About the job

We're proud to announce a major milestone for Downer.

Downer has been awarded the Property and Asset Services (PAS) contract to deliver base and estate services across their two largest regions NSW/ACT and QLD. This is a significant milestone for our business and our enduring 80+ year relationship with the Australian Defence Force.

We're inviting applications to join our permanent workforce at RAAF Scherger as a Leading Hand - Land Management. We're committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute.

We're looking for people from all backgrounds - whether you bring Defence experience, industry knowledge, or transferable skills from other sectors.

If you're passionate about contributing to Defence capability and want to be part of a high-performing, inclusive team - express your interest today.

What You'll Do

This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:

• Providing basic supervision of grounds and garden maintenance teams ensuring upkeep of estates
• Supervise inspection, maintenance and upkeep of site grounds & gardens
• Ensure work delivered aligns with Gardens and Grounds requirements
• Use of Grounds and Gardens delivery and inspection plans

What You'll Bring

• Certificate III/IV in Horticulture. (desirable)
• Diploma in Landscape Management. (desirable)
• Grounds maintenance experience
• Horticulture expertise
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship is mandatory).
• Current open driver's licence.

More than anything, you'll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

• Providing basic supervision of grounds and garden maintenance teams ensuring upkeep of estates
• Supervise inspection, maintenance and upkeep of site grounds & gardens
• Ensure work delivered aligns with Gardens and Grounds requirements
• Use of Grounds and Gardens delivery and inspection plans

• Grounds maintenance experience
• Horticulture expertise
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship is mandatory)
• Current open driver's licence
• Strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes

• Certificate III/IV in Horticulture. (desirable)
• Diploma in Landscape Management. (desirable)