Grounds Maintenance Operators - RAAF Darwin

Service Stream; Darwin; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Access - discounts for hundreds of big

Paid leave

Culture – diverse and inclusive team

Job summary

Service Stream is hiring Grounds Maintenance Operators for a permanent full-time position based at RAAF Darwin. You will perform manual and machinery-assisted tasks in outdoor environments, supporting construction, agricultural and infrastructure projects.

You will operate plant equipment, assist tradespeople and site teams, and contribute to safety checks and site hygiene. Training and PPE provided; join a Defence sector contract under PAS in the NT.

Qualifications

• Experience operating landscaping equipment safely.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Licence, white card and first aid are highly regarded.

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.
• Perform manual labour including digging, lifting and trenching.
• Support tradespeople and crews with general site tasks.
• Conduct equipment checks and report faults or hazards.
• Identify utility lines and manage soil conditions.
• Set up and clean work areas to maintain site safety.
• Participate in toolbox talks and contribute to a safe work culture.

Skills

Lawn equipment operation

Outdoor work in all weather

Safety and PPE compliance

Education

White Card

First Aid Certification

Tools

Mowers

Blowers

Compactors

Job description

Primary Location

NT - RAAF Darwin

Job Description Summary

Opportunity to join our Grounds Maintenance Team on the PAS contract!

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 Grounds Maintenance Operators to support this contract. A permanent full-time position based at RAAF Darwin is available.

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

Our ideal candidate will have:

• 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.

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.

• Paid leave - parental, cultural, community service, defence, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave available.

• 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.

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.