Maintenance Officer - Grounds

Victorian Government; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Holmesglen Institute in Victoria is seeking a Maintenance Officer – Grounds to care for our campuses with hands-on mowing, planting, pruning and irrigation duties across metropolitan sites.

Two full-time ongoing contracts offer a base salary of $64,076–$69,189 AUD per year pro rata plus 12% super and leave loading. Onsite parking at Chadstone Campus, with opportunities to support event setup as required.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Horticulture, Parks and Gardens, Landscaping or a related discipline or equivalent grounds maintenance experience.
• Current Victorian Driver Licence.
• Chemical User Certificate, Forklift Licence, and Manual Handling Certificate, or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Apply horticultural knowledge to mowing, edging, planting, pruning, watering, turf care and fertilising per schedules.
• Inspect trees, plants, irrigation systems and outdoor areas to identify maintenance needs and hazards, refer complex matters to supervisor.
• Maintain footpaths, car parks and outdoor areas, remove waste, undertake minor repairs, apply safe fertilisers and treatments.
• Plan and organise grounds maintenance activities under supervision, selecting methods, materials and equipment.
• Operate and safely check irrigation systems, grounds equipment and tools; ensure safe, proper use.

Skills

Manual handling

Grounds maintenance knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture, Parks and Gardens, Landscaping or a related discipline

Tools

Current Victorian Driver Licence

Chemical User Certificate

Forklift Licence

Manual Handling Certificate

Job description

Holmesglen Institute is a leading provider of vocational and higher education in Victoria, with over 40 years of experience and 140,000 graduates. As one of the largest government-owned TAFEs, we offer 600+ courses across multiple campuses, including Chadstone, Moorabbin, Glen Waverley, Eildon, and Melbourne's CBD. Our hands-on learning approach is supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships, ensuring students gain the skills needed for successful careers. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both staff and students to grow, innovate, and make a positive community impact.

Holmesglen's Property Services Department maintains safe, functional and welcoming campuses across the Institute. The team delivers day-to-day maintenance, cleaning and asset support to ensure our buildings, grounds and facilities are well maintained and support a positive experience for students and staff.

The Maintenance Officer – Grounds is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining Holmesglen's grounds, landscaped areas and outdoor facilities across our metropolitan campuses.

You will undertake a range of grounds maintenance activities including turf care, planting, pruning, watering, irrigation maintenance and upkeep of pathways, car parks and outdoor spaces. You will also assist with broader Property Services activities, including setting up classrooms and event spaces when required.

The Opportunity:

• 2 x Full-Time Positions | Ongoing contracts of employment.
• PW3 $64,076 - $69,189 per annum pro rata + 12% super + leave loading (dependent on qualifications and experience).
• Chadstone Campus – onsite parking with close proximity to public transport.

As a Maintenance Officer, you will:

• Apply practical horticultural knowledge across a varied range of grounds maintenance activities, including mowing, trimming, edging, planting, pruning, watering, turf care and fertilising, in accordance with established schedules and horticultural practices.
• Inspect trees, plants, irrigation systems and outdoor areas to identify maintenance needs, plant health concerns, hazards and equipment faults, selecting appropriate solutions from established techniques and referring complex, high-risk or non-routine matters to the supervisor.
• Maintain footpaths, pathways, car parks and outdoor communal areas by removing waste and debris, undertaking cleaning and minor repairs, and applying approved fertilisers, pesticides and treatments in accordance with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Plan, prioritise and organise allocated grounds maintenance activities under routine supervision, determining appropriate task sequences, work methods, materials and equipment to meet established schedules and operational requirements.
• Operate, maintain and undertake routine safety checks and minor repairs on irrigation systems, grounds equipment and landscaping tools, ensuring equipment is used safely, efficiently and in accordance with manufacturer and workplace requirements.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• Certificate III in Horticulture, Parks and Gardens, Landscaping or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant qualifications and substantial grounds maintenance experience.
• Current Victorian Driver Licence.
• Chemical User Certificate, or willingness to obtain.
• Forklift Licence, or willingness to obtain.
• Manual Handling Certificate, or willingness to obtain.

WWCC and Police Check:

Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining a Victorian 'employee' Working with Children Check, and a valid Police Check within the last 12 months.

Our commitment to you:

At Holmesglen Institute, we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and flexible workplace where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. We've implemented strong systems and ongoing support to ensure our staff can work and deliver in a safe and adaptable environment. Our team benefits from a range of wellbeing initiatives, access to the Employee Assistance Program, and opportunities for professional and career development. We also offer paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.

Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Applications close Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 11.59pm