Groundsperson

In partnership with the Australian Defence Force, we are seeking a Grounds Person to join our team in Learmonth

Join Ventia in Supporting Australia’s Defence Community  

Ventia is a long-standing partner of the Department of Defence, providing integrated Defence infrastructure and asset management support services. 

As part of our Defence Base Services contract, Ventia has proudly delivered essential services across military bases nationwide for a decade. We help create safe, efficient, and supportive environments where Defence personnel live, work, and train. 

What’s on offer   

Full-time employment 
Ventia have been awarded a 6-year Defence Base Services contract with opportunity for further extension 
Ventia is recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice by the Australian Government’s Department of Veterans’ Affairs 
Uniform/PPE supplied. 
Access to a variety of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance and our employee assistance program. 
Access to Ventia’s: amazing discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia, including major retail brands 
 

About the role  

As part of the Land Management team, you will undertake daily operational duties as prescribed by the Grounds Supervisor to deliver the safe, effective and efficient delivery of land and grounds maintenance. You will be based in the remote area of Learmonth working across all our bases.  this role will include but is not limited to:

Propagate, plant, and undertake revegetation across diverse landscapes.
Perform general grounds tasks including debris and rubbish removal, cleaning of outdoor features and hardstand areas, line marking, and managing injured or deceased wildlife.
Mulching, pruning, hedging, turf care, pest control and the application of chemicals and fertilisers.
Operate and maintain equipment in accordance with the Operator’s Manual and scheduled maintenance requirements.
Operation of mowers, tractors, small plant, machinery and both powered & non-powered hand tools.
Work across all bases as agreed with the Supervisor, based on operational needs.
 

About You

Certificate 3 in Horticulture or Certificate 3 in Parks and Gardens (desirable)
Chemical Risk Management Level 3 skill set (willing to obtain)
Operate and maintain Chainsaw ticket (willing to obtain)
2 + years’ experience in a similar working environment. 
Experience with operating and maintaining plant and equipment. 
Experience in manual handling. 
Experience working within an Environmental Management System.  
HR license (desirable)
Skid Steer (desirable).
Ability to work well in a team environment.

Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result of this requirement the applicant must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to undertake and maintain a satisfactory Australian Federal Police Check    

About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
 
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.   

How to apply    
Click the Apply Now button to start the journey to find your further with Ventia.  

Position Reference Number: 168273