Gardens & Grounds Maintenance Associate – Training & Perks

Aruma; Coffs Harbour City Council; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Continuous learning

Supportive team environment

Employee assistance program

Culture of care

Job summary

Aruma is seeking a Gardens and Grounds Maintenance Team Member in Coffs Harbour for casual, on-site work. You will maintain gardens and lawns at residential and commercial sites, with training provided on equipment and safety. Hours are Monday to Friday 7 am–3 pm, with travel required.

Join a values-driven team and contribute to high-quality grounds maintenance while building skills and supporting colleagues, clients, and the broader Aruma mission.

Qualifications

• Background in property or garden maintenance, including lawn and weed identification.
• Willing to operate relevant equipment (training provided).
• Physically fit for manual handling tasks.
• Reliable team player with good communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of gardening, lawn care, and grounds maintenance.
• Support the Team Leader in fostering a positive, values-driven team culture.
• Assist supported employees in building skills and reaching their employment goals.
• Complete tasks as directed by Team Leaders.
• Bring a positive, can-do attitude to every job.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Organisational skills

Physical fitness

Task prioritisation

Driver's licence (P2)

Trailer towing

NDIS screening check

Working with Children's Check

Tools

Gardening equipment handling

Job description

Aruma is seeking a Gardens and Grounds Maintenance Team Member in Coffs Harbour for casual, on-site work. You will maintain gardens and lawns at residential and commercial sites, with training provided on equipment and safety. Hours are Monday to Friday 7 am–3 pm, with travel required.

Join a values-driven team and contribute to high-quality grounds maintenance while building skills and supporting colleagues, clients, and the broader Aruma mission.