Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

genU; Geelong; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Purchased leave options

Discounts at retailers

University Study Discount Torrens Uni

Wellbeing support

Referral bonus

Job summary

genU is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Supervisor to lead a landscaping crew across Geelong, ensuring safe, high-quality grounds services and teamwork. You’ll guide daily tasks, drive safety, and support a positive work culture in a hands-on role.

The position requires landscaping experience, a passion for working with people with disability, and a commitment to detail, reliability, and punctuality. NDIS screening and AQF3 chemical accreditation are essential.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in landscaping, gardening, grounds maintenance or similar.
• An enthusiasm for working alongside people with disability.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work.
• Team-oriented with good interpersonal and organisational skills.
• A hardworking, reliable, and punctual attitude.
• AQF3 Chemical Accreditation (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew day to day, with landscaping and garden maintenance across Geelong.
• Deliver high-quality grounds and garden maintenance services including hand mowing, brush cutting, hedging, weeding and herbicide spraying.
• Manage a safe, supportive and fun team environment.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Landscaping

Gardening

Disability awareness

Teamwork

Education

AQF3 Chemical Accreditation

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Orientation Module Certificate

Job description

Location: Geelong - Wathaurong Country
Salary: $30.38 to $33.25 per hour + super + salary packaging
Employment status: Full Time, Permanent
Job number: 3719

Hey you!

genU is looking for supportive and hands on Grounds Maintenance Supervisor to lead a landscaping crew delivering high quality ground and garden maintenance services. This role is all about teamwork and safety, while delivering excellent results and having fun.

We're also looking for an Assistant Supervisor!

At genU, we’re a profit-for-purpose organisation, reinvesting our success back into programs to create real social impact. From disability and aged care support to community-focused initiatives, we’re here to help people live their best lives.

What you’ll do

As the Grounds Maintenance Assistant Supervisor for our Landcare team, you’ll:

• Lead a crew day to day, with landscaping and garden maintenance across Geelong.
• Deliver high-quality grounds and garden maintenance services including hand mowing, brush cutting, hedging, weeding and herbicide spraying.
• Manage a safe, supportive and fun team environment.

What you’ll bring

• Solid experience in landscaping, gardening, grounds maintenance or similar.
• An enthusiasm for working alongside people with disability.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work.
• Team-oriented with good interpersonal and organisational skills.
• A hardworking, reliable, and punctual attitude.
• AQF3 Chemical Accreditation (or willingness to obtain).
  

(You’ll also need an NDIS Worker Screening Check and Orientation Module Certificate – but don’t worry, we’ll help guide you through this.)

Why you’ll love working at genU

At genU, our differences make us stronger. We celebrate all kinds of diversity and the unique perspectives each of us brings.

We’re committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and respectful space where everyone feels valued and can thrive.

You’ll also get:

• Salary packaging – up to $15,900 tax-free plus meal/entertainment benefits.
• Purchased leave options – the ability to buy additional annual leave to support work-life balance and flexibility.
• Discounts – savings at 450+ retailers including Coles, Woolworths & JB Hi-Fi.
• University Study Discount – Enjoy a 25% fee reduction for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Torrens University.
• Wellbeing support – 24/7 access to a holistic employee assistance program.
• Referral bonus – bring great people with you and be rewarded.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible recruitment experience.

If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our team at ******@genu.org.au