Create a welcoming and relaxing space that our residents and guests can enjoy every day, as Gardener at our beautiful village, Abervale.
About Keyton
With over 65 villages across Australia, 15,000+ residents and 800+ passionate staff, we're leading the way with heart, for a new age of wellbeing, connection and choice for all independent seniors.
Leveraging over 30 years of experience, our teams work across the country in a variety of departments and business units, all share a common goal: We Lead with Heart, and we are committed to creating caring and fun-filled retirement communities.
Our purpose is to create places where communities thrive - not only for residents, but importantly, for our employees also. We do this by creating safe, secure and connected independent living communities where residents can enjoy active and social lifestyles, close to essential services and amenities.
Generous leave entitlements, additional wellbeing leave days
Training and working with a supportive, fun team
Thrive as part of a strong team in an exceptional work environment
Career development and growth opportunities
Employer referral program
Reward & Recognition Services
Health & Wellbeing and Reward Program
Exclusive access to Sonder wellbeing app
Discounted health insurance, annual vaccinations and skin checks
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents
The Role
We are excited to announce that our lovely team at Abervale are currently seeking an enthusiastic, committed, customer focused Gardener to join them on part time basis.
Nestled in the leafy suburb of Grovedale,



Abervale offers a welcoming community with beautifully maintained gardens, landscaped grounds, and a relaxed retirement lifestyle.
As a Gardener, you'll play an important role in enhancing the village environment, ensuring residents can enjoy peaceful walks through vibrant gardens and attractive outdoor spaces every day. Working as part of a supportive team, you'll contribute to maintaining the presentation and appeal of the village while building meaningful connections with residents and colleagues alike.
If you're passionate about gardening, enjoy working outdoors, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity, Abervale offers a great place to grow your career and make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Reporting to the Assistant Village Manager, your duties will include:
Maintaining lawns, garden beds, trees, shrubs and landscaped areas throughout the village
Looking after the shared garden spaces and general garden maintenance
Mowing (push mower and ride on mower), edging and whipper snipping
Planting, weeding, spraying, pruning, trimming and clearing leaves
Watering and monitoring irrigation systems
Collecting and disposing of green waste and garden debris
Keeping tools and equipment in good shape




Ensuring all gardening activities are carried out safely and in line with workplace health and safety requirements.
Shifts
Tuesday: 8am - 4pm
While these are our preferred working days, we understand the importance of flexibility and may be able to accommodate alternative days for the right candidate. If you have specific availability requirements, please outline these in your cover letter for consideration.
About you
The successful candidate will have the following:
Demonstrated experience in gardening, landscaping, or horticulture
Current Australian Driver's Licence
Ride-on mowing experience (highly regarded)
A genuine interest in assisting the independent living seniors
Skilled in pruning, planting and soil preparation
Experience operating and maintaining gardening tools and equipment safely
Attention to detail and pride in delivering high standards of garden presentation
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Valuable communication skills for interacting with residents and staff in a friendly, professional manner
Knowledge of safe work practices and commitment to workplace health and safety
Level 2 First Aid Certificate (or be willing to obtain one)
Please note: The successful applicant must complete a Police Check & will be required to receive an annual flu vaccination between the months of May-November, with supporting documentation prior to
joining. For selected role, pre-employment medical assessments will also be required prior to any employment offers being made.
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