CCLHD-Gardener without certificate

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Gardener (No Certificate) Remuneration: $1,139.78 Per Week Hours Per Week: 38 Location: Wyong Hospital Requisition ID: REQ Closing Date: Monday 17th November 2025 Seniority Level: Entry level Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) has an exciting opportunity for a Gardener to provide day‑to‑day delivery of Gardening/Grounds Maintenance services at Wyong Hospital and across Central Coast Local Health District. Do you thrive in a team environment where your contribution truly matters? At CCLHD, we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for a dedicated Gardener to be an essential part of our Gardening and Grounds Maintenance team. About the Opportunity Reporting to the Maintenance Manager Wyong and Head Gardener you will undertake planting and maintenance of flowers, trees, shrubs, lawns and garden beds across Central Coast Local Health District. This encompasses working with a small team of Trade staff and liaising with other staff. Role Carry out ongoing maintenance of gardens, lawns, trees, shrubs and edges, ordering replacement components to ensure minimum disruptions to patient care in accordance with relevant standards and legislative requirements. Assist in the development of maintenance schedules for grounds, develop ideas, courses of action, garden maintenance and provide advice to the Head Gardener. Daily utilisation of equipment such as mowers, blowers, snippers, hedgers, and related tools safety in line with Safe Work Methods. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance tasks for upkeep of Hospital and Community Health Service Centres according to Gardener’s skills and competence. About You Knowledge of and experience in plant, shrub and tree identification and maintenance of same in a large commercial organisation. Experience in installing and maintaining external and internal gardens across varied sites within a large organisation. Sound written and verbal communication skills. Current valid Australian Driver’s Licence and a current Occupational Health and Safety General Induction for Construction in NSW Certificate or willingness to obtain within three months of appointment. Fitness and strength consistent with the requirements of a physically demanding role. Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement. Benefits Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave. Financial Benefits: Boost your take‑home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance. Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance. Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities. Need More Information? Phone: Email: Working for Central Coast Local Health District NSW Health Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD‑ or call for one‑on‑one support. Vaccination Requirements Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory. Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy. NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID‑19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID‑19 vaccination is not a condition of employment. Additional Information An Eligibility List (E‑List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full‑time and part‑time positions. Click here to find out more about applying for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr