Caulfield Grammar School is an internationally recognised, independent, co‐educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3700 students across 4 campuses and our Ascend Programs in Yarra Junction and Kakadu, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programs enabling quality learning everyday, in every experience, for every learner, for life.
The Role
The Gardener will oversee and maintain high‐quality garden spaces across our Wheelers Hill Campus, adding a touch of horticultural knowledge and contributing to the ongoing enhancement of landscaped environments. This includes managing plant health, garden presentation, and overall landscape aesthetics in line with established horticultural best practices. The role also collaborates with the maintenance team, supporting general site tasks such as setting up events, moving equipment, furniture, and deliveries. This is an ongoing full‐time opportunity primarily based at our Wheelers Hill Campus.
Key Duties
* Carry out all routine gardening related works of designated areas, along with new gardening projects that may arise.
* General lawn, path and roadway maintenance, mowing, edge trimming, backpack blowing and pick‐up of rubbish.
* Ensure that all work delegated is carried out in a timely and professional manner and that the areas under your control are presented and maintained to the highest possible standard.
* Practice sustainable gardening techniques and principles.
* Routine gardening maintenance, i.e. weeding, pruning, watering, fertilising, mulching etc.
* Carry out pest control and use safe herbicide management as directed by Campus Facilities and Maintenance Manager.
* Model and live the Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours.
Skills and Experience
* Gardening experience and horticultural qualifications desirable.
* Adherence to OH&S compliance and management.
* Time management.
* Any relevant machinery, equipment or working with heights licences desirable.
* Hold or be willing to obtain an Employment Working With Children Check.
Why Caulfield Grammar School
Our culture is defined by five values: Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Creativity, Thriving Together, Embracing Diversity, and Living Wholeheartedly. These values guide the way we work together with passion and authenticity based on our guiding principle of a Mind for Life.
Our Benefits
* Competitive base and 13% superannuation.
* Continuous professional development opportunities.
* Access to outstanding facilities and resources with free on‐site parking.
* Health & Well‐being activities throughout the year.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
How to Apply
Please submit your application by clicking on the APPLY button to be directed to our website. Applications will be reviewed and screened upon submission.
Enquiries: Employment@caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au
Caulfield Grammar School is committed to ensuring the safety and well‐being of our School community. All employees, direct/indirect contact volunteers, third‐party contractors and external education providers are required to comply with our Child and Youth Safe Policy and our Child and Youth Safe Code of Conduct.
Applicants will be required to undergo background checks as per the Schools Security Vetting Policy and guidelines.
Attachments
* Gardener_PD.pdf
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