Job Description:
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the grounds of a school, including sports fields, gardens, and lawns. This role ensures that the outdoor areas are kept in excellent condition, providing a safe and aesthetically pleasing environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Maintenance and enhancement of the grounds and sports fields will involve tasks such as mowing, trimming, watering, and aerating lawns, as well as pruning plants and removing weeds. Maintenance of equipment, assistance with landscaping projects, and ensuring health and safety standards are met are also required.
* Key Responsibilities:
o Providing maintenance and care of the School's grounds, including sports fields, gardens, and lawns.
o Maintaining and enhancing the School's grounds and sports fields by mowing, trimming, watering, and aerating lawns, as well as pruning plants and removing weeds.
o Maintaining equipment, assisting with landscaping projects, and ensuring health and safety standards are met.
* Required Skills and Qualifications:
o A minimum of 4 years' experience in a Greenkeeper or similar role.
o Relevant qualifications in sports turf management, horticulture, or a related field (Certificate II, III, or IV).
o Possession of a Queensland Driver's Licence and current first aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
* Benefits:
o Competitive salary and benefits package.
o Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
o The chance to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
* Physical Fitness and Personal Attributes:
o Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in various weather conditions.
o Strong attention to detail, reliability, and a proactive approach to addressing potential issues.
o Ability to work collaboratively with staff and demonstrate initiative in maintaining the grounds to a high standard.