Gardener

Hamilton Island Enterprises; Hamilton Island; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised furnished staff accom on-is

Commute option from Airlie Beach

Job summary

Hamilton Island Enterprises is seeking a dedicated Gardener to maintain the resort’s tropical gardens and landscapes across Hamilton Island. You will contribute to the presentation of our outdoor spaces and support plant health through routine care and maintenance.

Join our team of gardeners on a full-time basis, with access to subsidised furnished staff accommodation on island or a commute from Airlie Beach. A passion for outdoor work and pride in beautiful spaces is essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate I, II or III in Horticulture (or equivalent) or 3+ years in a similar role.
• Valid Manual Queensland drivers licence (Essential).
• Irrigation knowledge is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain turf and garden areas across the island.
• Assist landscape construction and planting projects.
• Implement routine pest management and plant nutrition programs.
• Safely operate landscape maintenance equipment per WHS procedures.
• Uphold aesthetic standards of landscape precincts with attention to detail.
• Assist in propagation and nursery tasks.

Skills

Manual QLD driver's licence

Pest management knowledge

Plant health/nutrition knowledge

Equipment operation (landscape)

Education

Certificate I in Horticulture

Certificate II in Horticulture

Certificate III in Horticulture

Job description

Hamilton Island Enterprises – Hamilton Island QLD

Join our team of 30 passionate gardeners and play a vital role in showcasing beautiful Hamilton Island!

Our Resort Presentation team maintains the tropical gardens, manicured lawns and vibrant landscapes that make Hamilton Island such a special place. We're looking for a Gardener who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in creating and maintaining beautiful spaces.

GARDENER - Hamilton Island

Join our team of 30 passionate gardeners and play a vital role in showcasing beautiful Hamilton Island!

Our Resort Presentation team maintains the tropical gardens, manicured lawns and vibrant landscapes that make Hamilton Island such a special place. We're looking for a Gardener who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in creating and maintaining beautiful spaces.

Why you'll love working with us

• Full time permanent role
• Save money with subsidised furnished staff accommodation on island or commute from nearby Airlie Beach
• Supportive work culture and limitless career opportunities
• On your days off go fishing, diving, hiking and exploring our beautiful region

Your Role

Working across the island's gardens and landscaped areas, you'll help maintain the presentation of our resort while supporting the health and growth of our tropical plants.

Where you'll make an impact

• Undertake turf and garden maintenance and landscape construction
• Implement routine pest management and plant nutrition programs
• Safely operate landscape maintenance equipment in line with all Workplace Health and Safety procedures
• Uphold the aesthetic standards of all landscape precincts with meticulous attention to detail
• Participate in propagation and other aspects of the nursery complete

What we're looking for

You love nature and the outdoors, tropical plants will be your passion and you love to see them thrive.

To be successful, you will need:

• Certificate I, II or III in Horticulture or a minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role
• Manual QLD driver's licence (Essential)
• Irrigation knowledge is not essential but will impress us.

About Hamilton Island

Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating wonder-filled experiences for our guests, employees and community.

Every team member plays a role in shaping those experiences - making Hamilton Island not just a great place to visit, but a great place to work.

A little island can do wonders - make your next career move one to remember.