LM Operator


Ventia is a leading infrastructure 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 Lands Management team and undertakes daily operational duties as prescribed by the Land Management Team Leader to ensure the safe, effective and efficient delivery of lands maintenance.

This is a permanent full time role, working Monday to Thursday from 6:30am – 3:30pm, Friday 6:30am - 1pm.

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 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, pest control and applying chemical and fertilisers.
  • Carry out regular inspections, non-technical maintenance, and cleaning of the vehicles, grounds equipment, machinery so safe, operational, 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.
  • Communication skills.


What We Offer You:

Ventia have also partnered with some reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance, Banking (new home loans, credit cards, everyday bank accounts), flights & accommodation, car hire, car leasing and much more, we also offer the following:

  • A flexible, supportive and inclusive work environment where you matter.
  • We take our people's careers seriously, helping them to learn and grow.
  • There's nothing more important to us than keeping our people and the public safe.
  • We look after each other and foster our people's wellbeing.
  • Monthly RDO
  • Early finish on Fridays


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.

Click APPLY NOW if this sounds like you!

Position Reference Number: 160123


Ventia is a leading infrastructure 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 Lands Management team and undertakes daily operational duties as prescribed by the Land Management Team Leader to ensure the safe, effective and efficient delivery of lands maintenance.

This is a permanent full time role, working Monday to Thursday from 6:30am – 3:30pm, Friday 6:30am - 1pm.

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 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, pest control and applying chemical and fertilisers.
  • Carry out regular inspections, non-technical maintenance, and cleaning of the vehicles, grounds equipment, machinery so safe, operational, 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.
  • Communication skills.


What We Offer You:

Ventia have also partnered with some reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance, Banking (new home loans, credit cards, everyday bank accounts), flights & accommodation, car hire, car leasing and much more, we also offer the following:

  • A flexible, supportive and inclusive work environment where you matter.
  • We take our people's careers seriously, helping them to learn and grow.
  • There's nothing more important to us than keeping our people and the public safe.
  • We look after each other and foster our people's wellbeing.
  • Monthly RDO
  • Early finish on Fridays


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.

Click APPLY NOW if this sounds like you!

Position Reference Number: 160123

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