▷ (Urgent) General Hand - Grounds and Maintenance (Casual)

About Our Team

We provide professional grounds and property maintenance services across a wide range of sites, including strata blocks, industrial estates, commercial businesses, councils, parks, and disability support facilities.

Our major clients include Telstra, Broadspectrum, Byron Council, Department of Primary Industries, Department of Housing, and Vicinity Shopping Centres.

From garden care to graffiti removal, our reliable and experienced team takes pride in delivering high-quality results. We work with structured, budgeted programs to meet the unique needs of each client. Facilities Management | Aruma

About the Role

We’re looking for a passionate Gardens and Grounds Maintenance Team Member to join our team in Jesmond. You’ll be responsible for maintaining gardens and lawns at residential and commercial sites. If you bring the right attitude, we’ll provide the training you need to succeed.

Position Details

- Employment Type: Casual, up to 25 hours per week
- Working Hours: Between Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Travel Requirements: Yes – travel is required as part of the role, but you will not be expected to use your own vehicle. A company vehicle will be provided when available.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform all aspects of gardening, lawn care, and grounds maintenance.
- Support the Team Leader in fostering a positive, values-driven team culture.
- Assist supported employees in building skills and reaching their employment goals.
- Complete tasks as directed by Team Leaders.
- Bring a positive, can-do attitude to every job.

What We’re Looking For

- Background in property or garden maintenance, including lawn and weed identification.
- Familiarity with operating relevant equipment (training provided if needed).
- Physically fit for manual handling tasks.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and organisational skills.
- Ability to prioritise tasks within a small team.
- Valid driver’s licence - minimum P2.
- Confident towing a trailer.
- Hold or be willing to obtain a NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Hold or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check.

What we offer

- Salary Packaging: Increase your take-home pay. Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free.
- Continuous Learning Opportunities: Work alongside industry-leading professionals who are dedicated to helping you excel and advance your career.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the freedom that fits your lifestyle, with options that put you in control.
- Supportive Team Environment: Focus on what you do best, with strong operational support behind you every step of the way.
- Incredible Perks: From professional development, Fitness Passport and confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, we take care of our team.
- A Culture Like No Other: Be part of a vibrant, positive work environment filled with a strong sense of community.
- Call to Action: Join Aruma, where your career journey and well-being are our top priorities.

About Us

Aruma is a leading Australian for-purpose, values-driven organisation dedicated to helping people with disabilities live the life they envision. Operating across Eastern Australia, Aruma supports over 5,000 individuals, employs more than 5,000 staff, and boasts an annual turnover of around $500 million. The organisation is undergoing significant transformation as the NDIS and social and technological advancements reshape the landscape of disability support in Australia. Aruma | Disability services. Putting you first.

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