Grounds Maintenance | DIDO | 5:2 | Weipa local

20 Minutes ago • 1-2 Years • $99,430.27 PA - $99,430.27 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Sodexo is seeking a detail-oriented Grounds Maintenance professional for their Weipa Town, Australia team. The role involves maintaining outdoor spaces, ensuring a safe and attractive environment. Responsibilities include lawn care, planting, operating landscaping equipment, managing irrigation systems, and applying treatments. The position requires adapting to local climate and plant species, contributing to the community's well-being, and working an 11-hour workday on a 5:2 roster.
Must have:
  • Perform regular lawn maintenance, including mowing, edging, and trimming
  • Plant and maintain flowers, shrubs, and trees according to seasonal requirements
  • Operate and maintain various landscaping equipment and tools
  • Implement and maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper watering schedules
  • Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides as needed, following safety guidelines
  • Remove debris, litter, and weeds from landscaped areas
  • Perform basic maintenance and repairs on grounds equipment
  • Assist in the design and implementation of new landscaping projects
  • Monitor and report any safety hazards or maintenance issues
  • Adapt maintenance practices to suit the local climate and plant species of Weipa Town
  • 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
  • Physical ability to perform outdoor work in various weather conditions
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to work efficiently and manage time effectively
  • Reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team
Good to have:
  • Pesticide application certification
  • Familiarity with local plant species and landscaping practices in Weipa Town
Perks:
  • Access to fantastic Village facilities and lifestyle options including gyms, fitness classes, pools, tennis courts, and social activities (dependent on Village)
  • Competitive salary
  • Many training, upskilling and development opportunities
  • Outstanding benefits and recognition program
  • Great teamwork and a solid group of people around you

Job Details

Job Description

  • DIDO | Weipa Local
  • 5:2 Roster
  • Join Sodexo as a Grounds Utility — use your hands-on skills to maintain site grounds

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!

What’s the role?

We are seeking a detail-oriented and efficient Grounds Maintenance professional to join our team in Weipa Town, Australia. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the appearance of our outdoor spaces, ensuring a safe and attractive environment for our community.

  • Perform regular lawn maintenance, including mowing, edging, and trimming
  • Plant and maintain flowers, shrubs, and trees according to seasonal requirements
  • Operate and maintain various landscaping equipment and tools
  • Implement and maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper watering schedules
  • Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides as needed, following safety guidelines
  • Remove debris, litter, and weeds from landscaped areas
  • Perform basic maintenance and repairs on grounds equipment
  • Assist in the design and implementation of new landscaping projects
  • Monitor and report any safety hazards or maintenance issues
  • Adapt maintenance practices to suit the local climate and plant species of Weipa Town

Qualifications:

  • 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)
  • Physical ability to perform outdoor work in various weather conditions
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to work efficiently and manage time effectively
  • Reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team
  • Familiarity with local plant species and landscaping practices in Weipa Town (preferred)

Working on the mines can be incredibly rewarding, but it’s not for everyone—our casual FIFO roles require flexibility, reliability, and a willingness to work across a variety of roles and duties throughout Queensland. Candidates must be local to where the job is being advertised or willing to relocate at their own expense and should be prepared for 11-hour workdays on a 2:1 roster (two weeks on-site, one week at home). Before applying, please consider what’s expected and whether this lifestyle suits you.

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 — help us create a home away from home for Australia’s remote workforce

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