Groundsperson

About the Role

This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including providing complex grounds maintenance activities ensuring upkeep of estates to achieve Land Management service line requirements, maintenance and upkeep for site grounds and gardens, identifying and managing risks associated with grounds maintenance, providing input into reporting, and delivering specific and complex grounds/gardens performance. • Perform complex grounds maintenance to meet Land Management service line requirements. • Maintain site grounds and gardens, ensuring proper upkeep. • Identify and manage risks associated with grounds maintenance activities. • Contribute to reporting on grounds maintenance performance. • Deliver specific and complex grounds/gardens performance targets. • Apply horticulture and irrigation system knowledge in daily tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸grounds maintenance
• ▸garden upkeep
• ▸risk management
• ▸performance reporting
• ▸irrigation systems
• ▸performance targets

What You Bring

We’re inviting applications to join our permanent workforce at Holsworthy Barracks as a Groundsperson. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. Commencing February 2026, we’re looking for people from all backgrounds – whether you bring Defence experience, industry knowledge, or transferable skills from other sectors. If you’re passionate about contributing to Defence capability and want to be part of a high‑performing, inclusive team – express your interest today. The ideal candidate has experience with grounds maintenance and knowledge of horticulture and irrigation systems. Desired qualifications include a Certificate III/IV or Diploma in Horticulture, Agricultural Chemical Distribution & Control (AC/DC) and ChemCert certificates, a Medium or Heavy Rigid Truck Licence and Chainsaw Operators Licence or Certificate, and a current open driver’s licence. Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance is required, with Australian citizenship mandatory. A strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to high‑quality outcomes are essential. • Hold relevant certifications (Certificate III/IV or Diploma in Horticulture, AC/DC, ChemCert) as needed. • Possess a medium/heavy rigid truck licence and Chainsaw Operators licence or certificate. • Maintain a current open driver’s licence and obtain Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship required). • Demonstrate strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to high‑quality outcomes.

Requirements

• ▸horticulture cert
• ▸ac/dc
• ▸chemcert
• ▸rigid truck licence
• ▸chainsaw licence
• ▸security clearance

Benefits

Downer’s high‑performance culture emphasizes diversity and inclusion, offering training and development, strong internal promotion rates, and perks such as healthcare discounts, retail and car purchase savings, and an Employee Assistance Program. We celebrate diverse perspectives and welcome applicants of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences, especially those traditionally under‑represented. As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexible work arrangements, inclusive leadership, and equitable access to opportunity. If you need support or adjustments during recruitment, let us know so we can help you put your best foot forward. To apply, follow the link on the Apply Now button and submit your CV and any relevant certificates and licences. • Access training and development programs to grow your career. • Benefit from employee perks including healthcare discounts, retail and car purchase savings, and an Employee Assistance Program. • Work in a diverse, inclusive environment that actively supports under‑represented groups. • Enjoy flexible work arrangements as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer.

Work Environment

Onsite