Groundskeeper - Scenic Resort with Flexible Hours

iCIMS, Inc.; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Work-life balance

Training & development

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Tenure rewards

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Palm Lake Resort Toowoomba is seeking a committed Groundskeeper to maintain gardens, lawns and outdoor spaces to a high standard for residents and visitors. This full-time role runs 38 hours per week, from 6am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, in a hands-on capacity to keep grounds safe, clean and visually appealing.

The ideal candidate will have a C-class licence, gardening experience, and a Cert III Horticulture or equivalent; experience with mowing, edging and weed control is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a C-class driver’s licence.
• Gardening experience in a similar role.
• Cert III Horticulture or equivalent is advantageous.
• AC/DC chemical licence is advantageous.
• Ability to operate gardening equipment listed.

Responsibilities

• Hedge & tree trimming.
• Mowing, edging & whipper snipping.
• Control weeds and pests with herbicides.
• Raking leaves and pruning vegetation.
• Planting, mulching, watering and irrigation maintenance.
• Oversee outdoor presentation of facilities including BBQ & pool maintenance.
• Ensure all tools and equipment are kept in good order.

Skills

C class licence

Gardening experience

Equipment operation

Physical fitness

Initiative & supervision

Education

Cert III Horticulture

Tools

Push mower

Ride-on mower

Hedge trimmer

Whipper snipper

Blower

Job description

Palm Lake Resort Toowoomba is seeking a committed Groundskeeper to maintain gardens, lawns and outdoor spaces to a high standard for residents and visitors. This full-time role runs 38 hours per week, from 6am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, in a hands-on capacity to keep grounds safe, clean and visually appealing.

The ideal candidate will have a C-class licence, gardening experience, and a Cert III Horticulture or equivalent; experience with mowing, edging and weed control is preferred.