Gardener/Grounds Person

Think Commercial; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Career progression

Portfolio exposure

Sponsorship potential

Job summary

Think Commercial is a Cairns-based property management company seeking a Gardener/General Hand to maintain grounds across our portfolio. You report to the Leasing Manager and will perform day-to-day gardening and general maintenance across multiple sites.

The ideal candidate is physically fit, holds a manual driver’s licence, and is eager to learn, with a can-do attitude and clear communication to support the team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a gardener or grounds person.
• Current manual Driver’s Licence.
• Physically fit and capable of performing outdoor duties.
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and a genuine interest in gardening.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Calm and capable when working in occasionally stressful situations.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Has a “can do” attitude and is happy to help out across the team.

Responsibilities

• Keeping grounds, pathways, car parks and outdoor areas clean and tidy.
• Whipper snipping, mowing, and edging
• Assisting the maintenance team with day-to-day tasks across our properties.
• Pruning, detailing, and general garden upkeep
• Weed control and garden maintenance
• Irrigation troubleshooting and basic maintenance
• General building maintenance
• Operation of gardening and grounds maintenance equipment
• Minor servicing and care of gardening equipment
• Contributing to a safe working environment across all sites
• Assisting with minor maintenance and cleaning tasks as required

Skills

Gardening experience

Physically fit

multitask

Communication skills

Can-do attitude

Job description

About the business

Think Commercial is a commercial property management company overseeing a diverse portfolio of more than 30 properties spanning from Cairns to Brisbane. Known for our performance-driven results, attention to detail, and open, consistent communication, we create a collaborative and supportive environment. Our comprehensive service offering includes tailored advice for prospective tenants, expert leasing support, diverse property options, and seamless negotiations.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Gardener/General Hand to join our Cairns‑based team. Reporting to the Leasing Manager, this role is responsible for delivering day‑to‑day gardening and general maintenance services across our property portfolio.

Role Responsibilities

• Keeping grounds, pathways, car parks and outdoor areas clean and tidy.
• Whipper snipping, mowing, and edging
• Assisting the maintenance team with day-to-day tasks across our properties.
• Pruning, detailing, and general garden upkeep
• Weed control and garden maintenance
• Irrigation troubleshooting and basic maintenance
• General building maintenance
• Operation of gardening and grounds maintenance equipment
• Minor servicing and care of gardening equipment
• Contributing to a safe working environment across all sites
• Assisting with minor maintenance and cleaning tasks as required

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a gardener or grounds person
• Current manual Driver’s Licence
• Physically fit and capable of performing outdoor duties
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
• Strong attention to detail and a genuine interest in gardening
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Calm and capable when working in occasionally stressful situations
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Has a “can do” attitude and is happy to help out across the team

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• Exposure to a diverse commercial property portfolio
• Sponsorship opportunities may be available for the right candidate (eligibility criteria apply)