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Posted Thursday 26 February 2026 at 1:00 pm | Expires Friday 27 March 2026 at 12:59 pm Create a welcoming and relaxing space that our residents and guests can enjoy every day, as Gardener at our beautiful village, Townsend Park. Are you someone who finds joy in tending to plants & creating peaceful outdoor spaces?Do you love the idea of bringing beauty & calm to a community of independent living seniors?If youve got a green thumb and a caring nature, wed love to welcome you to our team! About Keyton With over 65 villages across Australia, 15,000+ residents and 800+ passionate staff, were leading the way with heart, for a new age of wellbeing, connection and choice for all independent seniors. Leveraging over 30 years of experience, our teams work across the country in a variety of departments and business units, all share a common goal: We Lead with Heart, and we are committed to creating caring and fun-filled retirement communities. Our purpose is to create places where communities thrive not only for residents, but importantly, for our employees also. We do this by creating safe, secure and connected independent living communities where residents can enjoy active and social lifestyles, close to essential services and amenities. Generous leave entitlements, including 4x wellbeing leave daysTraining and working with a supportive and fun teamThrive as part of a strong team in an exceptional work environmentCareer development and growth opportunitiesEmployer referral programReward & Recognition ServicesEmployee DealsHealth & Wellbeing and Reward ProgramExcellent company benefits and discounts on offerDiscounted health insurance, annual vaccinations and skin checksThe opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents Your Day on A Page We are delighted to announce that our lovely team at Townsend Park are currently seeking an enthusiastic, committed, customer focused Gardener to join them on part time basis. Nestled in the serene coastal suburb of Hove, Townsend Park is more than just a retirement village its a vibrant, welcoming community where residents feel truly at home. Your work will support our inviting communal areas and well-kept homes all just a short stroll from Brighton Beach and the lively caf culture of Jetty Road. Whether its keeping the garden spaces in top shape for social gatherings or simply assisting residents with upkeep around their homes, your contribution will make a real difference every day. The successful candidates will be required to deliver garden and property maintenance, ensuring the village is properly kept for the enjoyment of the residents. Reporting to the Village Manager, your duties will include: Maintaining all front gardens, communal gardens, and shared outdoor spacesHedging, shrub trimming, pruning, planting, watering, weeding, and clearing leavesMowing lawns and carrying out whippersnippingConducting weed spraying and smallscale pesticide applicationCleaning and maintaining grounds, pathways, and communal areasManaging green waste and ensuring appropriate disposalPerforming minor irrigation repairs and assisting with irrigation upkeep (existing irrigation knowledge highly regarded)Maintaining tools, machinery, and equipment to ensure they remain safe and in good working orderSupporting the villages preventative maintenance schedule, including:Conducting basic property checks across communal areas and external building surroundsReporting hazards, wearandtear, or maintenance needs in a timely mannerCompleting assigned preventative tasks to help prolong the life of garden assets, pathways, and outdoor fixturesWorking cooperatively with the Village Manager and team to ensure the village remains welcoming, wellpresented, and safe for all residents Shifts Monday 7:30am to 3:30pmTuesday 7:30am to 3:30pmWednesday 7:30am to 3:30pmThursday 7:30am to 3:30pm About you The successful candidate will have the following: Current Australian Drivers LicenceA genuine love for plants and natureA genuine interest in assisting independent living seniorsA green thumb and enthusiasm! No formal gardening experience requiredReliability and a positive attitudeAbility to work independently and as part of a teamUnderstanding of machinery use and tools required for the jobHigh organisation skills and the ability to effectively manage and prioritise multiple tasksKnowledge of Environment, Health and Safety legislationLevel 2 First Aid Certificate (or be willing to obtain one) Ready to Join the Fun? Because youll be around our residents each day, its important that you enjoy chatting with people and have a kind, helpful attitude. So, if you love the outdoors and want to make a real difference in a lovely community, wed love to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of something truly special. Please submit your resume and cover letter to the link below. In your cover letter, please highlight your interest in the Gardener opportunity and explain how your skills, qualifications and interests align with our requirements. Please note: The successful applicant must complete a Police Check & will be required to receive an annual flu vaccination between the months of May-November, with supporting documentation prior to joining. For selected role, pre-employment medical assessments will also be required prior to any employment offers being made. At Keyton we celebrate diversity and acknowledge that what makes us different makes us stronger. We engage, enable and empower our people and support their individual needs. Inclusion sets us all up for success. We therefore encourage you to apply for roles in our business, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, race, age, religion, social background. #J-18808-Ljbffr