Gardening/Maintenance Assistant

Locations:      St Agnes   Campbelltown    St Clair     Padre Pio                                 

Days and times:  Monday to Friday, 9.30-4.30pm

At Bene, we believe that growing older is no reason to stop growing as individuals or as communities. Quite the opposite. Here, our staff and volunteers work as a team to ensure that the lives of over 2,500 South Australians are more able to flourish in communities that celebrate individuality, diversity and a zest for life....

Do you enjoy working in a team environment?

Bene Age Care are looking for friendly, team orientated people to assist our gardening and maintenance staff with landscaping and building projects. 

Key Responsibilities and Duties

  • Preparation of new garden beds for planting
  • Watering plants and lawns, and propagate plant cuttings
  • Weeding and general plant and tree pruning
  • Assist in garden projects, cleaning outdoor areas and courtyards
  • Assist in preparation of painting projects
  • Assist in equipment, buildings, and machine maintenance.
  • Respond to ad hoc maintenance requests from supervisor

Essential Requirements:

  • Triple vaccination against COVID 
  • Current National Police Certificate
  • Current Flu Vaccination and provide evidence of, prior to commencing volunteer work.
  • NDIS screening if based at St Agnes
  • Reliability and attendance to agreed shifts is important for this role.
  • Excellent oral communication skills