Land Management Operator


Ventia is a leading infrastructure management and essential services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities.

In partnership with the Australian Defence Force, we are currently seeking a Land Management Operator to join our small, close- knit team at Simpson Barracks, Yallambie.

The Land Management Operator is a member of the Land Management team and undertakes daily operational duties as prescribed by the Land Management Team Leader to deliver the safe, effective and efficient delivery of land and grounds maintenance.

This is a permanent, full-time role operating from Monday - Friday.

Duties:

  • Operation of mowers, tractors, small plant, machinery, powered and non-powered hand tools.
  • Upkeep and maintenance of gardens and lawns.
  • Propagation, planting, and revegetation of diverse landscapes.
  • General grounds keeping tasks as required including debris and rubbish clean-up, cleaning of outdoor features and hardstand areas, line marking, managing injured or dead wildlife.
  • General gardening including mulching, pruning, hedging, turf care, cleaning of storm water pits and open drains, applying chemical and fertilisers.
  • Carry out regular inspections, non-technical maintenance, cleaning of the vehicles, grounds equipment and small plant to ensure safety, in operational condition and well-presented during service delivery.

Skills & Experience:

  • Certificate in Horticulture or equivalent experience. Experience in a similar working environment.
  • Experience operating a tractor (under 4.5 tonne) Ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Working within an Environmental Management System. Problem solving and solutions focused.
  • Communication skills.

Why work with Ventia:

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

You must be an Australian Citizen and have the ability to maintain a Defence clearance in order to be eligible for these positions, as well as be able to pass an Australian Federal Police Check.

**Shortlisted candidates will be contacted**

Reference number: 162606


Ventia is a leading infrastructure management and essential services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities.

In partnership with the Australian Defence Force, we are currently seeking a Land Management Operator to join our small, close- knit team at Simpson Barracks, Yallambie.

The Land Management Operator is a member of the Land Management team and undertakes daily operational duties as prescribed by the Land Management Team Leader to deliver the safe, effective and efficient delivery of land and grounds maintenance.

This is a permanent, full-time role operating from Monday - Friday.

Duties:

  • Operation of mowers, tractors, small plant, machinery, powered and non-powered hand tools.
  • Upkeep and maintenance of gardens and lawns.
  • Propagation, planting, and revegetation of diverse landscapes.
  • General grounds keeping tasks as required including debris and rubbish clean-up, cleaning of outdoor features and hardstand areas, line marking, managing injured or dead wildlife.
  • General gardening including mulching, pruning, hedging, turf care, cleaning of storm water pits and open drains, applying chemical and fertilisers.
  • Carry out regular inspections, non-technical maintenance, cleaning of the vehicles, grounds equipment and small plant to ensure safety, in operational condition and well-presented during service delivery.

Skills & Experience:

  • Certificate in Horticulture or equivalent experience. Experience in a similar working environment.
  • Experience operating a tractor (under 4.5 tonne) Ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Working within an Environmental Management System. Problem solving and solutions focused.
  • Communication skills.

Why work with Ventia:

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

You must be an Australian Citizen and have the ability to maintain a Defence clearance in order to be eligible for these positions, as well as be able to pass an Australian Federal Police Check.

**Shortlisted candidates will be contacted**

Reference number: 162606

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