Are you passionate about creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces?
Do you have a green thumb and a strong work ethic?
About Us
Established in ****, 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 setting. 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 (New South Wales)
🏢 Palm Lake Resort
📍 New South Wales