Facilities and Grounds Officer

Contribute to the maintenance of our facilities and grounds ensuring every adventure is safe, memorable, and aligned with CYC Adventures’ standards and values....

About CYC Adventures

CYC is a faith based outdoor education and group accommodation organisation with a head office on the Gold Coast. We facilitate programs in southeast Queensland and northern NSW all year round.

Our staff are our greatest asset, and as committed Christians, they seek to demonstrate the love of Christ to all our guests. Our mission is to deliver excellent programs, delivering key outcomes, through a Christian worldview

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced facilities and grounds people to support the day-to-day operations at our Gold Coast site. You will contribute to the maintenance of our facilities and grounds ensuring every adventure is safe, memorable, and aligned with CYC Adventures’ standards and values. This is an influential role that combines people leadership, operations, safety management, and community engagement in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the maintenance and upkeep of all facilities, grounds, buildings, boats, vehicles, and outdoor equipment.
• Implement preventive maintenance plans, inspections, and asset registers; manage servicing, repairs, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and local regulations; coordinate regular safety audits and risk assessments.
• Manage site security, access control, lighting, signage, and incident reporting processes.
• Support waste management, landscaping, irrigation, and outdoor space optimization processes
• Contribute to operational continuity and business continuity planning; support events, group bookings, and outdoor programs.
• Maintain a strong emphasis on guest experience, accessibility, and sustainability (recycling, energy efficiency, water conservation).

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in facilities management, groundskeeping, or a similar role
• Knowledge of workplace safety, OH&S requirements, risk management, and incident reporting.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multi-tasking skills; ability to prioritise under pressure.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities; capable of supervising a diverse team.
• Basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and trades literacy; certification in relevant fields is advantageous.
• Certificate IV in Asset/Facilities Management, Property Services, or related field is desirable; other relevant qualifications considered.
• Valid QLD driver’s license or ability to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing professional development
• A dynamic, outdoor-focused work environment with meaningful guest impact
• Employee benefits in line with company policies
• Access to gear and program discounts
• A supportive, safety-first team culture with regional leadership backing
• Onsite accommodation

How to Apply

• Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience, leadership approach, and why you’re excited to join CYC Adventures, via the 'Apply to this Job' button below.
• Include any relevant certifications (First Aid/CPR, risk management, activity-specific qualifications) and references.

Application deadline: 30 April 2026