Head Grounds & Maintenance Leader – Lakeside Resort

07TAA RAC Tourism Assets Pty Ltd; Shire Of Manjimup; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodation

Police Check cost covered by RAC

Employee benefits & discounts

Job summary

RAC Karri Valley Resort in Western Australia’s Southwest seeks an experienced Grounds & Maintenance Manager to lead our team and oversee the gardens, facilities and infrastructure to the highest standard. You will manage a small team, perform hands-on maintenance and ensure guest experiences meet RAC’s high expectations.

This full-time role offers on-site accommodation, a competitive salary package plus superannuation and the chance to live and work in a unique natural setting while delivering

Qualifications

• Previous experience in grounds, maintenance or facilities management.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and support a team.
• Strong knowledge of gardening, landscaping and general property maintenance.
• Experience maintaining machinery, tools and equipment.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Senior First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Willingness to obtain a National Police Check.
• Availability to work weekends, public holidays and respond to occasional callouts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Grounds & Maintenance team, including recruitment, training and performance management.
• Maintain the gardens, grounds and landscaping to a high standard.
• Plan and manage preventative maintenance programs across resort facilities and accommodation.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors completing maintenance work on site.
• Carry out general maintenance, repairs and upkeep of buildings, plant and equipment.
• Maintain and service machinery, tools and vehicles across the property.
• Monitor and maintain resort infrastructure, including water, wastewater and other essential systems.
• Oversee pool testing and maintenance to ensure compliance and guest safety.
• Ensure compliance with Workplace Health & Safety procedures and safe work practices.
• Work closely with Resort Management and other departments to deliver an outstanding guest experience.
• Manage maintenance budgets, supplies and equipment within operational guidelines.
• Participate in an after-hours on-call roster and attend callouts as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Gardening

Landscaping

Property maintenance

Machinery maintenance

Driver's licence

Senior First Aid

Police check readiness

Weekend availability

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture or relevant trade

Tools

Maintenance machinery

Vehicle maintenance

Job description

RAC Karri Valley Resort in Western Australia’s Southwest seeks an experienced Grounds & Maintenance Manager to lead our team and oversee the gardens, facilities and infrastructure to the highest standard. You will manage a small team, perform hands-on maintenance and ensure guest experiences meet RAC’s high expectations.

This full-time role offers on-site accommodation, a competitive salary package plus superannuation and the chance to live and work in a unique natural setting while delivering