Grounds & Maintenance Officer - Cape Paterson Holidays

Ingenia Communities Group; Bass Coast Shire; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on parks

Employee rewards

Flexible work schedules

Retailer discounts

Job summary

Ingenia Communities Group is seeking a Casual Grounds & Maintenance Officer for Cape Paterson Holidays. You will ensure that the park remains beautiful and safe for guests by maintaining gardens, cleaning grounds, and performing repairs.

The ideal candidate enjoys working in a team, possesses grounds maintenance experience, and is proactive. With a focus on quality and safety, you will play a crucial role in delivering enjoyable experiences at our holiday park.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds maintenance and gardening is essential.
• Current 'C' class driver license is required.
• Ability to work reliably in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain garden areas including pruning, weeding, and fertilising.
• Keep grounds clean and safe by removing debris and maintaining pool areas.
• Carry out general repairs including equipment, lighting, and painting.
• Respond to maintenance requests and assist residents.
• Support site security by reporting issues and logging maintenance activities.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Safety focus

Communication

Tools

Gardening tools

Pool maintenance equipment

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 elevate issues to trades when needed.
• 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

Let’s Create Amazing Experiences Together

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.

All applicants must be able to work in Australia and provide evidence of working rights, as well as undergo a National Police Check.

Ready to do what matters, and know you matter? Join us and help bring great experiences to life, starting with you.

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