ESS provides multi-service capability to major companies and organisations operating in remote sites, gold mines and coal fields. We provide vital workplace support for people working in some of the most isolated terrains in the world, from oil rigs in the North Sea to gold mines in the Australian Outback.

Qualified Gardener - Fly In Fly Out Cairns or Darwin

Key duties

Your role and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare and maintain golf course and associated grounds
• Ensure the safe and correct operation of all machinery, equipment and work competently without direct supervision
• Ensure machinery and associated equipment are cleaned, serviced and maintained as the maintenance checklists
• Be confident in operating golf course machinery
• You may be asked to work in other areas of the ESS camp, so the ability to be flexible and willing to learn is required.

To successful person will need to demonstrate the following:

• Tertiary Qualifications in Greenkeeping, Agriculture or Horticulture - ESSENTIAL
• Extensive background in maintenance of Recreational Turf, Irrigation, Pest and Disease Control experience
• AQF3 Chemical Accreditation Ticket
• Competent with operation of Golf Course machinery
• Have a clear and precise understanding of Workplace Health and Safety
• Open Drivers Licence (Manual) is mandatory
• Able to work independently and be a self-starter
• Great problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills

The Benefits

• 7 : 7 Roster, Including 4 weeks annual leave per annum. Starting Salary of $79,600pa.
• Access to a wide variety of training and development, with career progression. Personal and site based recognition programmes.
• A variety of corporate benefits as an Employee, with immediate access to 100+ retail discounts, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants and more.
• Modern Village facilities, including Accommodation, Gym’s, Pools and many social site based activities.

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, please reach out to us on either 1300TALENT or careers@compass-group.com.au

 Our people’s unique backgrounds, experience, and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the diverse communities that we serve, where everyone feels empowered and valued. By building diverse teams means we are creating inclusive environments for all our people and those we connect with through our day-to-day operation. We welcome & encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, gender expressions, gender identity and people with disability.