Gardener / Labourer - Commercial Grounds Maintenance And Landscaping
SA Grounds and Gardens Pooraka, Adelaide
Job Description
Does getting paid to stay fit while working outdoors in the fresh air sound like your thing?
Are you the reliable, hard-working type who gets along with pretty much everyone?
We’re on the lookout for labourers/gardeners who bring a sharp eye for detail, consistency, and a solid work ethic.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
SA Grounds and Gardens is a family-owned business that’s been doing its thing in Adelaide for 30 years. We’ve built a loyal client base and a strong reputation for creating cleaner, greener and smarter outdoor commercial and industrial spaces. We value long-term relationships and love working with clients who share our mindset: professionalism, trust, care and attention to detail.
We’ve got a solid pipeline of work ahead, so job security is real. We’re looking for detail-focused people to join our team in hands-on, physical roles that keep you moving. From regular garden maintenance to landscape upgrades, you’ll work across different sites, helping keep outdoor areas tidy, healthy and looking their best all year round.
Key Responsibilities
• Mow, edge, mulch and maintain gardens and grounds
• Prune, hedge, trim and slash as needed
• Weed control (manual and chemical) and fertilising
• General clean-ups, waste removal and keeping sites looking their best
• Use mobile technology for tracking, reporting and team communication
• Maintain tools, equipment and vehicles in excellent working order
• Always uphold safety and quality standards
Our Promise to You
• Certainty of income: Job security with consistent, regular hours
• Competitive pay: 35 per hour + superannuation
• Positive culture: Hands-on owners who work alongside you; a team where your contribution is valued and you’re backed every step of the way
• Safe work environment: We prioritise your safety and wellbeing
• Variety: Work across a mix of commercial and industrial sites throughout Adelaide and surrounding suburbs
What We’re Looking For
• Police Clearance, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check (or willingness to obtain)—essential
• Based in Adelaide, with the ability to travel to Pooraka (Northern suburbs)
• Physically fit, energetic and ready for hands-on work
• Quick-thinking with good organisational skills
• Current Driver’s Licence—essential
• Ability to drive a manual vehicle and tow a trailer—desirable
Apply Today!
Send us your current resume and a short cover letter introducing yourself.
Want to see what we do? Visit our website.
Postcode: 5000 (Pooraka, Adelaide)
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SA Grounds and Gardens
Member since: April 2025
Employer's email matches the sagroundsandgardens.com.au website.
Description:
At SA Grounds & Gardens, we take pride in helping Adelaide's outdoor spaces thrive. For nearly 30 years, we've been trusted to care for some of the city's most well-known commercial and industrial properties - and we never take that responsibility lightly. We love what we do. Whether it's keeping a corporate site looking sharp, maintaining the grounds of a school, or simply making sure a green space feels welcoming and well cared for - we approach every job with the same commitment to quality, consistency, and professionalism.
We work closely with property managers, facilities teams, and business owners who want reliable, long-term landscape support. Many of our clients have been with us for years, and we're proud of the strong relationships we've built along the way.
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