Gardener/Labourer

A great opportunity has become available with Better Vegetation Management Pty Ltd - Emerald QLD and surrounding areas for a Gardener/Labourer to join our team, with the variety of working across our multiple community, council & mining sites.

As a reputable family business with ambitious growth plans, we're seeking passionate and hardworking individuals to join our team with a "Can do" attitude and a willingness to learn.

We are looking for suitably qualified or experienced staff in the first instance, but strongly encourage keen, hardworking with a willingness to learn candidates apply also.

The key responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Mowing 
• Weed removal and spraying.
• Watering of gardens and lawns
• Green waste clearing and removal.
• Operating commercial powered equipment e.g.: Mowers, Whipper Snipper, Hedge Trimmer, Blower.
• Tree felling & trimming
• Tractor Slashing

To ensure your success in this role, you must have:

• Previous outdoor gardening experience preferred but not required.
• Previous use of gardening equipment (motorised hedge trimmers, whipper snippers, mowers, and herbicide sprays) preferred but not required.
• Physically fit and able to perform strenuous tasks in various weather conditions especially heat.
• A strong work ethic, reliable, punctual, a keen eye for detail, and a genuine love for working outdoors.
• The ability to work on a mine site and willingness to participate in all inductions, medicals and adhere to mine site drug/alcohol policies. (No smoking policy also applies to onsite work)
• PPE, uniforms, and boots supplied.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A full driver’s license with the ability to drive a manual vehicle an advantage.
• A great attitude and commitment to safety.

Benefits:

• Above award hourly rate in line with experience and performance.
• Opportunity for training and obtaining various relevant certificates.
• Be part of a supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Flexibility of working either full-time or part-time up to 50 hrs per week available. Monday to Friday with the option of occasional weekend work. (6.00am to 4.00pm or 7.00 to 3.00pm depending on site).
• Early finish Fridays.