At Trentham Waters Resort, we're creating an experience like no other.
Our Palm Springs-inspired luxury resort is just 15 minutes from Mildura on the Murray River, offering luxury villas and spacious drive-through caravan sites, lagoon pool with splashpark, poolside restaurant dining, and and 80 acres of river frontage and natural bushland.
We're seeking a motivated and hands-on
Groundsperson & Assistant Caretaker
to join our team and help maintain the high standards our guests love and expect. If you enjoy a job with variety and working outdoors, take pride in a job well done, and are can be avaialble for one or two evening shifts, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
Reporting to the
Maintenance Manager
, with day-to-day supervision and support from the
Head of Grounds
, this is a diverse and rewarding role responsible for maintaining our extensive gardens, lawns, outdoor spaces, and resort facilities.
This position is intially a on a casual basis between 25 to 35 hours per week, and will include some weekend work along with some evening carteaker type shifts, as part of a rotating team roster.
Key Responsibilities
Grounds & Landscaping
Mowing and edging lawns and grassed areas
Maintaining gardens, landscaped spaces and natural riverfront areas
Pruning, mulching, planting and general horticultural activities
Weed, pest and vegetation management
Monitoring and maintaining irrigation systems
Maintaining pathways, outdoor furniture and public areas
Ensuring the resort grounds & facilities are presented to a premium standard at all times
Caretaker Duties
Greeting after hours check-ins and showing them to their site or villa
General tidying and clean up of public areas
Locking up and securing various public areas and resort facilities
Ensuring the comfort and safety of all guests by maintaining a visible presence




Assisting with after hours guest requirements including investigating basic maintenance issues
Resort Operations
Operating ride-on mowers, tractors and utility vehicles
Assisting with set-up and pack-down of resort events and activities
Maintaining tools, equipment and work areas
Working safely and following all Workplace Health & Safety requirements
Providing friendly assistance to guests when required
About You
You are someone who takes genuine pride in creating and maintaining beautiful spaces. You notice the little things, enjoy working outdoors, and understand that every task contributes to the overall guest experience.
Preferred Experience
Experience in landscaping, horticulture and/or groundskeeping
Experience operating ride-on equipment and machinery
Working knowledge of irrigation systems and garden maintenance
Strong practical problem-solving skills
Essential Requirements
Current Driver's Licence
White Card
Ability to perform physically active outdoor work
Advantageous
Chainsaw certification
Trade qualifications
Experience in hospitality, tourism, resorts or holiday parks
Chemical handling accreditation
Why Join Trentham Waters Resort?
At Trentham Waters Resort, we live by our Experience Code:
Guests First, Always. Pride in Place. Effortless Excellence. Together, We Shine.
When you join our team, you'll enjoy:
Full time employment with fair and transparent award wages
Weekend penalty and overtime rates where applicable
Staff discounts
Team events and social activities
Career development opportunities for the right candidate
A supportive and collaborative team environment
The opportunity to work at Mildura's most exciting new premium resort
Stunning riverside surroundings featuring extensive gardens, open lawns, native landscapes, boat ramp and mooring pontoons
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📌 Groundsperson & Assistant Caretaker (Mildura)
🏢 Trentham Waters Resort Mildura
📍 Mildura