Introduction:
Sterling NT operates across facilities services with over 250 staff based in the NT. We provide services to our clients within government, council, defence, utilities, and private sectors. Our mission is to continue driving the development and sustainability of our regions by bringing the strongest leadership, innovation, and sustainable practices from complementary industries together in a scalable solution.
As one of the largest locally owned employers in the NT, we continue to develop the capability of our local workforce and offer local people an opportunity to develop career pathways across a broad range of roles in the construction and maintenance industries, growing our business through diversity, equality, and fair employment practices.
Job Overview:
Responsible for the provision of ground maintenance services and the safe and efficient operations of mowing machinery to ensure our client's landscaped grounds are maintained as per the site schedule and specifications.
Responsibilities of this Position: Safety, Health and Environment:
Be proactive in identifying hazards, developing safety procedures, and encouraging continuous improvement in relation to HSE. Assist in identifying hazards, advising on safety procedures, and monitoring work practices to ensure adherence to correct procedures and standards for safety and environmental performance. Support the Sterling corporate quality, safety, health, and environmental management systems by:
Reporting to your Manager or QHSE Officer/Manager any situation that could result in harm to a person, the environment, or may adversely affect the services we provide our customers. Reporting any opportunities that could improve the quality of service we provide our customers or reduce the potential for harm to people or the environment. Understanding and supporting the annual QHSE objectives. To immediately pause or make safe any work condition or activity that could result in immediate harm and notify the responsible line manager and the QHSE adviser or Director.
Customer Relationships:
Communicate with internal and external customers on a day-to-day basis to plan work, keep them informed of progress, resolve any issues of concern, and identify variations or additional work.
Operational Performance: Mow lawns using ride-on mowers (front deck & Ztrack). Remove litter from garden beds and driveways. Remove dead branches and leaves. Perform routine maintenance on mowing equipment. Carry out tasks in a manner that causes the least inconvenience to customers, staff, and the general public. Place temporary warning signs when required. Operate equipment and machinery in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and the SNT operating procedures. Report maintenance and repair issues to the area supervisor. Understand and comply with quality, safety, health, and environmental policies. Follow written instructions, verbal direction, and procedures to perform work. People and Teams:
Maintain a high level of communication and cooperative working relationships with all parties.
Other:
Undertake other tasks to support the project or business operations as required. Adhere to the Direction, Competence, Opportunity, and Motivation (D-COM) principles.
Skills and Experiences: Selection Criteria: Essentials:
Class C Driver's Licence (manual). Ability to work under supervision and as a team member. Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols. A satisfactory National Police Security Check Report. Be physically able to perform the duties of the position. Be able to perform manual work for long periods outdoors. Desirable:
Certificate I or equivalent qualification in horticulture. Working with Children Card (or be willing to obtain). #J-18808-Ljbffr
