Grounds Person

About Sun Metals

Located just 15km from the heart of Townsville, Sun Metals operates one of the world's most advanced zinc refineries. We produce high-quality Special High Grade Zinc and Zinc Alloy, along with valuable by-products including Sulfuric Acid, Copper, Cadmium and Zinc Ferrite. Our operations span the full refining process—Roasting, Leaching, Purification, Electrolysis and Casting—with products supplied to both domestic and international markets.

At Sun Metals, our mission is clear: To be the best zinc refinery in the world. For us, that means leading the industry in three key areas:

• Safety – putting people first every day.
• Environmental Responsibility – protecting the planet as we operate.
• Competitiveness – driving performance, innovation and value.

About the Role

Sun Metals is seeking a motivated and hands-on Grounds Person to join our team. Reporting to the Administration Services team, you will play an important role in maintaining the refinery's extensive grounds and supporting environmental and site compliance activities.

This is a diverse role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is committed to safety and environmental stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

In this role you will:

• Maintain refinery grounds, lawns, gardens, trees, shrubs, fencing, vegetation buffers and grassed areas through mowing, edging, trimming, slashing and general grounds maintenance.
• Carry out weed management and vegetation control, including herbicide application, fertilising and declared weed control.
• Operate, inspect and maintain grounds maintenance equipment, irrigation systems, pumps, bores and associated infrastructure.
• Maintain safe access to environmental monitoring infrastructure including groundwater bores, discharge points, hydrants, tanks and monitoring tracks.
• Support fire management activities by maintaining firebreaks, vegetation buffers and fencelines.
• Assist with drainage maintenance by clearing vegetation and debris while protecting groundcover and preventing erosion.
• Identify and report pest species, invasive weeds, environmental hazards, drainage issues and equipment faults.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support planning and scheduling of seasonal grounds maintenance activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with company procedures and environmental requirements.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current Agricultural Chemicals Distribution Control (ACDC) licence for herbicide application.
• A current LR Driver Licence.
• Chainsaw operation and maintenance certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• A proactive approach to safety, environmental responsibility and continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience

You will bring experience in:

• Grounds and landscape maintenance.
• Lawn mowing, slashing, edging and vegetation management.
• Herbicide and weed control programs.
• Operation and maintenance of irrigation systems and pumps.
• Fence repairs and general property maintenance.
• Safe operation and routine maintenance of grounds maintenance equipment including mowers, brush cutters and chainsaws.

Desirable experience includes:

• Environmental monitoring support activities.
• Routine maintenance of sewage treatment plants.
• Knowledge of declared weed management, firebreak maintenance and erosion control.

Additional Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to maintain the following vaccinations:

• Q Fever, Tetanus, Hepatitis A, and Hepatitis B

What We Offer

At Sun Metals, you'll become part of a supportive team that values safety, integrity and continuous improvement. We offer:

• Competitive remuneration.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A strong safety-first culture.
• Stable, long-term employment with one of the world's most advanced zinc refineries.
• The opportunity to contribute to environmental sustainability and operational excellence.

About Townsville

A thriving coastal port city, Townsville is the largest city in northern Australia and one of Australia's fastest-growing regional centres. The region has a strong and diverse economic base including mining, mineral processing, agriculture, manufacturing, education, tourism, healthcare, government and defence.

With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, World Heritage-listed national parks and lush tropical gardens, Townsville boasts spectacular natural landscapes and is a major gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, the Wet Tropics and the Queensland outback.

Enjoy the relaxed lifestyle, with plenty of great attractions and amazing day trips on offer, perfect for singles, couples and families.

If you're looking for a rewarding outdoor role where you can make a real contribution to the maintenance and presentation of a world-class industrial site, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join the Sun Metals team.