Grounds Maintenance Operator - RAAF Tindal

Service Stream; Katherine; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Discount access

Culture

Job summary

Service Stream is hiring multiple Grounds Maintenance Operators for permanent full-time roles at RAAF Tindal, NT. You will perform a range of manual and machinery-assisted tasks in outdoor environments, supporting construction, agriculture, and infrastructure projects while upholding safety standards.

Ideal candidates are skilled with mowing, blowing, compacting, and irrigation work, and can follow directions, work with teams, and maintain PPE and OH&S practices on site.

Qualifications

• Australian Citizenship and ability to obtain Defence Security Clearance.
• Experience operating landscaping equipment in outdoor environments.
• Ability to work in all weather and lift heavy materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and clear land for construction, agriculture, or infrastructure projects.
• Operate plant and construction machinery safely and efficiently.
• Load, transport, and handle materials and equipment on site.
• Perform manual labour including digging, lifting and trenching.
• Support tradespeople and crews with general site tasks.
• Conduct equipment checks and report faults or hazards.

Skills

Landscaping equipment operation

On-site teamwork

OH&S compliance

Communication on-site

Education

White Card

First Aid Certification

Tools

Mowers

Blowers

Compactors

Irrigation equipment

Job description

Primary Location NT - RAAF Tindal Job Description Summary

Join our growing Defence team in Katherine, Northern Territory!

About the Role

We are proud to become a new Australian Department of Defence partner, offering career opportunities to support the delivery of Property and Asset Services across South Australia and the Northern Territory.

We are hiring multiple Grounds Maintenance Operators to support this contract. These are permanent full-time positions based at RAAF Tindal.

About us

Service Stream is an equal opportunity ASX-listed business that develops and operates Australia's essential services networks across telecommunications, utilities, transport, defence, and social infrastructure industries - we keep communities connected.

Your next role comes with these perks:

• Career development – we offer growth opportunities and support internal mobility. You will have access to skill enhancement through our online learning system and onsite training.
• Access - discounts for hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths, Air BNB, The Iconic, JB HI-FI, Dan Murphys, Bupa Health Care, and Specsavers. We also offer access to novated leasing and a share matching program.
• Culture – we are dedicated to fostering a workplace environment that values diversity and inclusion, and meaningful recognition. You will play a key role in building the culture of our new team.

About the role

You will be responsible for performing a wide range of manual and machinery-assisted tasks in physically demanding outdoor environments.

This role supports the efficient and safe execution of construction, agricultural, and infrastructure projects by operating plant equipment, performing general labouring duties, and assisting tradespeople and site teams.

We also have positions available that are focused on land management duties such as weeding, spraying and mowing.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and clearing land for construction, agriculture, or infrastructure projects.
• Operating plant and construction machinery safely and efficiently.
• Loading, transporting, and handling materials and equipment.
• Performing manual labour including digging, lifting, and trenching.
• Supporting tradespeople and crews with general site tasks.
• Conducting equipment checks and report faults or hazards.
• Identifying utility lines and manage soil conditions.
• Setting up and cleaning work areas to maintain site safety.
• Participating in toolbox talks and contribute to a safe work culture.

About you

• Ability to safely operate mowers, blowers, compactors, and other landscaping equipment.
• Capable of lifting, digging, bending, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Assisting with fencing, paving, retaining walls, and irrigation systems.
• Familiarity with OH&S procedures and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to follow instructions, work collaboratively, and communicate effectively on-site.
• Punctual, dependable, and able to complete tasks efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Relevant licences, white card and first aid requirements are highly regarded.
• You must be an Australian Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.

We celebrate diversity at Service Stream and welcome applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with a disability or neurodivergence, and those from LGBTIQA+, Veteran or other diverse groups. Applications are unable to be accepted via email. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please email [e-mail]

Service Stream, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading national service provider to develop and operate Australia's essential communications, energy and water networks in the telecommunications and utilities industries. We specialise in the design, construction and maintenance of new and existing networks, and deliver end-to-end engineering and asset management solutions on behalf of our blue chip client base.