Seeking an experienced groundworker with Horticultural experience for a role close to 10 mins from Perth CBD.
Your recent company
Our state government client is responsible for the sustainable management of multiple sites in Perth. We are seeking a ground worker to work at a large site close to Perth CBD. You will be responsible for undertaking general landscaping and maintenance of the garden, lawn, and ground areas across multiple sites.
Your new role
Grounds Maintenance
- Carry out and maintain general maintenance and the landscaping of garden/lawn areas and grounds such as:
- raking, edging, mowing, weeding, sweeping, mulching, pruning, deadheading and overall maintenance of rose gardens, shrubs and surrounding monuments/headstones.
- perform planting duties as required.
- Handling of and applying general chemicals and soil conditioners.
- Operate and maintain horticultural equipment, reporting any faults as required.
- Participate as required in the development and implementation of appropriate work team plans.
- Report and assist in the timely resolution of grounds maintenance complaints and enquiries, ensuring actions and outcomes are reported to the Team Leader or Site
Manager.
General
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers and colleagues to
achieve team and Division operational objectives.
- Clean all plant, tools and equipment used in the preparation of graves, and report any maintenance requirements.
- Load and transport vehicles, ensuring vehicles are driven in a safe and appropriate manner on site.
- Assist the operational teams with other operational activities as required.
- Ensure all work is performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, and relevant standards.
- Other duties as directed according to organisational needs.
What you'll need to succeed
1. Demonstrated experience in performing physical work using appropriate tools, equipment, and correct manual handling techniques.
2. Knowledge of machinery operation and maintenance, with the ability to plan tasks and apply sound work practices.
3. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds.
4. Basic level of computer literacy, including Microsoft Word and Internet use.
Desirable
White Card
Current First Aid Certificate
MR Driving licence
Experience in cemetery practices and procedures.
Experience operating medium rigid vehicles and horticultural equipment.
Certificate III in Horticulture or other relevant qualification, or other relevant qualification or relevant experience
Current and valid Western Australian driving licence, or equivalent.
A satisfactory National Police Clearance check.
Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment medical
What you'll get in return
The role is being offered on an initial temporary contract for an immediate start. You will also be offered:
- 37.5 hours – Monday to Friday
- $42.48 per hour + super
- Weekly pay structure
- Convenient location to train and bus stations
- Free on-site parking
What you need to do now
If you think this role is for you, click 'apply now.' For more information or to find out about other suitable opportunities, contact Gemma Holden on 08 9265 9160 or email
[email protected]
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📌 Groundworker (Perth)
🏢 Hays
📍 Perth