Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Grounds person - Duntroon
Perform grounds maintenance duties and operate equipment safely at Duntroon Military College.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Deliver work to contract standards • Maintain and safely operate all grounds‑maintenance equipment • Perform mowing, brush cutting, edging, pruning and general gardening • Clear and remove green waste • Conduct weed, pest and disease control
Key Responsibilities
- ▸contract standards
- ▸equipment operation
- ▸mowing
- ▸waste removal
- ▸pest control
What You Bring
We are hiring a permanent Grounds Person for Duntroon Military College, welcoming candidates from any background—whether they have defence experience, industry knowledge, or transferable skills—to join a high‑performing, inclusive team. • Use required personal protective equipment for all tasks • Proven experience in grounds maintenance and equipment operation • Ability to meet the physical demands of the role • Australian citizenship for Defence security clearance • Valid open‑class driver’s licence; medium‑rigid licence preferred • Chainsaw operator licence or certificate preferred • ChemCert and asbestos awareness certificates preferred • Strong work ethic and positive attitude
Requirements
- ▸ppe
- ▸grounds experience
- ▸australian citizenship
- ▸open licence
- ▸chainsaw licence
- ▸chemcert
Benefits
The organization promotes a high‑performance culture and diversity, offering training and development, internal career progression (30% of vacancies filled internally), employee perks, and an Employee Assistance Program while actively seeking applicants from under‑represented groups. • Training and development programmes • Opportunities for internal career progression • Perks such as healthcare discounts and retail/car purchase savings • Employee Assistance Program for personal and family support • Inclusive, diverse workplace culture
Work Environment
Onsite