Groundsperson

Company Description

Oaks Hotels, Resorts and Suites is one of Australasia’s largest apartment style accommodation providers, managing a portfolio of over 55 properties across five countries.

Our people drive the success of our business, so we will invest in your skills to allow you to grow and progress through your career. You'll feel at home as part of a close team who thrive on delivering exceptional guest experiences and working in a company focused on ensuring the best work place culture.

**Job Description**:
We are currently seeking full-time Groundsperson to join our hard working maintenance team at Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort. This position requires an experienced, professional, reliable and well organised person to work a variety of days and shifts.

Your key responsibilities and duties include:

- Your number one priority will be to maintain the high standard of presentation at the property and its surrounding areas, including: golf course, gardens, lawns, pool areas, and other common areas;
- Undertake grounds care including; mowing, fertilising, and gardening.
- Assist in Irrigation system maintenance and management
- Carry out the maintenance of all tools and equipment (unless tradespersons are required)
- Assist in caring and servicing the pool and spa areas;
- Be vigilant for hazards and risks within the workplace that could cause harm and report accordingly; and
- Build & maintain professional and courteous relationships with guests, co-workers and management.

**Qualifications**:

- Comprehensive knowledge of turf management, horticulture, machinery and irrigation
- Formal Qualifications (minimum: Certificate III in Sports Turf Management)
- Strong knowledge of chemicals (AQF 3)
- Exceptional communication

Additional Information
**Join our positive and vibrant team and be rewarded with these team benefits**:

- Competitive hourly rate
- 50% discounts on accommodation across all Minor Hotel brands in Australia and New Zealand
- 20% team member’s friend and family discount on accommodation across all Minor Hotel brands in Australia and New Zealand
- Additional paid leave including Birthday and Study leave.
- Educational Financial support may be available to those who undertake development relevant to the company’s business requirements.
- Government funded traineeships in Certificate III in Hospitality and or Certificate IV in Leadership _*eligibility does apply._
- NIB Insurance discounts
- Discount savings and cash back from over 400 popular retailers in Australia and New Zealand
- Entertainment and experience discounts (Opera Australia; Australia Zoo; BRG Brands
- Experience oz, Adrenaline and RedBalloon)
- Discount on Furniture
- 50% off The Coffee Club VIP membership and discount on Minor Hotels F&B outlets across the globe
- Wellbeing programs with Uprise (EAP)
- Wellness Programs at Elysia Wellness retreat Accommodation, all F&B, all Wellness Activities, Spa Treatments (depends on length of program to how many).

Our people drive the success of our business, so we will invest in your skills to allow you to grow and progress through your career. You'll feel at home as part of a close team who thrive on delivering exceptional guest experiences and working in a company focused on ensuring the best work place culture.