Job Description
Full-time permanent position
Alwyndor vehicle with all equipment and tools provided
Salary sacrifice - earn up to $15,899 tax free per year!
About the organisation
Set within beautiful grounds in the seaside suburb of Hove, Alwyndor delivers on-site residential living and support at home services, along with therapy and wellbeing services that empower the people in our communities to live healthy, engaged and fulfilled lives.
Alwyndor’s welcoming, high-quality facilities include 144 residential, dementia, respite care beds, transitional and care awaiting placement beds, together with allied health, therapy and wellness programs and home support packages that support people in Adelaide’s southern metro communities.
About the role
We are seeking a full-time permanent Gardener to join our team of committed and passionate professionals. In this role, you will provide a range of high-quality gardening services to older people living in their own homes in the south-western metropolitan community.
Key gardening duties include (but are not limited to):
Basic landscaping to ensure safety of clients
Lawn mowing
Tree & shrub pruning and weeding
Removing of garden rubbish
Basic irrigation
Basic planting
Eliminating pests
Smoke alarm checks
Gutter cleaning
This role suits people with excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a flexible approach. You will build lasting, trust-based relationships with clients, their families, and your team.
About You
We are looking for people who:
Are skilled in provision of gardening services (Essential)
Have a genuine commitment to helping older people retain independence at home
Are responsible, well organised, and able to prioritise workload effectively
Demonstrate empathy, respect, and the ability to work with older people and their families/carers
Understand and comply with confidentiality requirements
Are reliable, honest, and trustworthy
Can complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner
Can work independently with minimal supervision
Possess excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
Understand the needs and strengths of older people
Have a basic knowledge of aged care legislation and responsibilities (e.g. Elder Abuse, Code of Conduct, duty of care)
To be considered for this role you must
Be prepared to undertake a police background check and a functional assessment (Provided by us)
Hold a Current SA Drivers Licence
Have a Current First Aid Certificate (can obtain on job)
How to Apply
If the above sounds like you, please hit the APPLY button now and attach a combined covering letter and resume.
For any questions about the role, please contact [email protected].
Alwyndor is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with disabilities.
No recruitment agencies please.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Gardener position is now open for candidates interested in the Housekeeping Jobs sector. This role in Hove offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Housekeeping Jobs is a plus.
