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Yard / Grounds Person – Central Australia – Remote Northern Territory 🌿(4029400)

Posted 4 days ago

Job Description

MLKA Live In Yard Grounds Person Vacancy - Central Australia - Remote Northern Territory

Yard / Grounds Person – Central Australia – Remote Northern Territory 🌿  

Start ASAP | Minimum 2 months (potential to extend)

We’re looking for a hands-on, experienced Yard / Grounds Person who knows their way around mowers and whipper snippers and is comfortable working in warm, remote conditions for this very remote venue located in Central Australia.

This role suits someone physically fit, self-motivated, and confident working independently while maintaining high standards across grounds and public areas. 🌞

The Role
You’ll be responsible for keeping the property neat, safe, and well-presented, including:

  • Day-to-day grounds maintenance across the site
  • Regular mowing and whipper snipping
  • Supporting the maintenance team as needed
  • Unloading deliveries and general labouring
  • Pool cleaning and basic maintenance
  • Cleaning of shared/public amenities and common areas
  • Pitching in with other duties as required

Pay & Perks 💰

  • Level 2 HIGA rates:
    • Mon–Fri: $30.10/hr
    • After 7pm: $32.72/hr
    • Saturday: $36.12/hr
    • Sunday: $42.14/hr
    • Public Holidays: $60.20/hr
  • 5–6 day work week
  • Accommodation & meals: $150/week
  • Private room with shared bathroom

What You’ll Bring

  • Proven experience using mowers & whipper snippers
  • Good level of fitness and ability to work in hot conditions
  • Ability to work independently and stay on top of tasks
  • Reliable, practical, and proactive attitude
  • MUST hold a drivers license

Additional Info

  • Access via flights + Greyhound bus, with sealed road access
  • Supportive, easygoing team environment 🤝
  • Strong working conditions and a great chance to save

If you’re ready to step into a solid, practical role where your experience will be valued from day one, this could be a great fit.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to start your remote adventure and feel you are the right candidate for this role, we would love to hear from you – please forward your resume to jobs@mlkarecruitment.com.au or click ‘Apply Now’ above.

All applications are handled on a confidential basis.

Note, due to confidentiality on some roles, not all our positions are externally advertised.

Who We Are:

MLKA Hospitality Recruitment are industry leaders in remote, regional and outback hospitality employment Australia wide. Australian owned and operated since 2008.

Our roles offer an excellent opportunity for skilled hospitality staff to embark on an adventurous career, experiencing the REAL Australia. 

We recruit for equal opportunity employers.

Specific details of our roles, salary and locations are provided during the interview process. 

We recruit for the best hospitality employers in regional & remote Australia who can offer their employees a great work/life balance. Our service is 100% free for jobseekers.

Escape the high cost and stresses of city living with a fantastic live in role – accommodation packages are provided with all roles.

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