Job no:
******
Work type:
Permanent
Location:
South Brisbane
Categories:
Trades and Services
About the role
Mater Hospital's Engineering & Maintenance
Department currently has an opportunity for a
Gardener/Landscaper
to join the team in a
permanent full-time position
.
The purpose of this role is to maintain the gardens and grounds of Mater in a safe, tidy and well-presented condition ensuring all work is performed in a timely, cost-effective manner to prescribed quality standards and to meet customer needs.
Salary range: $***** - $***** per hour
plus superannuation
and
access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900
+
access to many staff benefits!
What you'll be doing
Key duties will include:
Participate in the planned activities to ensure the presentation of the hospital grounds, gardens, paths and roadways are maintained to a high standard in an efficient manner. This is done through participation in a well-trained and motivated work team.
Involvement in planning for and development of improvements to the hospital grounds and gardens.
Preparation of seasonal maintenance and renovation programs relating to the grounds and gardens.
Day to day delivery of the Mater grounds and gardens maintenance programs.
Maintaining a motivated, innovative and safe culture within the Gardeners work team.
Complete job sheets daily providing accurate details of work performed and any feedback required.
To efficiently and effectively undertake grounds and gardens maintenance works as programmed.
Participate in the management of all plant,



equipment and tools allocated to the work group ensuring routine maintenance is carried out to provide safe and efficient operation.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess the following:
TAFE (or equivalent) qualifications in Horticulture or similar fields
An understanding of Occupational, Health, Safety and Welfare Legislation and Regulations pertaining to gardening
Demonstrated experience in operating light vehicles and machinery
Hold a current "C" Class Motor Driver's Licence
Hold a current Blue Card (or ability to obtain one)
Commercial operator's licence for ground distribution of herbicides
Well-developed time management and organisation skills
Sound verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated experience in a team environment
Materis Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We're leaders inhealthcare,education, fundraising & philanthropyandresearch— and it's our people who make the difference.
We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
Increase your take-home pay
with generous salary packaging options,



including meal and entertainment benefits
Grow your career
with access to industry-leading training and career development through Mater Education
Wellbeing support
through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
Access a range of health and wellbeing services
with a corporate discount on private health insurance
Exclusive discounts
across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
Stay active
with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
Convenient, discounted on-site parking
Enjoy great food
with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater.
#MakeYourMaterMove
Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our versatile and remote working policies.
Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.
For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit ourReconciliation webpage.
Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.
Advertised:
11 Aug **** E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:
25 Aug **** E. Australia Standard Time
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📌 Gardener / Landscaper (Queensland)
🏢 Mater Group
📍 Queensland