Gardener / Grounds & Maintenance Officer | Page, ACT

Put your gardening skills to work in a community setting A well-kept garden can make someone’s day. At Levande’s Ridgecrest Village, you’ll care for the lawns, gardens and landscaped spaces that residents enjoy around their homes. Gardening and grounds maintenance will make up most of your work, with general maintenance and minor repairs adding variety.

You’ll have the satisfaction of seeing spaces thrive through your care, while getting to know the people who enjoy them. What your day could involve Working with the Village Manager, you’ll organise regular upkeep alongside resident requests and seasonal gardening needs. Maintain lawns and garden beds through planting, pruning, watering and mulching.

Monitor plant health and identify ways to keep outdoor areas looking their best. Complete garden maintenance requests and attend promptly to safety issues. Carry out minor repairs and general upkeep of shared outdoor spaces. Keep paths, patios, barbeque areas and outdoor furniture clean and welcoming. Use and maintain equipment safely, inspect common areas and support bin upkeep.

You’ll also be a familiar face around the village, listening to residents and communicating respectfully about their requests. What you’ll bring You’re someone who notices what needs doing, takes care in your work and can organise your day independently. You’ll need: At least one year of gardening or grounds maintenance experience.

Practical skills in general maintenance and minor repairs. A friendly, customer-focused approach. The ability to safely perform physical tasks, including lifting or moving items up to 15 kilograms. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, and availability to work onsite. Retirement living experience would be helpful.

An appropriate driver’s licence and willingness to drive a 12-seater bus, if required, would also be valued. Your experience may come from working as a Gardener, Groundskeeper, Garden Maintenance Worker or Grounds Maintenance Officer.

Benefits

that support you Alongside $35.00 per hour and full-time employment, you’ll have access to: My Day: An additional day of leave each year for something meaningful to you. Fitness Passport and We Shine Savings: Access affordable fitness memberships and savings on shopping, dining, entertainment and accommodation. Learning and development: Resources and Village Operations career pathways to help you build your skills.

24/7 wellbeing support: Access Sonder, your Everyday Wellbeing Companion, for confidential health, safety and wellbeing support for you and your family. Ready to apply? Submit your resume to apply for the opportunity at Ridgecrest Village in Page, ACT. At Levande, our people create communities where older Australians can live well every day.

We know the best communities are built by teams with diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. That's why we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences.