About ECH
At ECH, we take pride in our work, teamwork, and the positive impact we make on people's lives. We believe our people drive our success, and how we work together is just as important as what we achieve. By embracing technology and flexible working, we create a better balance between work and life.
We're always looking for ways to improve the lives of older South Australians. To do this, we invest in our people. Everyone has the chance to grow, learn, and advance their career at ECH. We also value and celebrate diversity, recognising the strength it brings through different ideas, experiences, and perspectives.
About the Opportunity
This hands-on position involves performing a wide range of gardening and grounds maintenance tasks across ECH facilities, including landscaping, garden care, irrigation, pruning and planting.
The work includes technical works such as installing paving and setting up or repairing irrigation systems, to keep outdoor spaces functional and attractive.
Beyond the physical work, this role requires planning and communication skills. You'll work with managers to develop maintenance schedules, respond professionally to residents' concerns about their outdoor spaces, and assist with monthly reports that track completed work.
About You
The ideal Grounds Services Officer works well both on their own and with others, including team members, residents and managers.
You'll have hands on experience within gardening, landscaping or grounds work. Qualifications in Horticulture, Landscaping Construction or Irrigation would be an advantage.
While your gardening skills are important, you must also communicate well with older clients, showing respect and understanding their specific needs. Your goal is to create outdoor spaces that residents will enjoy and that make their lives better.
Essential Criteria
* National Police check
* Driver's licence
* First Aid, CPR and Manual Handling
Desirable
* Trade qualification in Horticulture, Landscaping Construction or Irrigation
* 5+ years' gardening or grounds maintenance experience
Some Perks for You
As part of a not-for-profit organisation, you will be able to salary package up to $18,549 per year to reduce your tax.
Be MORE at ECH We're passionate about supporting our people as much as our clients and residents. Enjoy wellbeing programs, an environment that creates meaningful connections and opportunities to grow your skills and career all topped off with competitive benefits. Ready to be part of something special? Join us and help older South Australians get MORE out of Life
A monthly RDO can be discussed, in line with current service delivery requirements.
Applications close: Sunday 28th September
We will be reviewing applications as they come in and will move quickly to secure the right candidate. Should you be interested in a confidential discussion, you can connect in with Mellisa Bennetts, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner on or
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply, including those living with a disability, from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds, part of the LGBTI community, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. If you require reasonable adjustments or would like to share your pronouns at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know.