Head Gardener

Travel-Leisure-Co; Margaret River; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Mercure Basildene Manor, part of Travel + Leisure Co., is seeking an experienced Head Gardener to manage the maintenance/grounds department. The role ensures safe, clean grounds and guest satisfaction while leading a small team.

The ideal candidate has landscape maintenance experience with supervisory duties, plus handyman skills and a commitment to service excellence. This is an on-site position in Margaret River, WA.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in landscape maintenance, with supervisory experience is desirable.
• Ability to perform basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and appliance repairs.
• Ability to use and care for tools and equipment.
• Desire to provide an exceptional customer experience.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and respond to emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily gardening and grounds maintenance activities.
• Maintaining all resort equipment in working condition.
• Fostering positive relationships with guests and colleagues.
• Reporting of unsafe practices, incidents or accidents.

Skills

Gardening

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Tools

Gardening tools

Job description

We Put the World on VacationTravel + Leisure Co. is the world’s leading vacation ownership and travel membership company, with a dynamic and growing portfolio of resort, travel club, and lifestyle travel brands. Our dedicated associates help the company achieve its mission to put the world on vacation. Innovation and growth keep our work interesting and fun. Every day is a chance to learn something new and turn vacation inspiration into exceptional experiences for millions of travelers worldwide.Go Where No Two Days Are The Same.Discover a career fuelled by possibility at Travel + Leisure Co. Grand Mercure Basildene Manor currently has an opportunity for an experienced hands on Head Gardener to join the team!About The RoleThe Head Gardener is responsible for the efficient operation of the Maintenance/Grounds department. This includes maintaining all resort rooms and amenities, at all times complying with OH&S Policies & Procedures. Other duties include but are not limited to:Oversee daily gardening and grounds maintenance activitiesMaintaining all resort equipment in working conditionFostering positive relationships with guests and colleaguesReporting of unsafe practices, incidents or accidentsSkills & ExperiencePrevious experience in landscape maintenance, with supervisory experience is desirableAbility to perform basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and appliance repairsAbility to use and care for tools and equipmentDesire to provide an exceptional customer experienceAbility to work in a fast paced environment and respond to emergency situationsA strong candidate has been identified for this position.Where Memories Start with YouHospitality is at the heart of all we do at Travel + Leisure Co. Here, you’ll find an inclusive environment where we deliver excellence and take time to have fun, celebrate together, and support one another. We're always looking ahead to what’s next and how we can strengthen our business, its neighboring communities, and the customer experience. Join our global team and build a career where memories start with you.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], including the title and location of the position for which you are applying.