Gardener - InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef

About us

IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the world’s leading hotel companies with around 350,000 colleagues working across more than 100 countries.

As part of the IHG team, our people help our guests create amazing memories and deliver our purpose of providing True Hospitality for Good.

The InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef will immerse you in the wonders of the Whitsundays, working in a five-star luxury environment which offers amazing career growth opportunities, professional training & development and provides a one-of-a-kind experience living and working in a tropical island paradise.  We pride ourselves on a diverse and family friendly environment, and welcome applicants with primary school aged children as our island offers a State Primary School. 

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Landscaper / Gardener to assist in maintaining the extensive tropical gardens and outdoor spaces across Hayman Island Resort and Staff Village.

This role plays an important part in ensuring the island’s landscaping meets the high presentation standards expected of a five-star resort while supporting the health and sustainability of our gardens and grounds.

Mowing, trimming and maintaining lawns and gardens; pruning trees and shrubs; planting and maintaining tropical landscaping; weed control and irrigation checks; operating gardening equipment and small machinery; maintaining pathways and outdoor areas; and assisting with general grounds maintenance to ensure the resort grounds remain clean, safe and visually appealing.

Base rate $38.29 + penalties + loading

What we need from you


* Current Manual Driver’s Licence (essential)


* Construction White Card


* Certificate II or III in Horticulture, Landscaping or similar (preferred)


* Experience in landscaping, gardening or grounds maintenance


* Ability to operate gardening equipment (brush cutters, mowers, hedge trimmers etc.)


* Physically fit and able to work outdoors in tropical conditions


* Strong attention to detail and presentation


* Positive attitude and strong work ethic

What we offer


* World class Staff Facilities including excellent accommodation, a dedicated staff pool, staff beach, two gyms, bar, diner, laundry, boutique shop and more.


* An exciting and ever-changing Staff Event Calendar filled with an abundance of recreational activities such as tennis, yoga, meditation, Pilates, group bushwalks, cooking classes, BBQ’s, markets and much more.


* Extensive career development opportunities with dedicated onsite trainers and an abundance of professional development including multi-hire programs, skills training and online IHG courses.


* A great range of employee, friends, and family discount rates across more than 5,300 InterContinental Hotel & Resorts properties.

How to Apply

Please visit our Careers Page for all details regarding living and working on Hayman Island at: https://haymanisland.intercon...