GROUNDS MAINTENANCE (WODONGA)

Best suited for:Best suited for: Australian citizens, Permanent Residents, New Zealand citizens, and Subclass 485, 491, and 191 visa holders who seek to work in Wodonga, Victoria. on a stable Monday-to-Friday day shift.

About this opportunity

Sodexo is seeking an efficient and motivated Grounds Maintenance worker to join our dedicated facilities crew in Wodonga. In this hands-on, full-time role, you will play a crucial part in managing the comprehensive grounds and outdoor care for the prominent Mars site Facility. Operating on a standard 38-hour work week from Monday to Friday, this position offers an exceptional work-life balance with stable daily hours from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. Whether you are a seasoned horticultural specialist or someone with a strong "can-do" attitude looking to grow a long-term career in commercial grounds care, Sodexo provides a supportive and safety-first environment where your physical efforts directly shape the site's professional presentation.

Job Summary

• Employer Name: Sodexo
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Roster Structure: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 3:00 pm
• Required Education & Experience: Prior practical experience in grounds maintenance or commercial landscaping is highly ideal. Entry-level applicants showing strong interest, core competency, and a dedication to safety will also be considered.
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Employment Location: Wodonga, Victoria (VIC), Australia (Mars site Facility)
• Salary & Benefits: Competitive trade salary package with an outstanding benefits and rewards framework
• Application Deadline: Ongoing Applications (Early applications are encouraged. The advertiser reserves the right to remove this listing without notice once the position is no longer available.)

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain property fields, walking pathways, hedges, and trees across the facility acreage.
• Safely operate ride-on mowers, specialized trimming machinery, and other outdoor maintenance equipment.
• Prune and shape trees, clean perimeter brush, and carry out minor exterior repairs such as fixing fences.
• Clear internal site roads and paths of debris to ensure ongoing pedestrian and transport safety.
• Proactively identify and report site infrastructure maintenance requirements to the facilities management team.
• Execute additional facilities and grounds logistical tasks as required by site operations.

Skills & Requirements

• Grounds Experience: Prior experience executing commercial grounds maintenance, landscaping, or agricultural duties is highly preferred.
• Equipment Literacy: Demonstrated comfort or capability in operating ride-on lawnmowers and manual power tools safely.
• Work Ethic & Safety: A collaborative, "can-do" attitude paired with a strict focus on workplace safety compliance and high service delivery standards.
• Mandatory Requirements:
  • Willingness to work outdoors consistently and perform physically demanding tasks
  • Reliable capacity to commit to the 7 am – 3 pm daily schedule

Benefits

• Highly desirable work-life balance through a standard **38-hour week** without weekend or night shifts.
• Competitive baseline salary backed by a global corporate market leader.
• Abundant professional training, structural skill upskilling, and direct career development opportunities.
• Access to an outstanding global corporate benefits and employee recognition program.
• A supportive, inclusive corporate environment championed by a dedicated team of professionals.

Important Applicant Information

• Application Method: To apply, candidates must officially submit an up-to-date resume outlining their relevant employment history, physical capability indicators, and scheduling availability directly via the Sodexo Careers system.
• Next Steps: Shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly by a Sodexo recruitment professional for an introductory phone interview. Use this discussion to ask detailed site-specific questions regarding the Mars facility infrastructure.

Eligible applicants include:

• Australian citizens
• Permanent Residents (PR)
• New Zealand citizens
• Subclass 485 / 491 / 191 visa holders

About The Employer

Sodexo is a globally renowned people business built on the dedication of over 400,000 employees worldwide, including thousands of specialists operating right here in Australia. Personifying core company values of Service Spirit, Team Spirit, and a Spirit of Progress, our workforce acts daily to improve the quality of life within corporate, community, and remote resource environments. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, Sodexo firmly believes that a more diverse team creates a stronger operational framework. We actively encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, race, sex, ethnicity, religion, personal beliefs, or physical disabilities.

Applicant Safety & Screening Reminder

• Mandatory Verification: Concrete hiring deployment to the Wodonga facility remains conditional upon passing standard right-to-work visa validations, structural background reference checks, and site-specific safety induction protocols.
• Security Warning: Genuine global employers like Sodexo will never request upfront cash processing fees, equipment purchasing deposits, or administrative screening bonds from job applicants. Avoid sharing sensitive bank account profiles or your Tax File Number (TFN) until an official, verified employment contract has been executed.

Original Source: Sodexo Australia Facilities Registry — Grounds Maintenance Attendant (Wodonga, VIC, Job No: REF24878U)