About the role
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for the ongoing maintenance and presentation of gardens, lawns and outdoor areas across the facility. You will play an important role in ensuring our gardens and grounds are maintained to the highest standard, contributing to the wellbeing, enjoyment and quality of life of our residents.
Key responsibilities
Maintain gardens, lawns, hedges, trees and landscaped areas
Plant, prune, weed and mulch garden beds
Operate and maintain gardening equipment safely
Mow, edge and maintain lawns and pathways
Monitor irrigation systems and watering schedules
Remove garden waste and keep outdoor areas tidy
Identify and report maintenance and safety issues
Ensure outdoor areas remain safe, accessible and aesthetically pleasing
Support infection prevention and workplace health and safety requirements
About you
Previous experience in gardening, horticulture, grounds maintenance or a similar role
Knowledge of plant care, pruning techniques and garden maintenance
Ability to operate gardening equipment safely and effectively
Strong work ethic with attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good communication and interpersonal skills
A genuine commitment to providing quality services within an aged care environment
Desirable:



Certificate II or III in Horticulture or related qualification
Desirable: Experience working in aged care, healthcare, education or community settings
Desirable: Knowledge of protected chemical handling and pest management
About us
Christadelphian Aged Care is a respected and trusted not for profit aged care provider that has been serving the community for more than 70 years.We have 4 Homes and 2 Retirement Villages across Sydney and Queensland. We are a values-based organisation whose mission is to uphold the values of kindness, love, patience and gentleness.
Why join us?
As a CAC employee you will be providing highly valued services to the community with a values-based organisation who offers ongoing education and training as well as not for profit salary packaging options including:
salary packaging for several different personal expenses (including rent, mortgage payments and living expenses)
potentially significant tax savings, meaning more money in you pocket each week (subject to eligibility).
Meaningful work that makes a difference in residents' lives
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Uniform provided
Stable employment within an aged care organisation
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📌 Gardener (New South Wales)
🏢 Christadelphian Aged Care
📍 New South Wales