Grounds Maintenance Team Member - Paddington

Are you passionate about working outdoors and want a role that offers both fulfillment and work-life balance? We're looking for a Grounds Maintenance Team Member to join our team at a high-profile site in Paddington.

This full-time position is perfect for someone who loves preserving and enhancing natural surroundings, values attention to detail, and enjoys a collaborative work environment.

At our company, we understand the importance of balance—while you’ll contribute to creating beautifully maintained outdoor spaces, you’ll also have time to enjoy your own.

Join us and be part of a team that takes pride in their work. Apply now to grow your career while enjoying the best of both worlds!

Position Details:

• Work Schedule: 38 Hours a week - 4 ½ work week
• Early Finish on a Friday
• Payment: Competitive hourly wages.
• Team Environment: Collaborative team setting.
• Supplies: Uniforms and tools provided.
• Training: Access to professional training opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform a range of grounds maintenance tasks, including lawn mowing (both push and ride-on), gardening, and minor tree maintenance.
• Oversee the daily maintenance tasks to ensure the overall cleanliness and aesthetics of the base.
• Proactively ensure the quality and safety of grounds maintenance activities.
• Maintain and ensure the safe working order of all landscaping equipment.
• Complete job-related paperwork professionally.
• Operate equipment and machinery safely and professionally.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for various tasks.
• Work effectively as part of a team, contributing to a positive and productive work culture.
• Respond appropriately to supervisor's directions and adapt to diverse work environments and tasks.
• Maintain a polite, professional, and well-presented demeanor.

Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• Working knowledge of basic grounds maintenance equipment.
• Ability to discuss basic grounds maintenance activities, principles, and tasks.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, including PPE requirements for grounds maintenance activities.

Essential Employment Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in garden and lawn maintenance.
• National police criminal history check may be required as part of the application process.
• Non-citizens are encouraged to apply, but you must have verifiable work rights for Australia or working towards citizenship.
• Have a valid drivers license and access to a car to access multiple sites if required.

Desirable Skills (Not Essential):

• Formal qualifications in Horticulture, Landscape Construction, or related fields.
• Chemical application certification.

What We Can Offer:

• A safety-first work culture.
• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• Competitive hourly wages.
• All uniforms and tools provided.
• Supportive and collaborative work culture.
• Training and professional development opportunities.

About Us:

Australian Facilities Landscapes (AFL) is a leading landscape organisation that provides integrated land management services to government and various commercial customers. We operate in eastern states, including metropolitan, regional, and remote locations. We take pride in delivering innovative solutions and ensuring exceptional value for all our stakeholders. With over 150 dedicated employees, our services range from general landscape maintenance, tree and arboreal services to environmental management, invasive weed control, bush regeneration activities, remote area civil maintenance, and specialist land management consultancy services.

Please include a brief resume or cover letter detailing your relevant experience in your application.

If you have any questions or need further information, please email us at [email protected].