as part of grounds maintenance.
• Identify and report weeds; monitor and document weed management.
• Hand weeding where required to maintain landscapes.
• General garden and lawn maintenance duties.
• Follow safety processes during chemical application to protect team and public.

Skills

Chemicals application

White Card

First Aid

Driver's Licence

Safety awareness

Education

AQF3 Chemcert Qualification

Job description

Chemical Applicator / Grounds Maintenance Labourer

Summit Open Space Services is a leading provider of Horticulture, Tree Diagnosis, Tree Planting and Open Space Land Management Services. We are a vibrant, innovative and dynamic company with a strong focus on developing our employees.

We have an exciting opportunity available for a Chemical Applicator in the Port Stephens, Newcastle and Maitlandregions of NSW.Your pride in your work and finding satisfaction in providing quality land management services for our clients will be paramount to this role.

Duties:
As a Chemical Applicator / Grounds Maintenance Labourer, your key responsibilities will be:

• Chemical application
• Identification and reporting of weeds.
• Hand weeding where required
• General garden and lawn maintenance
• Follow safety processes to ensure the health of employees, contractors, customers and public during the application of weed control chemicals.

Above award wages, paid weekly + allowances + superannuation

Full-time position + paid overtime

Uniform and PPE supplied

Variety and rotation throughout all areas

Supportive team environment

The opportunity to work with a reputable company that offers stable and long-term employment

About You:

• Current Drivers Licence
• AQF3 Chemcert Qualification
• OHS Construction Card (White Card)
• Minimum 2 years' experience applying chemicals.
• First Aid

Strong safety focus and ability to implement safety measures effectively

About the Company:
Summit Open Space Services is a vibrant and dynamic company providing high quality and cost-effective services to both the private and public sectors.

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