Grounds & Maintenance Officer | Ridgecrest Village, Page, ACT

Colonial Group; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

My Day leave

Fitness Passport

We Shine Savings

Learning and development

24/7 wellbeing support

Job summary

Levande in Page, ACT, is seeking a dedicated gardener/groundskeeper for a full-time outdoor role. You will maintain gardens, lawns and shared outdoor spaces, delivering safe, welcoming environments for residents.

The role focuses on gardening, grounds upkeep and practical maintenance, with tasks ranging from plant care to minor repairs. A driver’s license and ability to lift up to 15 kg are valued; prior retirement living experience is helpful.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of gardening or grounds maintenance experience.
• Practical maintenance skills and ability to perform minor repairs.
• Ability to lift/move items up to 15 kilograms.
• Customer-focused with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns and gardens, planting, pruning, watering and lawn care.
• Plan and complete garden maintenance requests and respond to urgent issues.
• Perform general maintenance and minor repairs around the village.
• Keep pathways, patios, verandas and outdoor areas clean and welcoming.
• Support waste management, bin upkeep and inspect equipment.
• Operate and maintain tools safely following WHS procedures.
• Listen to residents and escalate concerns when needed.

Skills

Gardening

Grounds maintenance

Customer service

Microsoft Office

On-site work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Full-time | $35.00 per hour | Gardening, grounds and general maintenance

Why You Will Be Excited About This Role

Enjoy working outdoors, seeing the results of your efforts and getting to know the people who appreciate them? At Ridgecrest Village in Page, ACT, you’ll put your gardening and practical maintenance skills to work in a community that older Australians call home.

Gardens and grounds will be your main focus, alongside general maintenance and village upkeep. From caring for landscaped areas to attending to a minor repair, you’ll help residents enjoy safe, welcoming and well-maintained surroundings.

• Take pride in gardens and outdoor spaces that residents use every day.
• Enjoy variety across gardening, grounds upkeep and practical maintenance.
• Use your initiative to organise daily tasks and identify issues that need attention.
• Become a familiar, friendly face within the village community.

Why You Will Like Working Here

You’ll earn $35.00 per hour in a full-time role, working with a supportive village team. Alongside the satisfaction of keeping Ridgecrest looking its best, you’ll have access to benefits that support your wellbeing, interests and everyday life.

• An extra day for you: My Day gives you one additional day of leave each year to spend on something meaningful to you.
• Fitness Passport: Access affordable gym and fitness memberships for you and your family across participating locations.
• Everyday savings: Access discounts on shopping, dining, movie tickets and holiday accommodation through We Shine Savings.
• Learning and development: Explore Village Operations career pathways and an on-demand library of learning resources to support your growth.
• 24/7 wellbeing support: Access Sonder, your Everyday Wellbeing Companion, for confidential health, safety and wellbeing support for you and your family.

What You Will Be Working On

You’ll spend much of your time maintaining gardens, lawns and landscaped areas, while also helping care for shared facilities and outdoor spaces.

Your key priorities will include:

• Maintaining lawns and gardens through planting, pruning, watering, mulching and monitoring plant health.
• Planning and completing garden maintenance requests, responding promptly to urgent or safety-related issues.
• Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs across the village.
• Keeping pathways, patios, verandas, barbeque areas, outdoor furniture and external windows clean and welcoming.
• Supporting waste management and bin upkeep, and inspecting equipment and common areas.
• Operating and maintaining tools safely, following WHS procedures and reporting hazards.
• Listening to residents, communicating respectfully and escalating concerns when needed.

What Type Of Person Will Be Successful

You take pride in practical work and notice the details that keep a place looking good. You’re comfortable working independently, can prioritise competing tasks and enjoy friendly interactions with residents.

You’ll bring:

• At least one year of experience in gardening or grounds maintenance.
• Practical maintenance skills and a hands-on approach to minor repairs.
• A customer-focused manner and clear communication skills.
• The ability to safely carry out physical tasks, including lifting or moving items up to 15 kilograms.
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
• The ability to work consistently onsite to support village and resident needs.

Experience in retirement living, land lease communities or similar settings would be helpful. An appropriate driver’s licence and the ability or willingness to drive a 12-seater bus, if required, would also be valued.

If you’ve worked as a Gardener, Groundskeeper or Maintenance and Gardening Worker, we welcome your application.

At Levande, our people create communities where older Australians can live well every day. We know the best communities are built by teams with diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. That's why we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences.