Groundsperson

Downer; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Healthcare discounts

Retail and car purchase savings

Job summary

Downer Australia is inviting expressions of interest for entry level Groundsperson roles at RAAF Townsville, offering permanent positions in a dynamic, outdoors‑focused environment. The role includes grounds maintenance, risk management, and hands‑on training with equipment such as ride‑on mowers and whipper snippers, with development support to deliver high‑quality outcomes for our clients.

Applicants with a current open driver’s licence and Australian citizenship are encouraged; Defence

Qualifications

• Current Open Driver’s Licence.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship is mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and upkeep for site grounds and gardens.
• Identify and manage risks associated with grounds maintenance.
• Be trained in using a variety of equipment such as ride on mowers, whipper snippers and other grounds maintenance equipment.

Skills

Open Driver’s Licence

Defence clearance eligibility

Job description

We’re inviting expressions of interest for entry level applications to join our permanent workforce at RAAF Townsville as a Groundsperson. We're committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute.

We’re looking for people from all backgrounds – whether you bring Defence experience, industry knowledge, or transferable skills from other sectors.

If you are looking for a career change and enjoy working in the great outdoors, this could be a great opportunity for you to learn new skills with a Company that values your input.

What You’ll Do

This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:

• Maintenance and upkeep for site grounds and gardens
• Identify and manage risks associated with grounds maintenance
• Will be trained in using a variety equipment such as ride on mowers, whipper snippers and all other grounds maintenance equipment

What You’ll Bring

• Current Open Driver’s Licence.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship is mandatory).

More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Why Downer?

Downer has been awarded the Property and Asset Services (PAS) contract to deliver base and estate services across their two largest regions NSW/ACT and QLD. This is a significant milestone for our business and our enduring 80+ year relationship with the Australian Defence Force.

Downer is a sovereign-owned, ASX-listed Australian company and proud recipient of the Estate & Infrastructure Business of the Year (2025) and Prime Contractor of the Year for two consecutive years (2024, 2025). With over 80 years of support to the Australian Defence Force (ADF), our Base and Estate Management team delivers innovative solutions and integrated services to both the ADF and New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF).

What It Means to Belong at Downer

We’re proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity, offering:

• Training and development to support and diversify your career.
• With 30% of vacancies filled internally you’ll find real opportunities to advance your career.
• Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
• Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, M ā ori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.