Overview
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this role is about more than maintaining grounds and gardens. It is an prospect to connect with residents through Lifeview’s Planting with a Purpose and Re-Cycle programs. Lifeview is a Victorian-based residential aged care provider operating four homes with 284 beds in the south-eastern suburbs. We pride ourselves on quality of life with award-winning lifestyle programs, innovation, inclusivity, and Rainbow Tick accreditation. Lifeview has developments in the pipeline, including Lifeview Marigold, a LGBTQI+ and friends home in Prahran, featuring innovative technologies and designs focused on resident wellness and outcomes. Our four L.I.F.E. Principles – Laugh, Integrity, Focus and Engage – guide our culture and activities within a warm, caring environment.
About you:
- Passionate about all things horticulture
- Previous experience in Aged Care, Hospitals or Schools
- You take pride in your job and love the look of a well-maintained garden
- Ability to manage maintenance schedules and ad hoc projects
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant OH&S;
Requirements:
- Current Police Check suitable for Aged Care
- Current Drivers license and reliable vehicle
- Minimum Cert 3 in Horticulture or similar qualification
- Working at Heights Certificate (desirable, not essential)
- ChemCERT certificate (desirable, not essential)
- Experience in the use of lawn mowers, whipper snippers, edgers and hedging tools
- Irrigation system knowledge
- Initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision
- Flexibility to travel to different Lifeview residences with short notice
Benefits:
- Fuel card and mobile phone
- Friendly, fun team environment
- Reward and recognition program
- A range of staff engagement and wellness programs
- Supportive, collaborative, close-knit team and great working environment
Lifeview is an organisation built on hard work and is proud of its passionate people. If you’d like to work for an organisation that truly values your contribution and would like to know more about our L.I.F.E Principles ( please forward a cover letter and your CV via the apply button.
Please note: only short-listed candidates will be contacted regarding the next phase of the selection process. To those applicants not short listed, we extend our appreciation for considering Lifeview as a potential employer.
Lifeview is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all people into its homes. Lifeview is also LGBTI friendly for residents and staff.
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Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as a gardener?
- Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
- Have you completed a qualification in horticulture?
- Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S;/WHS?
- Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
- Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?
- Do you own or have regular access to a car?
Lifeview is an award-winning aged care provider offering lifestyle choices in a supportive, homely, residential environment. Residents enjoy peace of mind and live well through exceptional care, entertainment and dining experiences.
Our dynamic leadership team, led by Chief Executive Officer, Samantha Jewell, is committed to providing a level of service that’s a world away from the traditional nursing home model.
Our 4 core L.I.F.E Principles: Laugh, Integrity, Focus, Engage – supporting our philosophy and guiding how we manage staff and services, and how we communicate and interact with residents.
Lifeview has homes in Chelsea, Emerald, Cranbourne and Wheelers Hill.
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📌 Gardener
🏢 Lifeview
📍 Melbourne