Resort Grounds Team Lead

iCIMS, Inc.; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Work-life balance

Training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters is seeking a committed Grounds Team Leader to supervise daily grounds maintenance and lead the team, ensuring facilities and grounds meet safety and presentation standards.

This role is full-time (38 hours per week, Monday to Friday) and requires Cert III Horticulture or equivalent, a valid C class driving licence, and the ability to work with minimal supervision while upholding safety and quality values.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Cert III Horticulture or equivalent is essential.
• Demonstrated experience in both leadership/supervisory & groundskeeping roles.
• Ability to use equipment such as push mower, ride on mower, hedge trimmer, whipper snipper and blower; HR or MR licence will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Assist in completion, allocation and supervision of work by grounds staff.
• Train grounds staff in the safe use, cleaning and storage of equipment & chemicals.
• Manage hazardous substance storage, labelling and registers.
• Ensure appropriate PPE use and provide staff training on correct PPE procedures.
• Hedge & tree trimming; mowing, edging & whipper snipping; control weeds and pests.
• Raking and blowing leaves, pruning and disposal of dying vegetation.
• Planting, mulching, and maintaining flowers and shrubs, including watering and irrigation maintenance.
• Oversee the outdoor presentation of all facilities, including BBQ & pool maintenance.
• Ensure all mechanical equipment and tools are kept in good working order.

Skills

Leadership

Groundskeeping

Team supervision

Education

Cert III Horticulture or equivalent

Job description

Palm Lake Resort Pelican Waters is seeking a committed Grounds Team Leader to supervise daily grounds maintenance and lead the team, ensuring facilities and grounds meet safety and presentation standards.

This role is full-time (38 hours per week, Monday to Friday) and requires Cert III Horticulture or equivalent, a valid C class driving licence, and the ability to work with minimal supervision while upholding safety and quality values.