Gardener

Kolsen; Darwin; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling NT is seeking a reliable Grounds Maintenance worker to maintain landscaped areas and operate lawn care equipment in Darwin. You will follow site schedules, ensure safe operation of mowing and pruning gear, and perform general outdoor maintenance.

Essential qualifications include a valid manual Class C driver's licence, the ability to work as part of a team, and the stamina to work outdoors. Desirable certificates in horticulture and safety cards are preferred.

Qualifications

• Class C driver's licence (manual) required.
• Ability to work under supervision and as part of a team.
• Satisfactory National Police Security Check.
• Physically able to perform outdoor manual duties.
• Ability to work long periods outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns and edge with hand and ride-on mowers and whipper snipper.
• Plant garden beds and landscape maintenance.
• Remove litter from garden beds and driveways.
• Prune shrubs and plants and remove dead branches and leaves.
• Fertilising, mulching and maintaining health of plants; identify diseases.
• Operate equipment and machinery per manufacturer specs and policies.

Skills

Class C Driver's Licence (manual)

Team player

National Police Security Check

Physically fit for outdoor manual work

Education

Certificate I or equivalent in horticulture

Tools

Chainsaw certificate

Working with Children (Ochre Card)

Construction Industry White Card

Job description

About Sterling NT

At Sterling NT we believe in making a difference, making the Territory a better place for everyone living in it. At our core are values of respect, innovation, doing the right thing, and an enjoyable workplace. This starts with our staff.

As a business, we hire local contractors and suppliers wherever possible, take our environmental responsibilities seriously through world‑class accreditations, and donate part of our profits back into real local causes with real outcomes. Growing our business through diversity, equality, and fair employment practices we have built a brilliant team of over 200Territorians. We’re trusted to maintain, clean, and construct some of the NT’s most prestigious and high‑profile public spaces, government, and private enterprise offices and major events.

We’re looking for staff who are proud to live in The NT and want to be a part of making it a better place - and who aren’t afraid of putting in the hard yards to get things done. If what you’ve read so far excites you, read on.

JOB OVERVIEW

Responsible for the provision of ground maintenance services, safe and efficient operations of gardening equipment and machinery to ensure our client’s landscaped grounds are maintained as per the site schedule and specifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION

• Mow Lawns, cut edges with hand and ride on mowers (front deck & Ztrack) and whipper snipper.
• Planting garden beds and landscape maintenance
• Remove litter from garden beds and driveways.
• Prune shrubs and plants and remove dead branches and leaves.
• Fertilising, mulching and maintaining the health of all plants with identification and prevention of diseases
• Use of spraying equipment like backpack sprayer, knapsack sprayer and motorised spraying equipment, to control weeds, pests and insects.
• General maintenance tasks such as raking and shovelling
• Tasks to be carried out in a manner that causes the least inconvenience to customers, staff and the general public.
• Temporary warning signs placed when required.
• Operate equipment and machinery in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and the SNT operating procedures
• Report maintenance and repair issues to the area supervisor. Understand and comply with quality, safety, health and environmental policies.
• Follow written instructions, verbal direction and procedures to perform work.
• Challenge any instructions that you believe places anyone or the environment at risk.
• Take personal responsibility to protect the health and safety of people or the environment.

Skills and Experiences

SELECTION CRITERIA

ESSENTIALS

• Class C Driver's Licence (manual)
• Ability to work under supervision and as a team member.
• A satisfactory National Police Security Check Report.
• Be physically able to perform the duties of the position
• Be able to perform manual work for long periods outdoors

DESIRABLE

• Certificate I or equivalent qualification in horticulture.
• Chainsaw operator certificate (or be willing to obtain)
• Working with Children (Ochre Card) (or be willing to obtain)
• Construction Industry White Card (or be willing to obtain)