Maintenance and Gardener Officer

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary opened in 1927 as a safe refuge for sick, injured, and orphaned koalas. Today, Lone Pine remains a much loved and iconic destination for local and international guests to not only see native Australian animals, but to also connect and learn. Our goal is that everyone leaves the sanctuary feeling inspired to make small, positive changes in their daily lives to help protect their own native wildlife and habitats.

Through collaboration with our 100+ employees, suppliers and customers, we aim to set a new standard in environmental wildlife management. This will contribute to building a stronger Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is an equal opportunity employer, where we recognise the diversity of our workforce and community - be it on the basis of gender, age, race, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

Our Vision To protect, respect and conserve our environment and wildlife by educating and connecting people with nature.

Our Mission To inspire individuals and communities to live in balance with the natural world.

Located on the banks of the beautiful Brisbane River & only a few minutes from Brisbane CBD, this truly is a great place to work.

**ROLE OVERVIEW**

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our sanctuary maintenance team on a casual basis for up to 38 hours per week.

Under the guidance and supervision of the **Head of Department (HOD) Maintenance**, the Maintenance Officer & Gardener helps maintain, repair the sanctuary grounds, gardens and buildings. The role is to primarily ensure all areas are maintained as per the instructions and guidelines of the Sanctuary Maintenance Department.

The Maintenance Officer & Gardener is required to conduct their duties in a courteous, safe and efficient manner, in accordance with **Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary** (LPKS) policies, procedures and SOPs, ensuring that the highest level of service and work is performed.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Provide support to the Head of Department, Maintenance and assist in meeting the strategic goals of the department.
- Development, planting, overseeing and ongoing upkeep of the Community Garden including, but not limited to:

- Planting of browse plants for the sanctuary animals
- Development of Bush Tucker Garden
- Planning and planting of the sustainable vegetable garden
- Planning and coordinating a home for native beehives
- Propagation of native plant seedlings for future sale from Community Garden
- Responsible to perform general trade work, repairs and upkeep throughout the Sanctuary including, but not limited to:

- Structural woodwork and miscellaneous projects
- Alteration and repair to Sanctuary fixtures and fittings
- Maintenance of equipment, buildings, enclosures within the Sanctuary grounds
- Carrying out repairs to public areas based on the individual's technical knowledge

and experience.
- Repairs and maintenance to the building structures including minor installation

works when/if required
- Assist in maintaining workshop tools and equipment in the workshop and keeping

this area neat and tidy
- Attend Maintenance Meetings, training courses and workshops as required
- Compliance with all LPKS policies, procedures and SOPs
- Conducting general gardening as directed
- Conducting general upkeep of the septic system as directed
- Making appropriate recommendations and/or suggestions to the HOD on energy

and environmental conservation improvements
- Ensuring full compliance with legislated Workplace Health & Safety requirements
- Ensuring all requests for Sanctuary maintenance are carried out within an

acceptable and reasonable time frame

To summarise, it is not the intention of this Job Description to limit the scope or responsibilities of the above-mentioned, but to highlight the most important aspects of your position. It is an essential role responsibility that you are committed to your job and the success of our Sanctuary and maintain a willingness to accept total flexibility of jobs and duties throughout the grounds.

**ROLE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS**
- Previous experiences in gardening and/or landscaping or at least labour work
- ACDC certification
- Holding a chainsaw licence
- Strong technical and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of preventative maintenance and fire preventative maintenance
- Basic understanding of expenses and costs of repairs
- Positive ‘Can Do’ attitude.
- Ability to demonstrate effective and positive communicate with others.
- Ability to demonstrate great teamwork and cooperation.
- Act with professionalism & integrity.
- Learn, develop and adapt to change - growth mindset.
- Able to work independently.
- Demonstrate ability to manage time and attend to detail.
- Adherence to Lone Pine Core Values and Code of Conduct
- Able to understand and follow policies, procedures and direction.
- Able to multitask.
- Able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.

We must always strive to be both