Address- Have Real Influence | Lead organisational Growth and Development
- Values based NFP organisation.
- Competitive remuneration with salary packaging and novated leasing options
Unique Opportunity to Make a Difference - Come join us in reshaping the future!
Who are we?
Abound Communities, formerly Old Colonists Association of Victoria is a leading not-for-profit provider of comprehensive care solutions, specializing in Residential Care, Home Care, and Retirement Villages, offering a continuum of care from independent living to assisted living and aged care in Victoria. Our four villages across Victoria – including St Helena, Fitzroy North, Berwick and Euroa are home to 500 older Victorians in need. We are a community based, not-for-profit organisation who put our residents and their families at the forefront of all we do. With a commitment to excellence and compassion, we strive to enhance the quality of life for our residents. It really is our people and culture that set us apart, with our ongoing focus of working together as one team. Our Values are Respect, Community, Kindness, and Integrity.
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic Head Gardener to join our team at Rushall Park, Fitzroy North. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance the lives of our residents through the maintenance and development of our historic gardens. As part of Abound Communities, you will play a crucial role in fostering community engagement and enriching the daily lives of our residents.
What’s on offer
Abound Communities is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You will find the culture at Abound Communities is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders.
Further, the successful candidate will receive:
- A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing.
- Access to professional development programs
- Be part of an organisation and a team that is driven to make a difference to the lives of others
Key Responsibilities are as below:
- Comprehensive garden maintenance tasks such as lawn mowing, whipper snipping, hedging, pruning, spraying, weeding, planting, mulching, and irrigation.
- Leading garden renovations through thoughtful design and planning.
- Engaging with residents to support their gardening interests and initiatives.
- Managing and guiding staff and volunteers to maintain our standards.
- Ensuring all gardening activities adhere strictly to safety and environmental protocols.
- Promoting our values of respect, community, kindness, and integrity through your work.
- Excellent knowledge of plants and species
- Ensure professional presentation and positive attitude to liaise with staff and residents
- Build and maintain good working relationships with residents, staff, and other stakeholders
- Assist in reviewing procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency
- Assist with any other reasonable task as required by the manager
The right candidate must have:
- Certificate 3 or above, in Horticulture or related fields are advantageous.
- Experience in garden management and plant care.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with residents and team members.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Physical fitness to perform all outlined responsibilities effectively.
- A current Police Check is essential.
- Full COVID19 vaccination.(including the booster shot)
If this sounds like the role for you, click on APPLY NOW!
Click APPLY to submit your interest and we’ll be in touch shortly. Including a cover letter with your application is strongly encouraged. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
To access the complete Position Description and learn about the remuneration package or if you have any questions regarding this position please contact Shivani Tripathi, People and Culture Consultant on at ********@aboundcommunities.org.au
To find out more about us and the wonderful work we do, please visit us at https://aboundcommunities.org.au/
Applications close on 14 July 2024.
Abound Communities reserves the right to remove advertising and/or commence the selection process before the application close date. Abound Communities is committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We are committed to appointing the best person for the role and supporting diversity.
The successful candidate will also be required to demonstrate entitlement to work in Australia, and to disclose any pre-existing injury or disease which may be adversely affected by undertaking the inherent requirements of the position.
We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.
