Grounds Supervisor

seek.com.au; Gladstone Regional; Remote; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SEEK is seeking an experienced Grounds Supervisor to lead maintenance operations at a remote Australian mine site. You will supervise a team, ensure site presentation standards, and promote a strong safety culture across all grounds activities.

Key responsibilities include coordinating daily operations, mentoring staff, managing mowing and irrigation, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures. A current Class C license and WHS knowledge are required, with a High Risk Work license and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in grounds maintenance.
• Proven supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Current Australian Class C Driver's License (mandatory).
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety practices.
• Ability to work in a remote mining environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily grounds maintenance operations at a remote mine site.
• Lead, mentor, and support grounds maintenance personnel.
• Manage mowing, landscaping, irrigation systems, vegetation control, and site upkeep.
• Conduct site inspections and identify maintenance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with site safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Schedule works and allocate labour, equipment, and materials effectively.
• Complete maintenance reports, inspections, and relevant documentation.
• Liaise with site management and contractors to ensure service delivery standards.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Team leadership

Remote mining environment

Education

Horticulture/Landscaping qualification

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Grounds Supervisor to lead and coordinate grounds maintenance operations at a remote mine site. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team, ensuring site presentation standards are maintained, and promoting a strong safety culture across all ground's maintenance activities.

Key responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily grounds maintenance operations.

Lead, mentor, and support grounds maintenance personnel.

Manage mowing, landscaping, irrigation systems, vegetation control, and general site upkeep.

Conduct site inspections and identify maintenance requirements.

Ensure compliance with all site safety, environmental, and operational procedures.

Schedule works and allocate labour, equipment, and materials effectively.

Complete maintenance reports, inspections, and relevant documentation.

Liaise with site management and contractors to ensure service delivery standards are met.

About you

Minimum 5 years' experience in grounds maintenance

Proven experience in a supervisory or team leadership role.

Current Australian Class C Driver's License (mandatory).

Strong understanding of workplace health and safety practices.

Ability to work in a remote mining environment.

High Risk Work License (desirable).

Working at Heights certification (desirable).

Relevant qualifications in Horticulture, Landscaping, or a related field (desirable).

Competitive remuneration package.

Ongoing training and career development.

Supportive team environment.

Opportunity to work on a large-scale mining operation.