Nestled on 30 acres in the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland, Maleny Manor is one of Australia's premier wedding venues.
Our property welcomes hundreds of couples and thousands of guests each year, so maintaining immaculate grounds and presentation is at the heart of what we do.
We're looking for a reliable, motivated Groundskeeper to join our team four days per week in a hands-on role that offers variety, autonomy and the prospect to become a permanent team member for the right person.
About the Role
Working as part of our Grounds & Maintenance team, you'll help ensure our gardens, lawns, buildings and outdoor spaces are presented to an exceptional standard every day.
Key responsibilities include:
· Lawn mowing of wedding areas, whipper snipping and edging (We engage an external contractor for the wider property mowing)
· Gardening, planting, pruning and weed control
· Assist with rubbish removal
· Pressure washing and cleaning external areas
· Setting up of weddings with outdoor furniture
· Assisting with landscaping projects
· Maintaining pathways, fences and outdoor furniture
· Basic maintenance of buildings and facilities alongside Maintenance manager
· Operating and caring for grounds equipment and machinery
· Supporting the wider team with property improvement projects
· Ensuring the venue is presented beautifully for weddings and events
About you:
· Has previous experience in groundskeeping, gardening, landscaping, or property maintenance
· Enjoys working outdoors and is physically fit for a hands-on role
· Takes genuine pride in maintaining high presentation standards and has a keen eye for detail
· Is proactive and can identify jobs that need doing without being asked
· Can work independently while also contributing positively to wider team
· Is reliable, punctual and has a strong work ethic
· Is confident operating or willing to learn to operate grounds maintenance equipment and power tools
· Holds a current driver's licence (essential)
Above all, we're looking for someone who genuinely cares about the presentation of our property and takes pride in creating beautiful spaces for our couples and guests to enjoy.
This role is for Monday – Thursday (Flexible with days) 4 days per week, 7am – 2pm roster, initially on a casual basis, with option for a permanent role for the right person.
Hourly rate from $40 per hour + super.
Please submit current resume and/ or cover letter outlining your suitability to the role, where you are based and availability for hours of work.
Applications can be made through seek, ensuring both cover letter and resume are attached, or email directly to the General Manager ******