Qualified Gardener - Eurobodalla

About IRT

IRT is an equal opportunity employer. We find excellence in diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If this role stands out to you but you don’t feel like you ‘’tick all the boxes’’, we strongly encourage you to apply nonetheless. We value diversity across experience.

Founded in 1969, IRT’s mission was to provide better options in housing and care for older people. Now 50 years later, our purpose remains the same.

We improve the lives of more than 9100 people every day in NSW, the ACT and Qld. We’re one of Australia’s largest community-owned providers of independent living, aged care and home care. We’re proud to have more than 40 communities and home care service hubs in NSW, the ACT and Qld.

We are proud of our culture and employ people across a diverse range of occupations, backgrounds and skills, who are passionate and committed to creating a better world for all older Australians.

About the Role

As a Qualified Gardener you’ll deliver a high standard of gardening and services. Reporting to the Facilities Management Coordinator, you will perform garden maintenance and general maintenance at our locations across the Eurobodalla region. 

This role is extremely diverse, with the successful candidate attending to a variety of maintenance activities to support the needs and interests of our residents and clients. 

Your work may include:

• Plant selection and planting
• General plant and lawn care
• Removal of leaves, pruning and weeding
• Application of fertilizers and mulches
• External cleaning such as window and roof cleaning
• Using tools and equipment in a safe manner to complete works
• Undertake general maintenance duties as required

To Be Successful You Will Have

• Relevant qualification in landscaping or horticulture
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A demonstrated knowledge of Work Health and Safety
• A Demonstrated experience in a general maintenance or gardening
• An unrestricted current drivers licence and the ability to travel to other IRT sites as required
• The ability to work flexible hours working a rotating roster and to answer to after hour emergency call outs when required
• A demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
• The ability to use technology such as smart devices and computers

Benefits for You

• Competetive pay and more cash in your pocket (less tax) with not-for-profit salary packaging
• Flexible working conditions
• Birthday leave - relax and take a day off on us!
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Multiple career pathways
• Discounted gym memberships
• Free counselling via Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and staff wellness program

How to Apply

If you feel this is the right role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the “Apply now” button, fill in your details and submit. Once you apply, we’ll be in touch to discuss your application. Or alternatively, please contact IRT Recruitment.

All successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including reference checks, pre-employment functional assessment and a National Criminal History Check.