Groundskeeper

Palm Lake Care

. Maintain gardens, lawns, and outdoor areas to ensure they are safe, clean, and visually appealing .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeBanora Point • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in horticultural maintenance, including garden and lawn care, irrigation system management, and pest control. Proficient in operating various landscaping equipment while ensuring safety and aesthetic standards are met.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Relevant Gardening ExperienceCert III HorticultureACDC Chemical LicenceEquipment OperationPhysical Ability

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Hard Skills

Hedge TrimmingTree TrimmingMowingEdgingWhipper SnippingWeed ControlPest ControlIrrigation MaintenancePlantingPruning

Soft Skills

InitiativeAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Push MowerRide On MowerHedge TrimmerWhipper SnipperBlower

Certifications & Qualifications

C Class Drivers LicenceCert III HorticultureACDC Chemical Licence

Industry Keywords

HorticultureGarden MaintenanceLawn CarePest ControlIrrigation Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain gardens, lawns, and outdoor areas to ensure they are safe, clean, and visually appealing
Perform hedge and tree trimming
Complete mowing, edging, and whipper snipping
Control weeds and pests through herbicide application
Rake and blow leaves; prune and dispose of dying vegetation
Plant, mulch, water, and maintain flowers and shrubs
Maintain irrigation systems
Oversee the outdoor presentation of facilities, including BBQ and pool maintenance
Keep mechanical equipment and tools in good working order
Work 38 hours per week between 6am and 6pm, Monday to Friday, in a hands-on capacity

Requirements

What you’ll need

A "C" class drivers licence
Relevant gardening experience in a similar role
Qualification in Cert III Horticulture or equivalent is advantageous
ACDC chemical licence is advantageous
Ability to use equipment such as push mower, ride on mower, hedge trimmer, whipper snipper and blower
Physical ability to undertake the requirements of the role, including bending, lifting and carrying
Initiative and ability to work with limited supervision
Role is subject to a pre-employment medical check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Remuneration
Work-Life Balance with flexible working hours
Ongoing on-the-job training and online training specifically designed to support you in your role
24/7 free access to compassionate, confidential support with the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Celebration of milestones with tenure rewards
Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
The chance to work in a picturesque environment and make a tangible impact on our community
Career pathways across Palm Lake Group’s 4 entities, 27 lifestyle resort communities and 7 aged care communities