Gardener/Home Maintenance

Work Type: Full-time/Part-time Permanent, Casual

There to care. Here for good.

Aged care is so important. Some people forget that. You don't and neither do we. Because helping people is what we were born to do.

We've been a leading provider of aged care in communities across South Australia since 1953. That's a long journey, and we're proud of our stability and strength.

Now, we're on a mission to continue to grow and improve our services and impact, hand in hand with our fantastic team.

Here, every moment matters and every client counts. And so do you.

Join our Gardening and Maintenance team and be there to care.

A brighter future with Helping Hand, for older people and for you.

Do you have a passion for horticulture, and working outdoors with like-minded people, delivering much needed gardening services for aged clients and delivering support and peace of mind to those who value excellence.

Helping Hand Gardening and Maintenance teams are growing and seeking dedicated Garden Maintenance Field Staff to join the team.

Based in Adelaide Metro, as part of our Gardening and Maintenance team, you will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality gardening services to meet the needs of Helping Hand Clients living in their own homes as well as across our retirement village spaces.

We have Casual, Part Time and Fulltime positions available for the right candidates.

You'll also make an impact by:

• Providing a range of gardening services to meet the client's needs
• Working with clients to provide great customer service
• Undertake garden maintenance services across multi sites including mowing, edging, snipping, weeding, mulching, planting, pruning, sweeping, litter collection and/or other gardening as required.
• Delivering services that are connected, personalised, considerate and caring
• Sharing your skills and knowledge with others to support their learning

What you'll bring

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual who consistently strives for excellence. You will bring experience in gardening and maintenance, landscaping, and safe equipment use. Your physical ability to undertake the requirements of the role including safe bending, lifting and carrying and ability to complete basic operator maintenance on equipment and tools will be highly regarded. If you are dedicated and detail-oriented, always striving for excellence in your work, then this position is for you.

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• At least 1 year of gardening / nursery experience.
• A sound knowledge and experience of using gardening equipment
• The ability to work independently under limited supervision
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate (or be willing to obtain one)
• Current Australian driver licence
• Have a valid NDIS Worker Screening clearance or be willing to obtain one
• A registered, well-maintained, reliable and insured vehicle
• Good communication skills, including the ability to speak and write clearly and accurately
• Ability to operate smartphones and apps (such as Microsoft Outlook)

You'll stand out from the crowd if you have some of the following:

• Understanding of Aged Care
• Gardening Wizard: You have a passion for plant and garden care, pruning, weeding, hedging.
• Great Initiative and Awareness: You are comfortable to work independently, exercising discretion and sound judgment in carrying out your duties.
• Successful Communicator: You are able to listen, understand, and adapt your style of communication to different audiences, ensuring smooth interactions with peers, clients and families.
• Self-Driven: You thrive in an independent work environment, are reliable, and ensure a positive experience for our clients.

Please click the link below to view the position description:

Gardener Position Description

Why Helping Hand?

We get it - a role in aged care is more than just money. You don't do it for the pat on the back. You do it because you know it matters - and at Helping Hand, you matter, too.

We truly care about how you are. Here are some of the things we hope you'll love about working with us:

• We are who you are

Here's the thing. When good people come together, amazing things happen. At Helping Hand, you'll find real support from teammates and managers who share your values and strength. They've been in your shoes - and they'll always be just a phone call away to lend a helping hand.

• We are where you are

As our Gardener, you'll know you're contributing directly to a community you care about. And you'll see your impact on the faces of the people you're supporting.

• We care how you are

In any job, how well you feel affects how well you work. And we take that very seriously. ​​We want you to feel as secure as you can. So, we're proud that our people say they value the stability that comes with working for a well-established, growing organisation like us.

You'll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Be part of a warm, friendly team that genuinely cares about you and your wellbeing
• Maximise your take-home pay by salary packaging up to $15,899 each year
• Enjoy an additional $2,650 tax free per year with our Meal and Entertainment Card
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted private health insurance, plus our Employee Assistance Program
• Get active with our Fitness Passport Program and enjoy discounted gym memberships for you and your family
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Are you ready to lend a helping hand?

Join us at Helping Hand and help shape your future and ours.

We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted, and conducting interviews accordingly.

Current Helping Hand employees must notify their manager of their intent to apply.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold relevant checks or be willing to obtain them. Successful candidates will be required to attend an induction session before commencing work.

Helping Hand welcomes and respects the diversity our clients, staff and volunteers bring. Regardless of their culture, religion, spirituality, age, gender, sexuality, disability, socio-economic background or personal experiences, our people are included and respected.

Helping Hand strongly recommends that all employees receive COVID-19 and flu vaccinations, as we work in a high-risk setting and are in contact with vulnerable people.