Grounds Person – Full Time
Cairns Rainforest Estate | Kuranda, QLD
Be part of something special from the ground up!
Cairns Rainforest Estate
is busy creating Far North Queensland's newest eco-tourism experience, set to welcome guests later in ****.
Nestled within 160 acres of private rainforest in Kuranda, our estate will offer exclusive, small-group, guided rainforest walks and a unique tropical fruit orchard experience, showcasing the beauty and biodiversity of the Wet Tropics.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Grounds Person to join our small, friendly team and play an important role in preparing and maintaining this exciting new destination.
About the Role
This is a hands-on, full-time position responsible for the presentation and maintenance of the property, ensuring our grounds, walking trails, tropical fruit orchard and visitor facilities remain safe, attractive and well maintained.
Your responsibilities will include:
General grounds maintenance across the estate
Mowing, whipper snipping and vegetation management Maintenance and upkeep of rainforest walking trails
Contribute to the ongoing care, maintenance and productivity of the estate's established tropical fruit orchard
Operation of tractors and other grounds maintenance equipment
Safe use of chainsaws for minor tree and trail maintenance
General repairs and property maintenance
Assisting with the preparation and ongoing development of visitor facilities




Working safely while helping maintain a high standard of presentation across the estate
About You
We're looking for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work and is happy to roll up their sleeves.
You will ideally have:
Experience operating zero-turn mowers, whipper snippers, chainsaws and tractors
A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
Practical, hands-on problem-solving skills
The ability to work independently and as part of a small, dedicated team
A willingness to think outside the box, identify opportunities for continual improvement, and contribute ideas that enhance the property, visitor experience and operational efficiency
Valuable physical fitness and the ability to undertake manual work in a tropical environment
A current manual driver's licence (essential)
Chainsaw competency and tractor experience will be highly regarded
What We Offer
Full-time, permanent opportunity
Flexible working days, to support work-life balance
The opportunity to grow with an exciting new eco-tourism business
Starting salary
of $60,000 per annum, plus superannuation
The opportunity for career progression and salary growth as the business grows and your responsibilities develop.
A supportive, fun, small-team environment
The chance to work in one of Australia's most spectacular rainforest settings
If you're passionate about the outdoors, enjoy practical work and would like to be part of building a unique eco-tourism experience from the beginning, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Grounds Person - Full Time (Queensland)
🏢 Cairns Rainforest Estate
📍 Queensland