Part-Time Sustainable Garden Specialist

Mercy Health; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Health in Cairns is seeking a part-time Gardener to support Mercy Place Cairns. You will maintain garden beds, manage pruning, planting, spraying, weeding and mulching while upholding sustainable practices and safety standards.

The role requires knowledge of plants and pest control, operating garden machinery, and a collaborative mindset. A current police check and driver licence are preferred.

Qualifications

• Commitment to sustainable gardening practices.
• Strong horticultural and garden-maintenance skills.
• Knowledge of plants, turf, pests, weeds and diseases.
• Operate handheld and ride-on machinery.
• Strong time-management, organisational and communication abilities.
• Compassionate, flexible and positive attitude.
• Ability to build positive, respectful relationships.
• Previous maintenance experience; trade qualifications preferred but not essential.
• Capacity to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Sustainable gardening

Horticulture & maintenance

Plant/turf/pest knowledge

Machinery operation

Time management

Compassionate attitude

Relationship building

Maintenance experience

Independence & teamwork

Education

Trade qualifications (preferred)

Job description

Mercy Health in Cairns is seeking a part-time Gardener to support Mercy Place Cairns. You will maintain garden beds, manage pruning, planting, spraying, weeding and mulching while upholding sustainable practices and safety standards.

The role requires knowledge of plants and pest control, operating garden machinery, and a collaborative mindset. A current police check and driver licence are preferred.