Are you passionate about creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces?

Do you have a green thumb and a solid work ethic?

About Us

Established in 1977, Palm Lake Group is a proudly Australian, family-owned company with extensive experience in developing, constructing and managing Lifestyle Resorts, Retirement Villages and Aged Care Facilities in Australia. Our resorts are more than just somewhere to live - they are vibrant communities designed for those seeking a lifestyle filled with comfort, connection, and opportunity. We are committed to providing high-quality homes, exceptional service, and vibrant communities that inspire and excite our residents.

Join us in redefining over-50s living.

We're looking for a committed and enthusiastic Full time Groundskeeper to join our Palm Lake Resort Tweed Riverteam and help keep our resort grounds in pristine condition.

This is a Full-timerole, working 38 hours per week Monday to Friday in a hands-on capacity to maintain our gardens, lawns, and outdoor areas, ensuring they are safe, clean, and visually appealing. Your work will be essential to ensuring the resort grounds are presented to a high standard for our residents and visitors year-round.

Responsibilities:

- Hedge & tree trimming;
- Mowing, edging & whipper snipping;
- Control weeds and pests through the application of herbicides;
- Raking and blowing leaves, pruning and disposing of dying vegetation;
- Planting, mulching, and maintaining flowers and shrubs, including watering and maintenance of irrigation systems;
- Oversee the outdoor presentation of all facilities, including BBQ & pool maintenance;
- Launching and parking recreational boats for resident use;
- Ensure all mechanical equipment and tools are kept in good working order





What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for someone who shares our values and belief that respect, passion, community, impact & safety underpin all the work we do.

To excel in this role, you will bring:

- A "C" class open driver's licence (essential);
- Relevant gardening experience in a similar role;
- Qualification in Cert III Horticulture or equivalent is advantageous;
- ACDC chemical licence is advantageous;
- Ability to use equipment such as push mower, ride-on mower, hedge trimmer, whipper snipper and blower;
- Possess the physical ability to undertake the requirements of the role, including bending, lifting and carrying;
- Initiative & the ability to work with limited supervision.

Why Join Us?

At Palm Lake Resort, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional lifestyle communities and providing our staff with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer our team:

- Competitive Remuneration
- Work-Life Balancewith flexible working hours.
- Training & Development -Ongoing on the job training & online training specifically designed to support you in your role
- 24/7 free accessto compassionate, confidential support with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Celebration of milestones withtenure rewards
- Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
- The chance to work in a picturesque environment and make a tangible impact on our community.
- Career Opportunities -Palm Lake Group spans 4 entities, 27 lifestyle resort communities and 7 aged care communities along Australia's east coast, from development & construction to resort management & aged care, the career pathways with Palm Lake Group are truly endless!

Please note that this role is subject to a pre-employment medical check.

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📌 Groundskeeper (Banora Point)
🏢 Palm Lake Resort
📍 Banora Point