Open Space Groundskeeper — Parks & Fields Maintenance

Complete Staff Solutions; Ballina Shire; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Complete Staff Solutions is seeking Horticultural Labourers to support maintenance of sporting fields, public parks, streetscapes and reserves across the Ballina Shire. You will operate ride-on and zero-turn mowers, trim and edge, weed control and general gardening duties to keep spaces clean, presentable and accessible.

Ideal applicants hold a White Card and a valid driver's licence, with a Certificate III in Horticulture highly regarded.

Qualifications

• White Card (Construction Induction Card) required.
• Current driver's licence.
• Chemical handling certificate required.
• Certificate III in Horticulture highly regarded.
• Experience in parks, gardens, groundskeeping or facility maintenance.
• Experience operating plant and equipment (mowers, trimmers, etc.).
• Knowledge of weed control and general gardening.
• Physically fit and able to perform strenuous work.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Works well independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate ride-on and zero-turn mowers and other powered equipment.
• Maintain public parks, pathways, sporting fields and streetscapes.
• Mow, edge and trim overgrown vegetation.
• Perform weed control and general gardening duties.
• Carry out general labouring and maintenance tasks.
• Keep public spaces clean, presentable and accessible.
• Follow safe work procedures and WHS policies.

Skills

Physically fit

Team player

Positive work ethic

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture

Tools

Ride-on mower

Zero-turn mower

Brush cutter

Line trimmer

Chainsaw

Job description

Complete Staff Solutions is seeking Horticultural Labourers to support maintenance of sporting fields, public parks, streetscapes and reserves across the Ballina Shire. You will operate ride-on and zero-turn mowers, trim and edge, weed control and general gardening duties to keep spaces clean, presentable and accessible.

Ideal applicants hold a White Card and a valid driver's licence, with a Certificate III in Horticulture highly regarded.