Maintain Beautiful Grounds – And Keep the Village Running Smoothly
At Levande, we create vibrant and welcoming retirement living communities where residents feel at home. We are seeking a Grounds & Maintenance Officer to join our team at Ridgecrest Village in the ACT.
This is a hands-on, varied role with a strong focus on gardens and outdoor presentation, while also supporting the general maintenance and upkeep of the village.
The Opportunity
You will play a key role in maintaining both the landscaped grounds and the overall functionality of the village, ensuring it remains safe, well-presented and enjoyable for residents and visitors.
While a significant portion of the role is dedicated to gardening and grounds care, you will also assist with day-to-day maintenance tasks across the village.
What You'll Be Doing
Grounds & Gardens (Primary Focus)
Maintain lawns, gardens and landscaped areas to a high standardPlanting, pruning, mulching, watering and general horticultural careMonitor plant health and proactively maintain presentationManage and respond to garden maintenance requests
Maintenance & Village Upkeep
Carry out general maintenance tasks across the village as requiredMaintain outdoor common areas including pathways, patios, BBQ areas and furnitureAssist with minor repairs, cleaning and upkeep of shared facilitiesSupport waste management and bin maintenanceConduct basic inspections of equipment and common areas
General
Operate and maintain tools and equipment safelyFollow WH&S policies and contribute to a safe environmentBuild positive relationships with residents and support a strong community culture
About You
You're someone who enjoys working outdoors but is equally comfortable turning your hand to general maintenance tasks when needed.
We're Looking For
Experience in gardening, landscaping or grounds maintenance (minimum 1 year preferred)Practical, hands-on maintenance skills (minor repairs, general upkeep)Ability to work independently and manage competing prioritiesGood physical fitness and ability to undertake manual tasksA proactive approach and strong attention to detailFriendly, approachable manner with a customer service mindset
Nice To Have
Experience in retirement living, facilities, councils or similar environmentsDriver's licence
Why Join Levande?
Competitive hourly rate of $35.00 per hourBe part of a supportive, community-focused teamVaried role combining outdoor work and maintenanceStable, full-time opportunity in a growing organisationMake a visible difference to residents' everyday experience
Apply Now
If you take pride in maintaining high-quality outdoor spaces and enjoy a hands-on maintenance role, we'd love to hear from you.