At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our aged care site looking its best with hands-on maintenance and gardening.
- Company: Join a caring, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting others.
- Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging options, ongoing training, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Must be 18+; we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of residents while working outdoors.
- Qualifications: Experience in gardening and maintenance, plus a passion for teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 28350 - 34650 $ per year.
Are you an all-rounder with general maintenance and gardening skills? If you're hands‐on and reliable we'd love to hear from you!
- Keep buildings, equipment, outdoor areas in top shape
- Tackling tasks with a practical, problem‐solving mindset
- Full time position available
- About The Opportunity
We're looking for a dedicated Grounds and Maintenance Officer to help keep our Residential Aged Care site running smoothly and looking its best.
In this hands‐on role, you'll complete general building maintenance, use equipment like ride on movers and tractors and manage the upkeep of our beautifully landscaped garden areas, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and well‐presented environment for residents, visitors, and staff alike.
- Your Day-to-day Will Involve
- Perform general repairs, preventative maintenance, and organise contractors when needed
- Care for lawns, gardens, paths, and outdoor areas to a high standard
- Carry out routine tasks like rubbish removal, gutter cleaning, watering, pruning, and planting
- Maintain tools and ensure safe handling of equipment and chemicals
- Keep accurate maintenance records, support regulatory compliance, and uphold safety procedures
- Assist with stock control and basic admin such as processing invoices and keeping registers updated
- Work as part of a friendly, multidisciplinary team that values cooperation and respect
About You
- Demonstrated experience in general gardening and maintenance
- Knowledge of Workplace Health & Safety Standards and requirements relevant to grounds and maintenance work
- Knowledge of and experience in gardening and groundskeeping
- Ability to use power garden tools and a ride on mower
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or willingness to obtain
- The Benefits Of Joining The Carinity Team
- Access to extensive not-for-profit salary packaging options
- Be part of a value driven organisation, with a culture of caring for others
- Ongoing training and development to reach your full potential
Carinity actively encourages and invites applications from people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.
Due to the inherent requirements of this role and legislative requirements under the Child Employment Act, applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Grounds and Maintenance Officer in Rockhampton employer: Carinity
Carinity is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering student wellbeing and creating a supportive environment for both staff and students. With a strong commitment to professional development, our team enjoys ongoing training opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. Located in a nurturing atmosphere, we prioritise work-life balance and offer appealing salary packaging options, making Carinity a rewarding place to grow your career while championing the wellbeing of young people.
