Grounds Team Leader $36.39 per hour | Full Time Sea World, Main Beach, Gold Coast The Opportunity Ready to lead the team that keeps Sea World looking spectacular? If you love rolling up your sleeves, inspiring a team, and take pride in seeing your work enjoyed by our guests? Then this role is for you! As a Grounds Team Leader, you’ll guide, coach and support your team to keep our parks pristine, safe and enhancing the world-class grounds of Sea World. Key Responsibilities Ready to dig in, lead the team, and keep our grounds looking pristine? You’ll be: • Leading and scheduling Grounds team members to complete daily maintenance and landscaping tasks • Coordinating inspections, maintenance, and ride envelope checks to ensure VRTP standards are met • Managing rosters, prioritizing workloads, and supporting the Grounds Supervisor with operational planning • Training and mentoring team members in the safe and effective use of tools, vehicles, and machinery • Leading hard and soft landscaping activities including concreting, fencing, paving, turf, and drainage work • Assisting with pest, weed, and disease control programs • Maintaining cleanliness across all park areas, including waste, drains, gutters, and gardens • Supporting sustainability initiatives such as water conservation and environmentally friendly landscaping • Stepping up to lead in the absence of the Grounds Supervisor, including managing contractors and daily communications • Promoting teamwork, safety, and professionalism across the department What We’re Looking For Grab your gloves, put on your leaderships hat on and bring your passion for the outdoors. You’ll bring: • Previous leadership experience in horticulture, landscaping, or grounds maintenance • Certificate III in Horticulture, Parks & Gardens, Arboriculture, Sports Turf Management, or Structural Landscaping; or 7 years of relevant industry experience • Manual QLD Driver’s License and Chainsaw License (essential) • A minimum of four of the following licenses: Forklift, Bobcat, Backhoe, Front End Loader, EWP, Working at Heights, Tractor, ACDC License, MR Truck License, Telescopic Handler, or Boat License (Sea World) • Strong knowledge of OHS standards and safe work practices • Experience with concreting, fencing repairs, paving, turf installation, and irrigation systems • Confidence working in varied weather conditions and around domestic or wild animals • Strong communication and leadership skills to motivate and support your team • Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; SAP or Maximo experience desirable Why You’ll Love It If you love working outdoors, leading a team, and taking pride in picture-perfect presentation, this is the role for you! You’ll spend your days surrounded by nature, keeping our parks looking beautiful and welcoming for every guest. From lush landscapes to creative landscaping projects, you’ll play a key role in shaping the look and feel of our iconic parks. It’s a hands-on leadership role where you can grow your career, work with great people, and see the real impact of your efforts every single day. We value everyone’s unique contributions and encourage candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply. Apply today to join one of the most exciting tourist attractions on the Gold Coast and start creating memories, for our guests, your team, and your career!
