Grounds Assistant | DIDO/ FIFO | 2:1 | Jabiru

Job Description

Are you ready to get your hands dirty and join our team of efficient grounds crew?  

Why Join Sodexo?

Sodexo is a people business, employing over 400,000 people worldwide and thousands in Australia. Our team play a key role in keeping our sites functioning and well-maintained for village residents' safety, comfort, and well-being. Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. Here’s what’s on offer:  

• Access to fantastic Village facilities and lifestyle options including gyms, fitness classes, pools, tennis courts, and social activities (dependent on Village)
• We offer a competitive salary, many training, upskilling and development opportunities and an outstanding benefits and recognition program!
• Great teamwork and a solid group of people around you!
• Indigenous mentors available to support your journey and strengthen your connection to community. (Indigenous roles only)

What’s the role?

Opportunity for team orientated groundskeeper, with a can-do attitude, and always remain focused on safety and service delivery. Ideally, you will have prior experience. However, we are willing to provide training for the right person.

This is a Casual role with the potential to become a Full time and would be well suited to either an experienced applicant who demonstrates competencies in a similar part; or someone interested in pursuing a career in Grounds Maintenance; the role could suit a recent school leaver with a P Plate license and an interest in outdoor labor.

Duties will include

• Maintaining property fields, pathways, hedges and trees
• Operating a ride on mower and other equipment, pruning and shaping trees, fixing fences, clearing roads and paths
• Reporting maintenance requirements.

In addition, you will have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years of experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping
• Proficiency in operating landscaping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers
• Knowledge of basic gardening and horticulture techniques
• Experience with irrigation system maintenance and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with lawn care techniques and safe handling of chemicals and fertilizers
• Basic equipment maintenance and repair skills
• Valid driver's license
• Pesticide application certification (preferred

How to apply?

Ready to start your next adventure? Submit your resume outlining your experience and availability. If shortlisted, one of our recruiters will contact you for a phone interview to answer your questions and share more about the role.

Apply now and join Sodexo — Where your trade makes a real impact.