Groundskeeper

Palm Lake Resort; Forster; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Work–life balance with flexible hours

Training & development

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Milestone tenure rewards

Career opportunities across Palm Lake

Job summary

Palm Lake Resort is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to maintain our Forster resort grounds to a pristine standard. The role is full-time, 38 hours per week, 6am–6pm, Monday to Friday, and involves hands-on gardening, lawn care and outdoor area maintenance for residents and guests year-round.

You will join a supportive team in a vibrant community environment, bringing practical gardening skills, a valid Horticulture Cert III, and a proactive, safety-focused attitude to keep our grounds

Qualifications

• Relevant gardening experience in a similar role.
• Qualification in Cert III Horticulture or equivalent is advantageous.
• ACDC chemical licence is advantageous.
• Ability to use equipment such as push mower, ride on mower, hedge trimmer, whipper snipper and blower.
• Possess the physical ability to undertake the requirements of the role, including bending, lifting and carrying.
• Initiative & the ability to work with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Hedge & tree trimming.
• Mowing, edging & whipper snipping.
• Control weeds and pests through the application of herbicides.
• Raking and blowing leaves, pruning and disposing of dying vegetation.
• Planting, mulching, and maintaining flowers and shrubs, including watering and maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Oversee the outdoor presentation of all facilities, including BBQ & pool maintenance.
• Ensure all mechanical equipment and tools are kept in good working order.

Skills

Gardening experience

Horticulture Cert III

ACDC chemical licence

Equipment operation

Manual handling

Self-motivation

Education

Cert III Horticulture

Job description

About Us

Established in 1977, Palm Lake Group is a proudly Australian, family-owned company with extensive experience in developing, constructing and managing Lifestyle Resorts, Retirement Villages and Aged Care Facilities in Australia. Our resorts are more than just somewhere to live - they are vibrant communities designed for those seeking a lifestyle filled with comfort, connection, and opportunity. We are committed to providing high-quality homes, exceptional service, and vibrant communities that inspire and excite our residents.

Join us in redefining over-50s living.

We're looking for a committed and enthusiastic Groundskeeper to join our Palm Lake Resort Forster team and help keep our resort grounds in pristine condition.

This is a Full Time role, working 38 hours per week between 6am to 6pm Monday to Fridayin a hands-on capacity to maintain our gardens, lawns, and outdoor areas, ensuring they are safe, clean, and visually appealing. Your work will be essential to ensuring the resort grounds are presented to a high standard for our residents and visitors year-round.

Responsibilities

• Hedge & tree trimming
• Mowing, edging & whipper snipping
• Control weeds and pests through the application of herbicides;
• Raking and blowing leaves, pruning and disposing of dying vegetation;
• Planting, mulching, and maintaining flowers and shrubs, including watering and maintenance of irrigation systems;
• Oversee the outdoor presentation of all facilities, including BBQ & pool maintenance
• Ensure all mechanical equipment and tools are kept in good working order

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for someone who shares our values and belief thatrespect, passion, community, impact & safetyunderpins all the work we do.

To excel in this role, you will bring:

• Relevant gardening experience in a similar role;
• Qualification in Cert III Horticulture or equivalent is advantageous;
• ACDC chemical licence is advantageous.
• Ability to use equipment such as push mower, ride on mower, hedge trimmer, whipper snipper and blower
• Possess the physical ability to undertake the requirements of the role, including bending, lifting and carrying.
• Initiative & the ability to work with limited supervision.

Why Join Us?

At Palm Lake Resort, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional lifestyle communities and providing our staff with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer our team:

• Competitive Remuneration
• Work-Life Balancewith flexible working hours.
• Training & Development -Ongoing on the job training & online training specifically designed to support you in your role
• 24/7 free accessto compassionate, confidential support with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Celebration of milestones withtenure rewards
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• The chance to work in a picturesque environment and make a tangible impact on our community.
• Career Opportunities -Palm Lake Group spans 4 entities, 27 lifestyle resort communities and 7 aged care communities along Australia's east coast, from development & construction to resort management & aged care, the career pathways with Palm Lake Group are truly endless!

Please note that this role is subject to a pre-employment medical check.