Gardener/ Groundsman

Be part of a warm community and friendly colleagues that sets the foundation to a rewarding career.

About Us

With over 75 villages and more than 17,000 residents nationally, Keyton is Australia’s leading owner and operator of retirement living communities. Leveraging over 30 years of experience, our teams work across the country in a variety of departments and business units, all share a common goal: We Lead with Heart, and we are committed to creating caring and fun-filled retirement communities. 

Our purpose is to create places where communities thrive – not only for our residents, but importantly, for our employees also. We do this by creating safe, secure and connected independent living communities where residents can enjoy active and social lifestyles, close to essential services and amenities.   

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An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Gardener/Groundsman to join our team at Buderim Meadows. This is a permanent part-time role, working 25 hours a week. The workdays are Monday to Friday and the shifts run from 8am to 1pm.

Buderim Meadows is a contemporary village situated within walking distance to retail shops and a quick drive to Maroochydore’s Sunshine Plaza. Joining the team promises a fulfilling experience, allowing you to enjoy the satisfaction of assisting our friendly residents and work within a supportive team environment.

The Gardener/Groundsman will be required to deliver garden and property maintenance, ensuring the village is properly kept for the enjoyment of the residents.

Working under the guidance of the Village Manager, you will execute all gardening activities such as:

• Maintenance of common garden areas, general pool maintenance, weeding, pruning, picking up leaves/rubbish, green waste management, and tools/equipment maintenance.

As you will be working alongside our residents, a customer-service focus is essential, along with a genuine interest in assisting the elderly.

Who You Are

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Demonstrated competence as a Gardener – weeding, pruning, planting
• Experience in General Maintenance works
• Understanding of machinery use and tools required for the job
• High organisation skills and the ability to effectively manage and prioritise multiple tasks whilst working independently
• Knowledge of Environment, Health and Safety legislation
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence
• Level 2 First Aid Certificate (or be willing to obtain one).
• A genuine interest in assisting the elderly

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate with opportunities for continuing development
• A supportive and friendly work environment.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of our residents.
• 4x Wellbeing Days (one per quarter). That’s almost an additional week off in addition to your annual leave!
• Fitness Passport for you and your family.

 Ready to Join the Fun?

If you’re passionate about leading a vibrant and caring community for retirees, we’d love to hear from you! 

Apply now and be a part of something truly special.

Please note: You will need to complete a Police Check & will be required to receive an annual flu vaccination between the months of April-October, with evidence prior to joining. For selected roles more physical in nature, pre-employment medical assessments may also be required prior to any employment offers being made.