Ventia Australia Pty Ltd is seeking dedicated and motivated Groundsperson Job in Australia to join its Land Management team at RAAF Base Pearce, WA. This role forms part of Ventia’s newly awarded 6-year Defence Base Services contract, supporting the Australian Defence Force. The position offers an excellent opportunity to work with a leading ASX-listed company while contributing to the maintenance and safety of critical Defence infrastructure in a professional and supportive environment.
About the Company
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company operating across Australia and New Zealand. As a long-standing partner of the Department of Defence, Ventia has delivered essential base services across military sites nationwide for more than a decade. The company is committed to working safely, sustainably, and efficiently while supporting communities where Defence personnel live, work, and train. Ventia is also recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice by the Australian Government’s Department of Veterans’ Affairs and values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out daily land and grounds maintenance activities as directed by the Grounds Supervisor
- Propagate, plant, and undertake revegetation across varied landscapes
- Perform general grounds duties including debris and rubbish removal
- Clean outdoor features, hardstand areas, and assist with line marking
- Manage injured or deceased wildlife in accordance with procedures
- Conduct mulching, pruning, hedging, turf maintenance, and pest control
- Apply chemicals and fertilisers in line with safety and environmental standards
- Operate and maintain mowers, tractors, small plant, machinery, and hand tools
- Maintain equipment according to operator manuals and scheduled maintenance
- Work across multiple sites based on operational requirements
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year experience in a similar working environment
- Experience operating and maintaining plant and grounds equipment
- Experience with manual handling tasks
- Experience working within an Environmental Management System
- Certificate in Horticulture or equivalent (desirable but not essential)
- Ability to work effectively within a team
- Must be eligible to obtain a Defence Security Clearance
- Australian Citizenship and willingness to undergo an Australian Federal Police Check
Skills
- Strong practical skills in grounds and land maintenance
- Ability to safely operate machinery and tools
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Team-oriented with a cooperative attitude
- Commitment to safety, environmental care, and quality work
- Reliable and adaptable to changing operational needs
Benefits
- Employment opportunities across full-time, part-time, and casual roles
- Secure role under a 6-year Defence Base Services contract with extension potential
- Uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE) provided
- Access to health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Exclusive discounts at over 450 retailers across Australia
- Inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity
