Grounds & Maintenance Officer - Cape Paterson Holidays

Ingenia Communities Group; Bass Coast Shire; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Flexible work schedules

Retailer discounts

Job summary

Ingenia Communities Group seeks a Casual Grounds & Maintenance Officer for Cape Paterson Holidays site in Victoria. You’ll maintain gardens, clear debris, and handle basic repairs to keep our park welcoming and safe for guests.

Reporting to the Park Manager, you’ll work with residents and team members, applying practical knowledge of chemicals, equipment, and site safety to deliver a consistently clean, well‑maintained environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance and garden care.
• Ability to perform physical tasks safely and efficiently.
• Hold a current C class driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain garden areas: pruning, weeding, fertilising, planting, mulching, hedging, mowing.
• Keep grounds clean and safe: debris removal, bin collection, weed/pest control, pool areas.
• General repairs: tools, lighting, fencing, painting, and small maintenance tasks.
• Respond to resident/guest maintenance requests and log activities.
• Support site presentation and security by reporting damage and incidents.
• Linen stripping and amenity cleaning duties are part of the role.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Safety procedures

Teamwork

C class license

Job description

Be Part of Something Bigger at Ingenia!

At Ingenia, we're not just building communities, we're creating places where people truly belong. From unforgettable holidays to vibrant rental living and affordable housing, we're all about making life better, brighter, and more connected.

We're a passionate bunch who care deeply, work boldly, and support each other every step of the way to create moments that matter. If you're ready to work in a place that values your ideas and celebrates your wins, we'd love to welcome you to the team.

Your Next Opportunity

We're on the lookout for a Casual Grounds & Maintenance Officer to join our team at our Cape Paterson Holidays site.

Reporting to the Park Manager, you'll play a key role in keeping the park looking beautiful, safe, and welcoming — ensuring guests enjoy a clean, well-maintained environment every day.

Cape Paterson Holidays offers a relaxed coastal getaway, with stunning beachfront surroundings, great facilities, and easy access to the natural beauty of Victoria’s Bass Coast.

Why You'll Love Life at Ingenia

We believe work should be rewarding, flexible, and full of perks:

• Staff discounts on Ingenia Holiday Parks, with savings that can go beyond 50%
• Employee referral, employee of the month, and employee of the year rewards
• Flexible work schedules to suit your lifestyle
• Retailer discounts

In this Role, You'll

• Maintain all garden areas through pruning, weeding, fertilising, replanting, mulching, hedging, mowing and edging.
• Keep grounds clean and safe by clearing debris, collecting bins, spraying for weeds/pests, and maintaining pool areas (if applicable).
• Carry out general repairs and maintenance, including tools, equipment, lighting, fixtures, fencing, BBQs and basic painting.
• Respond to resident/guest maintenance requests, provide feedback on contractor work, and escalat...
• Support site presentation and security by reporting damage or incidents and accurately logging all maintenance and repair activities.
• Stripping of Villa Linen and cleaning of amenities is included in this role

You’re Likely a Match If You

• You work well with others, value different perspectives, and build strong relationships with residents, guests, and your team.
• You take initiative, stay proactive, and consistently deliver high quality work with attention to detail.
• You're reliable, safety focused, honest, and take pride in completing hands on, physical tasks.
• You communicate clearly with your team and customers, using the right channels to keep work flowing smoothly.
• You bring grounds and maintenance experience, understand site and safety procedures, and have practical knowledge of chemicals, equipment, and pool or site specific systems.
• Hold a current "C" class driver license

You're someone who brings energy, ideas, and a genuine passion for making a difference. You love working with people, solving problems, and creating moments that matter.