This is a Gardens and Grounds Leading Hand (General Administrative Staff Grade 5) role with NSW Health based in Camperdown, VIC, AU NSW Health Role Seniority - mid level More about the Gardens and Grounds Leading Hand (General Administrative Staff Grade 5) role at NSW Health Employment Type: Permanent Full Time; 38 hours per week Position Classification: General Administrative Staff Grade 5 Remuneration: $75,082 per annum Annual Leave Loading Superannuation Location: Concord Repatriation General Hospital Requisition ID: REQ629533 In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia! About The Role Concord Repatriation General Hospital has a well-earned reputation for excellence in healthcare for over 70 years. Building on its proud heritage of caring for the Veteran community, the hospital now services the local communities of Concord, Strathfield, Burwood and beyond. The SLHD Gardens and Grounds leading hand is responsible for managing day to day operations of the SLHD grounds and gardens team. The position works closely with the Gardens and Grounds Manager to implement maintenance of plans and projects as required. The position is based at Concord Hospital but is required to work across all sites of SLHD. For more information, please view the Position Description. Ideal Candidate Certificate III Horticulture or relevant discipline, or equivalent qualification or experience. Experience in large ground's area maintenance with a good knowledge of mechanical gardening equipment, such as ride-on mowers, brush cutters, chainsaws etc. Knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety and ability to effectively apply principles to gardening and grounds duties. Experience leading and supervising staff and fostering a positive team environment. Ability to work over time when required. Current NSW Drivers Licence (P1 and P2 acceptable). Benefits and Perks! Allocated Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading. Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus. Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education. Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families. Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals. The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym. For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit. This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. For more information about SLHD please visit ‘Working With Us’ To further connect with us, check us out on LinkedIn. For enquiries, please contact Shane Oakes on (02) 9515 8041. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now! Applications Close: 21 January 2026 For Applicant Support and Information, visit ‘Applicant Information’ Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the NSW Health team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Managing day-to-day operations Collaborating with the Gardens and Grounds Manager Working across multiple sites Key Strengths Certificate III Horticulture Mechanical gardening equipment knowledge ⚠️ Work Health and Safety knowledge Leadership experience Current NSW Drivers Licence ⏰ Ability to work overtime A Final Note: This is a role with NSW Health not with Hatch.
