Vacancy title:
Grounds & Garden Attendant

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Waste management, Category: Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Farming & Outdoors, Cleaning & Facilities]

Jobs at:
Compass Group

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, April 13 2026

Duty Station:
Moranbah, Mackay & Coalfields QLD | Queensland (QLD)

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, April 9 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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BMA Villages - Grounds & Garden Attendant

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. Due to anticipated growth across our flagship portfolio in Central QLD, we have exciting opportunities for experienced Gardeners / Grounds People interested in joining the remote sector, working 14:7 rosters (2 weeks on, 1 week off).

ESS provides a home away from home for people working in remote mining villages and offshore on oil rigs. We provide the hospitality solutions to ensure all guests are getting the comforts of home even in isolated conditions.

Compass Group is an organisation that's proud of its people. We believe in the opportunity to recognise and develop great talent and in turn offer a variety of diverse opportunities for career advancement. Recognized as an employer of choice we also have an attractive benefits program, including a competitive salary, recognition programs, team event days and company discounts.

Responsibilities or duties

Working as key members in our remote maintenance teams

Maintain and enhance site grounds and gardens

Turf management, tree and shrub maintenance, mowing, weed control and watering the grounds

Provide proactive maintenance to structures and services as required

Industrial cleaning where required

Operate and maintain equipment and machinery

Qualifications or requirements

A team player with the ability to multi-task in busy environments

Ability to work long shifts (10-hour days) in a fast-paced environment

General maintenance experience / trades or laboring background (desirable)

Chemical handling experience (desirable)

Competent in operating general maintenance / grounds equipment

Forklift ticket (desirable)

Weed spraying certificate (desirable)

Driver’s license and own reliable transport

Must be able to pass a Pre-employment medical and Drug and Alcohol Test

Standard 11 Certificate (Desirable)

Experience needed

General maintenance experience / trades or laboring background (desirable)

Any other provided details

Accommodation and meals provided

Fly in Fly out from Brisbane, Drive in drive out, or Bus in bus out from Mackay

You will have the support, infrastructure, systems and processes you would expect from a global organisation. As an employer of choice, we recognise high performance and foster individual development. Additionally, our employees enjoy the following benefits:

• Immediate access to 100+ retail discounts accessible from your mobile
• Multiple salary packaging options to help your dollar go further
• Health and wellbeing employee benefits to help look after you
• Recognition programs including service and safety awards, regular team events, site-based benefits and company discounts.
• Ongoing training and development, and career growth opportunities

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

If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, apply now for an immediate start!

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: high school

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If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, please reach out to us on either 1300TALENT 

If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, apply now for an immediate start! https://www.compass-group.com/en/working-for-us/career-opportunities.html

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