Outdoor Grounds Technician – Parks & Reserves

Programmed; Five Ways; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Programmed Maintenance Services – Five Ways VIC is seeking experienced Gardeners / Grounds Maintenance for Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs on a day shift. This hands-on outdoor role involves working across parks, schools, reserves, and community spaces with a team guided by a Team Leader.

Requires 1+ year in grounds maintenance, ride-on mower operation, physical fitness, and valid WWCC/Police checks; drivers license is preferred. Join a large employer focused on safe, inclusive environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in grounds maintenance, horticulture, landscaping, or similar outdoor roles.
• Experience operating ride-on mowers and outdoor maintenance equipment.
• Physically fit and able to perform hands-on outdoor work.
• Valid manual driver's license preferred; WWCC and Police Check mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Operate ride-on mowers and landscaping equipment across parks and reserves.
• Perform brush cutting, edging, pruning, hedge trimming and weed removal.
• Apply herbicides using knapsack sprayers as required.
• Conduct pre-start checks on mowers, trailers and equipment.
• Tow trailers carrying mowers and machinery and handle loading.
• Log job data and complete digital reporting via tablets.
• Maintain parks and community areas to a high standard.
• Collaborate with a Team Leader and fellow crew members.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Outdoor work fitness

Driver's license

WWCC and Police Check

Teamwork

Tools

Ride-on mower operation

Trailer towing

Job description

Programmed Maintenance Services – Five Ways VIC is seeking experienced Gardeners / Grounds Maintenance for Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs on a day shift. This hands-on outdoor role involves working across parks, schools, reserves, and community spaces with a team guided by a Team Leader.

Requires 1+ year in grounds maintenance, ride-on mower operation, physical fitness, and valid WWCC/Police checks; drivers license is preferred. Join a large employer focused on safe, inclusive environments.