Full time
Employment term: Permanent Full TimeRemuneration: $28.19-$30 p/hr + 11.5% Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging Benefits + access to staff discountsMake a meaningful difference with BlueCare We're looking for someone who wants to make the world a little better through small moments that leave big impacts.
To build meaningful relationships and make a difference in the lives of others.
An integral part of our big-hearted BlueCare team, as a Gardener, you'll be encouraged to grow, develop and feel empowered to make the everyday easier for the people we care so passionately about.
Let's make a meaningful difference, together.
Your part in the Blue Care TeamBlue Care operate over 35 retirement villages across Queensland, with more than 3,300 residents choosing to make a Blue Care community their home.
Our dynamic retirement living team at Carlyle Gardens Retirement Village in Mackay is looking for an experienced Gardener to be part of their grounds and maintenance team.
Carlyle Gardens sits on 40 acres of land with 282 homes.
This is a rewarding role as you will be part of our retirement living team committed to providing resident-focused services and a 'sense of place' in the village.
Your role will include: Mowing the lawn on a ride-on mowerWhippersnipping, edging and hedgingGeneral and minor maintenance across the siteWhat makes a difference for us?Experience in general building, plant and equipment maintenanceKnowledge of herbicides, pesticides and safe work practicesRelevant Trade Qualifications or Certificate in Facilities, Building or ConstructionWhat makes a difference for you?Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balanceSave tax and increase your take-home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annumA recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programsA positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months of service, in addition to the government schemeDiversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural eventsCareer development opportunities with one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful differenceBlue Care is proudly part of the UnitingCare Family, we'd love you to be too. Joining the state's largest network of aged care workers with its over 8,000 strong, bright team in blue, you'll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family.
Our team are compassionate, inclusive and committed to the work we do, helping people live life in all its fullness.
Start making a difference todayOur application process takes less than 15 minutes – Click the 'APPLY' button to be taken to our online application process and upload your resume and cover letter.
Our team are available to answer any questions you may have.
Diversity & InclusionOur approach is simple – everybody is welcome here.
At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of who we are, our mission and our values.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity.
We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person.
We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support.
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