Company Description
We’re looking for a hands-on Gardener / Handyperson to join the Engineering team at Pullman Cairns International.
This role suits someone with a garden maintenance background , strong plant knowledge and a practical, hands-on approach. The position is a mix of garden and grounds maintenance, along with handyman and general maintenance duties as part of the Engineering roster.
If you’re coming from standalone gardening, landscaping or site-based work and want something more stable and structured, this role offers consistent hours within a premium, well-maintained 5-star property.
Job Description
The Engineering Team & Environment
Our Engineering team is experienced, practical and proactive. Work is planned, tools and materials are supplied and you’ll be supported by supervisors and trades who know the property inside and out.
The team takes pride in their work, with care and attention to detail applied every day.
You’ll work across landscaped outdoor areas, public spaces and selected indoor areas, maintaining presentation and reliability in line with 5-star standards.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Maintaining gardens, lawns and landscaped areas across the hotel grounds
- Applying horticultural knowledge to plant care, pruning and fertilising
- Mowing, edging, weeding and general garden upkeep
- Monitoring and reporting irrigation issues and plant health
- Maintaining pathways, planters, outdoor furniture and public areas
- Assisting with handyman and general maintenance tasks as part of the Engineering roster
- Supporting preventative maintenance activities across the property
- Working closely with the Engineering team and external contractors
- Ensuring all outdoor and public areas are safe, clean and well-presented
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
- Horticultural qualification or proven experience in gardening, landscaping or grounds maintenance
- Good working knowledge of plants in tropical environments
- Experience or capability in general handyman or maintenance tasks
- Practical, hands-on approach with good attention to detail
- Someone who takes pride in their work and the presentation of their environment
- Reliable, self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team
- Physically fit and comfortable with outdoor and manual work
- Good communication skills and a professional attitude
- Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays
Additional Information
What’s in It for You
- Stable, full-time employment with consistent work
- A balanced role combining gardening and handyman duties
- All tools, equipment and uniform provided (including laundry)
- Supportive and experienced Engineering team
- Well-organised work environment with clear systems and standards
- Work within a premium, well-maintained property
- Access to Accor training, development and long-term career opportunities
Why Join Pullman Cairns Engineering?
This is an opportunity to work in a stable, professional hospitality environment where horticultural knowledge is valued, your work is visible every day and you’re supported by an Engineering team that takes pride in maintaining a 5-star property.
Why work for Accor?
Accor is one of the largest global hospitality businesses, with over 5400 Hotels across 110+ countries, the career development opportunities are endless.
Benefits Your Way
- Access to global accommodation and F&B discounts
- #LearnYourWay with a sophisticated modern training platform, which offers a constantly expanding database of free, industry focused training.
- Recognition of service anniversaries and Accor Tenure Milestones.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion.
We are an inclusive employer, and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and develop diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you are most welcome to let us know.
