The Role
Ventia are currently looking to engage a Groundsperson Leading Hand to join our Defence Contract. This position will see you working at Irwin Barracks in Karrakatta WA, within a well-established maintenance team. In this role you will be responsible for the upkeep of a diverse range of built and natural park assets which include streetscapes, training grounds, verges and recreational grounds.
This position is a full-time permanent role, working Monday to Friday, 06:00am – 02:30pm (with overtime opportunities) and a 12:00pm finish on Fridays. A company vehicle will also be provided for all work-related travel.
To be considered for this position, you must be an Australian Citizen and willing to undergo a police check.
Benefits:
- Monday to Friday position with an early finish each Friday
- Company car provided for work related travel requirements
- Ventia offers you a flexible, supportive and inclusive work environment where you matter
- This role comes with the added security of being offered as a permanent position
Key duties, but not limited to:
- Provide effective and efficient delivery of the land management services
- Supervise and assist the Grounds Maintenance Team and relevant subcontractors as needed
- Complete administration tasks including grounds service inspections, workplace inspections, chemical registers, and relevant reporting
- Induct and train new team members
- Ensure effective communication within the team, including the daily toolbox meetings
Requirements:
- Current Driver’s Licence – HR highly regarded
- Certificate II Horticulture
- Chainsaw Ticket – Level 1 or 2
- Agvet Chemical Users Course or similar
- Able to Pass a Pre-employment medical including a Drug and Alcohol screen
- Experience in a similar parks& gardens or landscaping role – Highly desirable
About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.
How to apply
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Position Reference Number:168303
