Grounds person

1 week ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Downer EDI Limited Full time $45,000 - $60,000 per year

We currently have opportunities for entry - level, self-motivated, full time, reliable Grounds people in Canberra.

These full-time positions are part of the team responsible for the operational day to day delivery of the Land Management services. These roles offer a great work life balance with a generous roster consisting of Monday to Thursday and Fridays

ABOUT YOUR NEW ROLE:

  • Ensuring all work completed is to the standard required of the contract
  • Ensure all equipment is maintained and is safe working order
  • Operate all equipment/machinery in a safe manner
  • Ensure PPE is used for required tasking
  • General tasking may include, however is not limited to the following:

  • Mowing

  • Brush cutting
  • Edging
  • Pruning
  • General gardening
  • Green waste clearing and removal
  • Weed, Pest & Disease control
  • Level 3 and Level 4 roles available

  • Level 4 based at Duntroon - requires a qualification or more than 3+ years' experience

ABOUT YOU:

  • Preferred demonstrable experience in grounds maintenance and experience in operating grounds maintenance equipment
  • Able to perform inherent physical requirements of the role
  • Suitability for Defence security clearance (Australian citizenship mandatory)
  • Vehicle and valid Open Class Drivers Licence
  • Medium Rigid Truck Licence (Preferred)
  • Chainsaw Operators Licence or Certificate (preferred)
  • ChemCert Certificate (preferred)
  • Asbestos Awareness Certificate (preferred)
  • Position Descriptions available upon request

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Fortnightly Pay
  • Ongoing training and support
  • Competitive rates

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to apply

Please apply directly to the advert


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