Maintenance Officer - Grounds

Holmesglen Institute; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee Assistance Program

Paid parental leave

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Holmesglen Institute invites applications for a Maintenance Officer – Grounds at Chadstone Campus. The role is hands-on, maintaining Holmesglen’s grounds, landscaped areas and outdoor facilities across metropolitan campuses, including turf care, planting, pruning and irrigation upkeep.

You will support setting up classrooms and event spaces, follow safety guidelines, and contribute to a positive student and staff experience in a vibrant, campus‑based environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

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

Current Victorian Driver Licence

Chemical User Certificate

Forklift Licence

Manual Handling Certificate

Job description

Holmesglen Institute

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.

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.

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.

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:

Mandatory

• 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 for this position close on 11:59 pm Wednesday 21 October 2026.