Groundskeeper/Landscape Horticulture

Express Employment Professionals – Rookwood NSW

We are seeking an experienced Groundskeeper / Landscaping Horticulture professional to join a dedicated team responsible for maintaining the grounds of a cemetery environment.

About the Role

You will be responsible for maintaining designated grounds and landscaped areas to a high standard, including:

• Regular mowing, gardening, watering and general grounds maintenance


• Fertilising gardens and lawns and applying fertiliser correctly


• Trimming and pruning hedges, plants and trees


• Installing turf and completing appropriate after-care


• Identifying plants, pests and diseases, undertaking routine weed-spraying applications


• Conducting chemical spraying in accordance with training, instructions and safety procedures


• Safely operating and maintaining a wide range of plant, equipment, machinery and hand tools


• Keeping gardens, lawns and surrounding graves clean, and well presented


• Located near Lidcombe area, Temp to Permanent position

About You

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the safe operation and maintenance of plant, equipment, machinery and tools


• Experience with chemical spraying, with relevant training or a willingness to work towards a formal chemical-handling qualification


• The ability to work effectively autonomously and as part of a team


• A current NSW Driver Licence and Own Car


• Working towards, or willingness to attain, a Certificate III in Horticulture or a related field such as Parks and Gardens, Turf Management or Landscaping


• Must be an Australian Citizen or Australian Citizen


• Must be able to Pass a Medical and Police Check