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Gardener - Ernest Henry FIFO Cairns / Townsville (2385)

30/10/2024
26/11/2024
Permanent - Full Time
Cloncurry
Maintenance
  • Full time position available
  • Fly in Fly Out - Townsville or Cairns
  • Roster: 8/6 | 600 - 1800

Being a Gardener in the FIFO industry is different to the normal hospitality lane. (Great news if you’re looking for a fresh start). It still requires a passion for creating and upkeep of maintenance and yard servicing, but the emphasis is on ensuring that all maintenance and yard needs are upkeep. Getting a start in the industry opens doors to develop greater skills and experience. 

Employee Benefits Program Includes: 

  • Corporate Health Fund Rates 
  • Travel Club Getaways 
  • Discounted Car Hire 
  • Discounted Gift Cards 
  • JB HiFi Corporate Discounts 
  • Access to EAP services with Acacia Connection

Job Description

The daily routine of a Gardener at Cater Care encompasses a variety of tasks, including:

  • Maintain and enhance site grounds and garden
  • Turf management, tree and shrub maintenance, mowing, weed control and watering the grounds
  • Maintain camp facilities in a serviceable and presentable condition, which will include all minor repairs
  • Maintain yards at the site in a presentable level as required in contractual requirements
  • Refer to site job routines for daily duties
  • Safety Health and Environment
  • Working as key members in our remote maintenance teams
  • Provide proactive maintenance to structures and services as required
  • Industrial cleaning where required
  • Operate and maintain equipment and machinery

Desired Skills and Experience

Our ideal candidate, will require the following:  

  • A collaborative individual skilled (12months +) in managing multiple tasks in high-pressure settings  
  • Capable of enduring extended shifts (11.5 hours) in a dynamic work environment  
  • Experience in general maintenance or a background in trades or labor is preferred  
  • Familiarity with chemical handling is advantageous  
  • Capability to function effectively both independently and collaboratively with team members  
  • A dedication to providing authentic and friendly customer service  
  • A driven, enthusiastic, and positive attitude with a 'can-do' spirit  
  • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment, occasionally for extended durations  
  • A strong sense of personal appearance and hygiene  
  • A top-notch safety-oriented mindset  
  • Possession of a forklift certification is preferred  
  • Mandatory Requirement - Manual Drivers License
  • Mandatory Requirement - Cert III Horticulture
  • National Police Clearance obtained within the last 6 months

To apply: If you are seeking a professional career and great working conditions, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking the "Apply for this job" tab or via our website www.catercare.com.au.

Note: Successful applicants will need to have or be willing to obtain a police clearance and undertake a pre-employment medical assessment.

** Only Successful Applicants - will be contacted **