Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Leading Hand Grounds & Gardens
Supervise grounds and garden maintenance teams at RAAF Base Richmond.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Successful applicants will help maintain the estate’s grounds and gardens, ensuring high‑quality outcomes for Downer’s defence clients. The role offers a broad scope of responsibility and the chance to work within a supportive, values‑driven environment. • Supervise grounds and garden maintenance teams, overseeing inspections, maintenance, and upkeep. • Ensure work aligns with Gardens and Grounds requirements using delivery and inspection plans. • Access training and development programs to diversify career paths. • Utilize the Employee Assistance Program for personal and family support.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸grounds supervision
- ▸garden maintenance
- ▸inspections
- ▸delivery plans
- ▸training access
- ▸client delivery
What You Bring
• Hold Certificate III/IV in Horticulture or Diploma in Landscape Management (desirable). • Demonstrate grounds maintenance experience and horticulture expertise. • Obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship required) and hold a current driver’s licence.
Requirements
- ▸certificate iii
- ▸certificate iv
- ▸diploma
- ▸landscape management
- ▸horticulture
- ▸defence clearance
Benefits
Downer promotes a high‑performance culture that values diversity, offering training, development and clear pathways for internal progression. Employees enjoy Perks@Downer discounts, an Employee Assistance Program, and flexible work arrangements as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer. The organisation actively seeks applications from under‑represented groups and provides recruitment support or adjustments when needed. • Benefit from internal promotion opportunities, with 30% of vacancies filled internally. • Receive Perks@Downer discounts on healthcare, retail, and car purchases.
Work Environment
Onsite