Grounds Maintenace Supervisor

genU; Geelong; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Purchased leave options

Discounts

University study discount

Wellbeing support

Referral bonus

Job summary

genU is seeking a Hands-on Grounds Maintenance Assistant Supervisor to lead a landscaping crew delivering high quality grounds and garden maintenance across Geelong. You’ll oversee day-to-day operations, ensure safety and teamwork.

Requirements include solid landscaping experience, enthusiasm for working with people with disability, AQF3 Chemical Accreditation or willingness to obtain, and current NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Qualifications

• Experience in landscaping, gardening, or grounds maintenance.
• Enthusiasm for working with people with disability.
• Excellent attention to detail and workmanship.
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Reliable, hardworking and punctual.
• AQF3 Chemical Accreditation or willingness to obtain.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Orientation Module required; guidance provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew day to day, with landscaping and garden maintenance across Geelong.
• Deliver high-quality grounds and garden services including mowing, trimming, hedging, weeding, and herbicide spraying.
• Manage a safe, supportive and fun team environment.

Skills

Landscaping experience

Disability-friendly mindset

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Reliability & punctuality

AQF3 Chemical Accreditation

Job description

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Location: Geelong - Wathaurong Country
Salary: $30.38 to $33.25 per hour + super + salary packaging
Employment status: Full Time, Permanent
Job number: 3720

Hey you!

genU is looking for supportive and hands on Grounds Maintenance Supervisor to lead a landscaping crew delivering high quality ground and garden maintenance services. This role is all about teamwork and safety, while delivering excellent results and having fun.

At genU, we’re a profit-for-purpose organisation, reinvesting our success back into programs to create real social impact. From disability and aged care support to community-focused initiatives, we’re here to help people live their best lives.

What you’ll do

As the Grounds Maintenance Assistant Supervisor for our Landcare team, you’ll:

• Lead a crew day to day, with landscaping and garden maintenance across Geelong.
• Deliver high-quality grounds and garden maintenance services including hand mowing, brush cutting, hedging, weeding and herbicide spraying.
• Manage a safe, supportive and fun team environment.

What you’ll bring

• Solid experience in landscaping, gardening, grounds maintenance or similar.
• An enthusiasm for working alongside people with disability.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work.
• Team-oriented with good interpersonal and organisational skills.
• A hardworking, reliable, and punctual attitude.
• AQF3 Chemical Accreditation (or willingness to obtain).
  

(You’ll also need an NDIS Worker Screening Check and Orientation Module Certificate – but don’t worry, we’ll help guide you through this.)

Why you’ll love working at genU

At genU, our differences make us stronger. We celebrate all kinds of diversity and the unique perspectives each of us brings.

We’re committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and respectful space where everyone feels valued and can thrive.

You’ll also get:

• Salary packaging – up to $15,900 tax-free plus meal/entertainment benefits.
• Purchased leave options – the ability to buy additional annual leave to support work-life balance and flexibility.
• Discounts – savings at 450+ retailers including Coles, Woolworths & JB Hi-Fi.
• University Study Discount – Enjoy a 25% fee reduction for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Torrens University.
• Wellbeing support – 24/7 access to a holistic employee assistance program.
• Referral bonus – bring great people with you and be rewarded.

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