Parks & Gardens Trade Assistant

Solutions+; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rostered Days Off

Weekly Pay

Full-time Permanent Benefits

Job summary

Solutions+ is hiring a General Maintenance & Horticultural Upkeep role in Penrith, NSW. You will mow, edge and maintain lawns, weed beds, prune shrubs, and operate common gardening equipment. A driver’s licence and background checks are required.

The role offers full-time permanent benefits, rostered days off and weekly pay, with opportunities for growth and ongoing training within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in mowing, edging and maintaining lawns, ovals and open spaces.
• Ability to operate gardening equipment safely and efficiently.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Mow, edge and maintain lawns, ovals and open green spaces to a high standard
• Weed, mulch and maintain garden beds, landscaped areas and surrounding grounds
• Prune shrubs, hedges and small trees to keep gardens neat and well presented
• Safely operate mowers, brush cutters, blowers, hand tools and other gardening equipment
• Assist with general grounds maintenance, seasonal planting and site improvement works
• Assist with fertilising and basic weed and pest control treatments as required
• Monitor turf, gardens and landscaped areas, reporting any issues or maintenance needs
• Carry out basic irrigation checks and assist with minor repairs and adjustments

Skills

Lawn mowing

Grounds maintenance

Horticultural awareness

Job description

Salary and perks:

$28p/h to $32p/h + Super

Role Benefits:

Full-time Permanent Benefits, Rostered Days Off & Weekly Pay

Work Type:

General Maintenance & Horticultural upkeep

About Solutions+:

At Solutions+ we create and maintain green spaces that make a real difference in communities and organisations. Backed by 30+ years in the industry, we bring experience, quality and pride to everything we do. We offer more than just a job; we invest in your growth. With ongoing training, career pathways, and a supportive team, you’ll have the opportunity to build a long-term career and be recognised for the work you put in.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Mow, edge and maintain lawns, ovals and open green spaces to a high standard
• Weed, mulch and maintain garden beds, landscaped areas and surrounding grounds
• Prune shrubs, hedges and small trees to keep gardens neat and well presented
• Safely operate mowers, brush cutters, blowers, hand tools and other gardening equipment
• Assist with general grounds maintenance, seasonal planting and site improvement works
• Assist with fertilising and basic weed and pest control treatments as required
• Monitor turf, gardens and landscaped areas, reporting any issues or maintenance needs
• Carry out basic irrigation checks and assist with minor repairs and adjustments

What will you need?

• Driver's licence & Transport.
• National Police Check
• Working with Children Check

We’re here to help you grow, make an impact, and build a future you’re proud of. Join a team that values your ideas, supports your development, and recognises the work you put in.