At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain beautiful grounds at RAAF Base Learmonth with hands-on gardening and landscaping.
- Company: Join Ventia, a trusted partner of Australia's Defence community.
- Benefits: Enjoy full-time hours, superannuation, penalties, and allowances.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in Defence environments while working outdoors.
- Qualifications: Must be an Australian Citizen with a driver licence; gardening experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Join Ventia in Supporting Australia's Defence Community. Ventia is a long-standing partner of the Department of Defence, providing integrated Defence infrastructure and asset management support services. As part of our Defence Base Services contract, Ventia has proudly delivered essential services across military bases nationwide for a decade. We help create safe, efficient, and supportive environments where Defence personnel live, work, and train.
The Role
Skout Solutions, on behalf of Ventia, is seeking a Labourer/Groundsperson. Working from RAAF Base Learmonth, this is initially a casual role with potential for permanency and offering full-time hours. As part of the Grounds Management team, you'll undertake daily operational duties as prescribed by the Grounds Supervisor to deliver the safe, effective and efficient delivery of land and grounds maintenance. This includes the operation of mowers, tractors, small plant, machinery, powered and non-powered hand tools. Other tasks include general gardening and grounds keeping ensuring the gardens and lawns are maintained to a high standard.
Requirements
- You'll need to be an Australian Citizen
- You'll need a current driver licence and reliable transport
- Experience in parks and garden maintenance, including relevant plant and tool operation (highly regarded)
- Sound understanding of grounds maintenance including mowing, pruning, planting, mulching and fertilising
- Ability to acquire and maintain a Defence security pass
- Police check
- You must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result of this requirement you must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to undertake and maintain a satisfactory Australian Federal Police Check.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
Working hours: Full-Time
Benefits: superannuation + penalties + allowances
Groundsperson employer: Skout Solutions Group
Ventia is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Adelaide where Fibre Engineers can thrive alongside seasoned professionals on major infrastructure projects. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and employee growth, Ventia provides opportunities for meaningful contributions and the potential for permanent employment after an initial 6-month assignment. The company values diversity and inclusivity, ensuring a supportive workplace that respects all backgrounds and fosters professional development.
