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A$62,609.00/yr - A$65,251.00/yr
Join our College as a Greenkeeper to maintain lush, vibrant grounds, sporting fields and property. Create a welcoming environment while enhancing campus sustainability
The Greenkeeper maintains and enhances outdoor areas, ensuring sports fields, gardens, and landscapes remain healthy, safe, and visually appealing. The role involves turf management, irrigation, pest control, and seasonal upkeep to create a welcoming and sustainable environment for students, parents, and the community.
Maintain College sporting fields and grounds by mowing, aerating, coring, weeding and spraying turf
Operate and maintain equipment such as mowers, aerators, cultivators, corers, sprayers, tractors, and attachments
Maintain and repair irrigation and drainage systems
Assist with general grounds and maintenance tasks as required
Foster strong relationships with the College community and external stakeholders
Proactively manage a risk-averse operation and foster a positive culture
Competitive Remuneration – be rewarded with competitive pay and entitlements
Fantastic Perks – enjoy onsite gym, barista, catering services and parking access
Community Culture – joina learning culture enriched by values of respect and integrity
Modern equipment and tools to ensure efficient, professional maintenance of our grounds
ABOUT US
Somerset College is one of Australia's leading co-educational independent schools, educating over 1,700 students from Pre-Prep to Year 12. Nestled in the heart of the Gold Coast on a stunning 22-hectare campus in Mudgeeraba, we are proud of our global outlook, academic excellence, and commitment to student success.
Strong experience and knowledge in turf management
Technical expertise in a wide range of plant and equipment associated with sports field management
Demonstrated attention to detail and organisational skills
Dedication to integrity, reliability, sound judgement, service and risk adversity
Qualifications in Horticulture – Sports Turf Management or a relevant equivalent
Certification and licences in workplace health and safety, well regarded
Working with Children blue card
Physical fitness to work across a vibrant campus and perform manual handing tasks
Join our College as a Greenkeeper and take pride in shaping a vibrant, well-maintained campus. With quality equipment and a commitment to sustainability, you'll create welcoming outdoor spaces that enhance student life and learning. Be part of a team that values excellence in groundskeeping
APPLY NOW
To apply, please submit via SEEK:
Your resume (max. 5 pages), including 3 professional referees and your Working with Blue Card number
A cover letter (max. 3 pages) outlining your interest in the role and what you bring to the position
APPLICATIONS will be considered as they are received, so don't wait—apply today
Learn more about Somerset College and find a position description at Greenkeeper
Enquiries: employment@somerset.qld.edu.au (All applications are to be submitted via SEEK please)
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Quality Assurance
* Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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