The Role An opportunity has become available for a Gardener (Maintenance) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12,000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will Develop and implement a landscape maintenance program Establish and maintain lawns, gardens, grounds, buildings, and equipment around our facilities Operate machinery and equipment Ensure safe storage and handling of chemicals Implement soil improvements for gardens and turfed areas Control plant pests, diseases and weeds Perform specialist pruning of trees and plants Maintain grounds and courtyard areas in a tidy state including the removal of relevant waste About you To be successful in this position you will require: Required to possess a recognised Australian trade certificate 3 qualification in Horticulture or equivalent Possess an Agricultural Chemicals Distribution Control (ACDC) Licence for the use of chemicals Driver Licence Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost) Benefits Flexible work options Targeted training allowance for Cert 3 holders Salary Packaging Modern Facilities Diverse Work Culture Research Opportunities 12.75% super 17.5% leave loading Salary Permanent full time Base salary ranging from $67,462 - $70,712 per annum About Us Maintenance Services is responsible for statutory, preventative and reactive maintenance across the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.
Maintenance Services includes but is not limited to electrical work, fire systems, water cooling, plumbing, heating ventilation and air conditioning, bed maintenance, backup power and garden maintenance.
About Gold Coast Health Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong How to Apply Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 26 September 2024.
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment.
Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC591432 Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
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