Grounds and Gardeners

Job Title: Grounds and Gardener

Location: Adelaide - Southern Suburbs

Job Type: Casual - Ongoing

Pay Rate: $33.05 per hour

Working Hours:

* Start times between 5:00am and 7:00am

* Shifts typically range from 8 to 14 hours

We are seeking reliable, hardworking and motivated Grounds and Garden Maintenance Workers to maintain and enhance outdoor spaces across Adelaide's southern suburbs.

Multiple positions are available for both experienced gardeners who can confidently work independently and general labourers who are comfortable working as part of a team.

The successful candidates will undertake general garden maintenance, including lawn mowing, whipper snipping, pruning, operating leaf blowers and keeping roads and pathways clean and tidy.

Previous gardening experience is preferred but not essential for all positions. Applicants must hold a current driver's licence, have a strong work ethic and be physically fit to perform outdoor duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general garden and grounds maintenance.
• Maintain lawns through mowing, whipper snipping and edging.
• Carry out pruning, trimming and general gardening duties.
• Operate leaf blowers to clear leaves and garden debris.
• Clean and maintain roads, pathways and surrounding outdoor areas.
• Use rakes and other gardening tools to complete groundskeeping tasks.
• Collect and dispose of garden waste appropriately.
• Operate gardening equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain clean, tidy and presentable outdoor spaces.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures.
• Work independently or as part of a team, depending on the position.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current Driver's Licence - Essential.
• Previous gardening or grounds maintenance experience preferred but not essential for all positions.
• Ability to operate basic gardening equipment, including lawn mowers, whipper snippers and leaf blowers.
• Physically fit and comfortable performing manual outdoor work.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking with a positive attitude.
• Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• PPE Required

Apply Now!

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in your work and are looking for ongoing casual opportunities, we'd love to hear from you!

We welcome applications from both experienced gardeners and candidates looking to gain experience in grounds maintenance

Who we are

As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.

At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Consultant

Iris.Escanillas@programmed.com.au

Reference number: 79062
Profession:TradesLandscape Gardener

Company: Programmed / PERSOLKELLY
Date posted: 13th Nov, 2026