Palm Lake Group

Groundskeeper

Palm Lake Group  •  Hervey Bay, AU (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

Are you passionate about creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces?

Do you have a green thumb and a strong work ethic?

About Us

Established in 1977, Palm Lake Group is a proudly Australian, family-owned company with extensive experience in developing, constructing and managing Lifestyle Resorts, Retirement Villages and Aged Care Facilities in Australia. Our resorts are more than just somewhere to live - they are vibrant communities designed for those seeking a lifestyle filled with comfort, connection, and opportunity. We are committed to providing high-quality homes, exceptional service, and vibrant communities that inspire and excite our residents.

Join us in redefining over-50s living.

Position Details

We're looking for a committed and enthusiastic Groundskeeper to join our Palm Lake Resort Hervey Bay team and help keep our resort grounds in pristine condition.

This is a Full Time role, working 38 hours per week between 6am to 5pm Monday to Friday in a hands-on capacity to maintain our gardens, lawns, and outdoor areas, ensuring they are safe, clean, and visually appealing. Your work will be essential to ensuring the resort grounds are presented to a high standard for our residents and visitors year-round.

Responsibilities

  • Hedge & tree trimming
  • Mowing, edging & whipper snipping
  • Control weeds and pests through the application of herbicides;
  • Raking and blowing leaves, pruning and disposing of dying vegetation;
  • Planting, mulching, and maintaining flowers and shrubs, including watering and maintenance of irrigation systems;
  • Oversee the outdoor presentation of all facilities, including BBQ & pool maintenance
  • Ensure all mechanical equipment and tools are kept in good working order

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for someone who shares our values and belief that respect, passion, community, impact & safety underpins all the work we do.

To excel in this role, you will bring:

  • A "C" class drivers licence;
  • Relevant gardening experience in a similar role;
  • Qualification in Cert III Horticulture or equivalent is advantageous;
  • ACDC chemical licence is advantageous.
  • Ability to use equipment such as push mower, ride on mower, hedge trimmer, whipper snipper and blower
  • Possess the physical ability to undertake the requirements of the role, including bending, lifting and carrying.
  • Initiative & the ability to work with limited supervision.

Why Join Us?

At Palm Lake Resort, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional lifestyle communities and providing our staff with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer our team:

  • Competitive Remuneration
  • Work-Life Balance with flexible working hours.
  • Training & Development - Ongoing on the job training & online training specifically designed to support you in your role
  • 24/7 free access to compassionate, confidential support with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Celebration of milestones with tenure rewards
  • Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
  • The chance to work in a picturesque environment and make a tangible impact on our community.
  • Career Opportunities - Palm Lake Group spans 4 entities, 27 lifestyle resort communities and 7 aged care communities along Australia's east coast, from development & construction to resort management & aged care, the career pathways with Palm Lake Group are truly endless!

How to Apply

This role is available for an immediate start so if this sounds like the role for you, apply now to submit your CV.

Please note that this role is subject to a pre-employment medical check.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Palm Lake Group

About Palm Lake Group

Palm Lake Group boasts an impressive 48 years of expertise and firsthand knowledge in creating exceptional over-50s lifestyle resorts, retirement villages, and state-of-the-art aged care facilities. As a proudly Australian family-owned business, we are committed to crafting communities that are not only friendly and welcoming, but also inspiring and aspirational. Our extensive portfolio of communities throughout Australia has earned us high regard, including multiple industry awards from the Master Builders Association in recent years.

At Palm Lake Group, we oversee every aspect of community creation, starting from the initial design and development all the way through to the construction of our luxurious homes and state-of-the-art facilities.

Our dedicated sales and customer experience teams provide personalised guidance and support to ensure a smooth transition for our future residents and once settled, our resort teams work tirelessly to deliver the luxury lifestyle we are renowned for.

Currently, we proudly operate 27 resorts and 7 aged care facilities under the Palm Lake Group umbrella. With over 1200 employees spanning across Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria, we are able to provide exceptional service and care to our residents.

In recognition of our commitment to excellence, we have been voted as one of the top 7 family-run businesses in Australia.

As we continue to grow, we are excited to expand with new sites under development in Bargara, Pelican Waters, Yamba, Forster, and Paynesville.

The future of Palm Lake Group is bright, and we look forward to creating even more incredible communities for our residents to enjoy.

Industry
Real Estate & Property
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Southport, AU
Year Founded
1977
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