Groundskeeper and Gardener with landscaping experience
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The Mike Carney Group is a long-established, locally owned business with operations across Townsville, Ingham, and Charters Towers.
We pride ourselves on maintaining qualified and well-presented facilities that reflect our strong commitment to quality and community.
We are currently seeking a reliable and experienced Gardener & Landscaping professional to join our team.
This role will support the presentation and upkeep of grounds across multiple dealership and business sites within the group.
About the Role
As the Gardener & Landscaping team member, you'll be responsible for maintaining the overall appearance of lawns, gardens, and outdoor areas across our sites.
The role includes travel between locations and may require flexible scheduling depending on weather and site priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and present gardens, lawns, and outdoor areas to a high standard
Mow, edge, weed, prune, fertilise and mulch as required
Assist with landscaping and garden improvement projects
Maintain irrigation systems and garden equipment
Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of outdoor spaces (e.g., pathways, signage, outdoor furniture)
Ensure safe work practices and compliance with company WHS standards
Travel between sites as required to complete scheduled maintenance
Skills & Experience
Previous experience in gardening, landscaping, or grounds maintenance
Minimum 1-2 years of experience in gardening, landscaping, or grounds maintenance
Good knowledge of plant care, lawn maintenance and weed control
Ability to operate and maintain gardening tools and machinery
Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
Physically fit and able to work outdoors in varying conditions
Current Driver's Licence (essential)
Experience in produce gardens and horticulture
Valid Car licence (C class) is required
White Card and/or horticultural qualification (desirable)
Must be an Australian permanent resident with legal work rights
What We Offer
Full-time, secure employment with a respected local company
Variety of work across multiple sites
Supportive team environment
Company vehicle or travel allowance provided for site work
Opportunity to take pride in keeping our sites looking their best
Adhere to the Mike Carney Group Values:
· Respect for People
· Community Engagement
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 grounds keeper?
Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
Have you completed a qualification in horticulture?
Which of the following machinery competency cards do you have?
What's your expected annual base salary?
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