Garden Maintenance

Green by Nature; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Green by Nature is seeking a hands-on mower/landscaper for a casual summer role in Canberra. You will operate mowing equipment and hand tools to maintain open spaces, contributing to a safe, tidy, and inviting environment.

Ideal candidates have recent hands-on experience, hold a White Card, and are willing to obtain a Vulnerable People Check and National Police Check. This role offers PPE and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mowing or landscaping experience.
• Ability to follow safety protocols at all times.
• Willingness to obtain required clearances (police check, vulnerable person check).

Responsibilities

• Operate mowing and landscaping machinery and hand tools.
• Maintain and enhance open green spaces at the Canberra site.
• Follow safety guidelines and wear PPE as part of a defensive work culture.

Skills

Mowing experience

Equipment operation

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Education

White Card

Vulnerable People Check (or willingness to obtain)

National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

Tools

Lawn mower

Whipper snipper

Leaf blower

Job description

Why you'll love this role

• Casual summer position up to 38 hours per week
• Uniform and PPE
• Hands-on role in a friendly, hardworking team
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• Work with the best knowledge and resources in the industry
• A strong focus on keeping everyone safe

What's involved

Join our mowing crew where you'll help maintain and enhance the open spaces of this iconic site in the heart of Canberra.

• Operate a variety of machinery and hand tools
• Tasks include mowing, detailing, weeding, whipper snipping, blowing,
• Adhering to safety protocols for a safe work environment

What you'll bring

You’ve got a strong work ethic, take pride in your work and enjoy getting the job done efficiently and to a high standard.

• Recent hands-on experience in a similar role
• White card
• Working with Vulnerable People Check (or willingness to obtain)
• National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Physically fit and able to safely lift heavy objects when required

Our Team & Culture

At Green by Nature, our purpose is to enhance lives by constructing, nurturing, and maintaining exceptional green spaces. We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. Safety is a critical part of our culture.

We embrace and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.Accountability, Bravery and Care are our core values.