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Palm Lake Care

Groundskeeper

Palm Lake Care

. Maintain gardens, lawns, and outdoor areas in pristine condition .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeToowoomba • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in horticultural maintenance, including garden and lawn care, pest control, and irrigation system management. Possesses relevant qualifications and licenses to ensure safe and effective operation of gardening equipment.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Relevant Gardening ExperienceCert III HorticultureACDC Chemical LicenceC Class Drivers LicenceEquipment Operation

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Hard Skills
Garden MaintenanceLawn CarePest ControlIrrigation ManagementHedge TrimmingMowingPruningWeed ControlPlantingMulching
Soft Skills
InitiativeAbility to Work IndependentlyPhysical Stamina
Tools & Technologies
Push MowerRide On MowerHedge TrimmerWhipper SnipperBlower
Certifications & Qualifications
C Class Drivers LicenceCert III HorticultureACDC Chemical Licence
Industry Keywords
HorticultureGarden CareLandscape MaintenancePest ManagementIrrigation Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Maintain gardens, lawns, and outdoor areas in pristine condition
  • Trim hedges and trees
  • Mow, edge, and whipper snip
  • Control weeds and pests through herbicide application
  • Rake and blow leaves; prune and dispose of dying vegetation
  • Plant, mulch, and maintain flowers and shrubs
  • Water plants and maintain irrigation systems
  • Oversee 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
  • Help ensure resort grounds are safe, clean, and visually appealing for residents and visitors

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 & online training specifically designed to support you in your role
  • 24/7 free access to compassionate, confidential support with our 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 entities, lifestyle resort communities and aged care communities