LDK Seniors Living vision is for every senior Australian to be treated with Love, Decency & Kindness in their ageing journey. Our core values of Love, Decency & Kindness underpin our culture and guide every aspect of everything we do for our residents and our team members. All LDK villages combine the best part of retirement living and aged care to deliver our unique One Move Promise – our guarantee that once our residents call LDK home, they will never have to move again.
About Amberfield
LDK Seniors Living's newest premium village, Amberfield, is located on Cotter Road in Weston, in Canberra's inner south. It is a short driving distance to Yarralumla, Curtin and Woden town centre. Amberfield will feature 370+ homes, comprising of apartments, sky villas, and villas. LDK's range of community activities will promote well-being and provide an exceptional and fulfilling senior living experience so residents thrive at every stage of life. Residents will enjoy resort-style living, with first-class amenities on-site including restaurants, cafes, bars, a greengrocer, theatre and beauty salon. Along with a wellness centre offering a gym, indoor pool, eco dog park and private health consultation rooms.
About the Role
We're looking for a motivated Groundsperson (Gardener) with an interest in horticulture, gardening and/or landscaping to help ensure that our 5-star premium village is kept at a high standard of presentation for all residents and guests to enjoy. Working alongside the Facilities Manager and Maintenance Assistant, the Groundsperson will take responsibility for all garden spaces within our 5-star, premium built Amberfield village, with a keen eye for detail and care to help these beautiful spaces thrive. If you're looking to grow and explore within a role that can become all your own, where you can gain experience and strength in the horticulture space, we may just have the role for you.
Role Responsibilities




Develop and maintain a long-term plan for the Amberfield village gardens.
Enhance presentation, minimise green waste and damage to property.
Carry out gardening activities with efficiency and effective time management, keeping in mind minimal interference to residents and guests.
Monitor stock levels of consumables and follow process for re-ordering where required.
Comply with all work, health and safety requirements.
Attend to administrative duties associated with tasks to ensure accurate record keeping.
Engage in positive interactions with residents, guests and fellow colleagues.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills
Qualifications in horticulture, gardening and/or landscaping (desirable)
First Aid and CPR Certificate
Demonstrated experience in undertaking gardening duties, preferably in an aged care environment
Experience in planning and managing gardening activities in a timely manner
Our Employee Value Proposition
LDK villages have established a reputation of being 'truly happy places' for residents. We know that this can only be achieved if our team feel connected, respected and valued. When you join LDK, you will be joining a for-purpose, values-led, people-first organisation that empowers and invests in our employees to develop, nurture and grow individual professional capability. You will work in a friendly, open and welcoming environment.
Free on-site parking
Purchased leave options, giving you the flexibility to take extra time off when you need it.
Salary packaging with novated leasing options
Rewards and retail discounts program
Free daily coffee/tea/standard beverage for all staff
Continuous career development and promotion opportunities
Excellent company culture underpinned by Love, Decency and Kindness (LDK)
Beautiful workplace environment at all our villages
On-site cafes and restaurants available to staff
Celebration of cultural events amongst staff and residents
Employee referral bonus and retention bonus
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📌 Groundsperson (Gardener) (Canberra)
🏢 LDK Healthcare
📍 Canberra