Site Assistant

Flintwood Disability | Flintwood Farm / Romein’s Retreat 15 hours per week | 3 hours per day, 5 days per week | Flexible scheduling available as required

Flintwood Disability is seeking a reliable, practical and hands-on Site Assistant to support the day-to-day care and maintenance of our farm environment at Flintwood Farm / Romein’s Retreat.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, caring for animals, maintaining gardens and grounds, and contributing to a clean, safe and welcoming environment for participants, staff and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

Animal Care

• Feed and provide fresh water to animals each day.
• Monitor animal health and wellbeing, and report any concerns.
• Clean and maintain animal enclosures, feeding areas, and water containers.
• Ensure animal areas are clean, safe, and secure.

Garden & Grounds Maintenance

• Assist with watering, weeding, planting, pruning, and general garden care.
• Maintain lawns, pathways, and outdoor areas.
• Remove garden waste and report any pest, disease, or maintenance concerns.
• Assist with pool area cleaning and upkeep.

Farm & Site Maintenance

• Maintain a clean, tidy, and well-presented farm environment.
• Complete basic maintenance tasks and care for tools and equipment.
• Help maintain animal enclosures, gardens, and farm facilities.
• Report hazards, damaged equipment, or maintenance issues promptly.

B&B & Guest Accommodation

• Prepare guest accommodation, including cleaning and making beds.
• Assist with purchasing supplies and guest check-ins when required.
• Ensure accommodation areas are clean, safe, and welcoming.

General Duties

• Monitor and order site, garden, and animal care supplies.
• Assist contractors and maintenance personnel as required.
• Complete routine site duties, including waste management and general upkeep.

Work Health and Safety

The successful applicant will:

• Follow Flintwood’s Work Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Use PPE, tools, equipment, and chemicals safely and as instructed.
• Apply safe manual handling practices and maintain a safe work environment.
• Report hazards, incidents, injuries, animal welfare concerns, and maintenance issues promptly.
• Ensure all animal care, gardening, and farm activities are carried out safely.
• Ensure animal care, gardening, and farm activities are undertaken safely.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Practical, hands-on, and willing to take initiative.
• Interested in animal care, gardening, farm work, and outdoor environments.
• Experienced in, or willing to learn, gardening, grounds maintenance, animal care, or similar practical skills.
• Physically capable of performing routine outdoor and manual tasks safely.
• Organised, detail-focused, and committed to maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Knowledgeable about workplace safety, manual handling, and the safe use of tools and equipment.
• Professional and respectful when working with participants, colleagues, visitors, and contractors.

Why Join Flintwood Disability?

• Consistent part-time hours with a reliable and supportive work schedule.
• Work in a unique farm environment, combining meaningful support work with outdoor activities.
• Be part of a collaborative team that values learning, development, and practical skill-building.
• Make a real difference by creating positive experiences and opportunities for people with disability.
• Enjoy Not-for-Profit benefits, including salary packaging options (subject to eligibility).

Apply Now

If you are a reliable, practical and motivated person who enjoys working with animals, gardening and the outdoors, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience in animal care, gardening, farm work, grounds maintenance, cleaning or a similar role.

Flintwood Disability is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

To support a fair and efficient recruitment process, applications and enquiries should be submitted online. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly.

We will begin reviewing applications as they are received and may contact suitable candidates prior to the closing date. All applicants will be contacted by the closing date listed.