Supervisor Gardens and Property Maintenance

About The RoleAn experienced Gardening worker with a heart for people, is being sought by the award-winning Nundah Co-op’s Gardening and Property Maintenance Team, who maintain a number of high profile public green spaces and property gardens.The Ideal Candidate Will have a kind way of working with others to create a positive team culture where cooperation is key – teamwork makes the dreamwork! be experienced in gardening and landscaping including scheduled maintenance of planted gardens, lawns and landscapes – leads by example! be capable of operating and training others in the use of ride on mowers and hand operated power tools – balances participation and production! be organised and responsible – prepares & prevents! be willing and able to use IT systems – not tech phobic!This role is purpose driven, so we’re looking for someone who gets the job done and values: inclusion – working alongside people with diverse abilities respect – recognises peoples strengths cooperation – encourages participation and production sustainability – triple bottom line decision makingThe position is full-time, 38 hours per week, Monday-Fridays, 6am -2pm (early starts, early finishes). We're open to discussing Part-time or Casual arrangements. Please let us know!About UsNundah Community Enterprises Cooperative (NCEC) is a Brisbane-based social enterprise and workers’ co-op. We create meaningful employment for more than 35 people with intellectual disabilities and complex barriers to work. Through award-winning gardening and hospitality enterprises, we prove every day that inclusion leads to smart, sustainable enterprise.Professional. Purposeful. Proven.NCEC Gardening delivers reliable, high-quality grounds maintenance for government and corporates — while creating meaningful jobs for people with disabilities and complex barriers to work. We don’t just mow lawns. We grow futures. We’ve been gardening for over 25 years 100% of our customers would recommend us Trusted by Brisbane City Council, Queensland Government, Mirvac & VirginBenefitsBe part of a great team with strong community values and a supportive work culture. People love working at NCEC — job satisfaction and staff retention are high thanks to our meaningful mission around employment inclusion. Plus, with Fringe Benefits/Salary Packaging, you can lower your taxable income and boost your take-home pay.Selection Criteria You promote a positive, inclusive team culture, build team confidence and skills, and thrive in an impact driven role that supports people with learning difficulties. You’ve done gardening or property maintenance before and know how to use tools like mowers, line trimmers, and hedgers. You can follow a work plan and let us know how things are going using good communication and tech like Microsoft/Apps or online forms. You know how to use tools of the trade safely and can take care of equipment. You've got good awareness and capacity to mitigate risks to keep everyone safe at work. You’re friendly and professional when talking with tenants, clients or neighbours. You don’t mind trying new ideas. You’re a team player who’s happy to help out wherever needed. You hold a Class C driver’s licence, with experience towing and reversing trailers.We welcome applicants with training or experience leading small teams in other fields but a Certificate in Horticulture or relevant hands-on experience in gardening will be well regarded.ApplicationsApply online ASAP. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, as soon as possible, based on the above selection criteria. Induction and onboarding, including required training will commence prior to working in the field.Online applications preferred. Please include a cover letter noting your suitability and why you are interested in this role. Resume with two current referees will speed up recruitment. Contact us at enquiries@ncec.com.au, using the subject line: Supervisor – Gardening and Property Maintenance Application.PI278976110