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About This Opportunity

The Gardener is responsible for producing high quality external environments of an allocated area of the university. The scope of the role includes mowing, pruning, watering and planting of established gardens and turf and undertaking landscaping around new and old buildings.

This position is located at The University of Queensland’s picturesque Gatton Campus. Gatton Campus, UQ combines its Queensland Agricultural College heritage with modern research and teaching facilities in veterinary science and agriculture. Just over an hour’s drive west of Brisbane and five kilometres from the local township, the 1068-hectare Gatton campus offers a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and world-class facilities.

Our Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in producing high quality external environments, maintenance gardening and will take pride in their work. This role will assist the Supervisor Grounds in reaching the section’s goals.

You must have ongoing unrestricted work rights in Australia to apply for this opportunity.

We value diversity and inclusion, and actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Our Diversity and Inclusion webpage contains further information if you require additional support. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to [email protected].

What We Can Offer

This is a full-time, continuing position at HEW level 3.

The full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $58,005.74 - $63,991.11, plus super of up to 17%.

You will be able to take advantage of UQ Sport Facilities, recreation leave loading (of 17.5%), salary sacrificing options, on-campus childcare, discounted private health insurance, affordable parking, development programs and many other benefits.

For further information, please review The University of Queensland's Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2018-2021.

Position Description

512516_1256667_Groundsperson PD.pdf

Questions?

To discuss this role please contact Steve Barakin, Supervisor Grounds. E: [email protected]

Want to Apply?

To submit an application for this role, use the APPLY NOW button below. All applicants must supply the following documents:

• Cover letter addressing key selection criteria
• Resume

To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the UQCareers portal by the job closing deadline. Applications received via other channels including direct email will not be accepted.

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