Defence Grounds & Landscaping Operator

Service Stream; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Discount programs

Paid leave

Culture & recognition

Job summary

Service Stream is hiring Grounds Maintenance Operators to support a Defence contract in Edinburgh, SA. These are permanent full-time roles based in Edinburgh, focusing on maintaining outdoor spaces and assisting tradespeople and site teams.

You will operate mowing and landscaping equipment, manage irrigation, prune and plant, and ensure the health and aesthetics of green spaces. Candidates should have a current full driver’s licence and be Australian citizens eligible for Defence clearance.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate mowers, blowers and other landscaping equipment.
• Knowledge of turf care, irrigation and pruning.
• Capable of lifting, digging, bending and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Familiarity with OH&S procedures and PPE and safe chemical handling.
• Ability to follow instructions, work collaboratively and communicate on-site.
• Punctual and dependable with minimal supervision.
• Relevant licences, white card and first aid are highly regarded.
• MUST have a valid FULL driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain green spaces and flower beds and manage garden beds.
• Prepare beds and raise seedlings, weed and prune plants.
• Design gardens and select plants for aesthetics.
• Manage irrigation systems and apply fertilisers.
• Propagate plants, mow lawns and operate gardening equipment.
• Check plant health and determine treatments as needed.
• Prioritise tasks and manage seasonal workloads efficiently.
• Communicate professionally with staff, contractors and the public.

Skills

Operate landscaping equipment

Turf care

Irrigation

Pruning

OH&S & PPE

Communication on-site

Punctual & dependable

Driver's licence

White card

First aid

Job description

Service Stream is hiring Grounds Maintenance Operators to support a Defence contract in Edinburgh, SA. These are permanent full-time roles based in Edinburgh, focusing on maintaining outdoor spaces and assisting tradespeople and site teams.

You will operate mowing and landscaping equipment, manage irrigation, prune and plant, and ensure the health and aesthetics of green spaces. Candidates should have a current full driver’s licence and be Australian citizens eligible for Defence clearance.