Employment Opportunity:

Grounds Caretaker

Employer Location: Western Australia

Grounds Caretaker

Job Details

WELCOME

Thank you for your interest in the Caretaker position at Camp Kennedy. This Information Pack has been prepared to provide prospective applicants with an overview of Camp Kennedy, its ministry, facilities, and the responsibilities and expectations of the Grounds Caretaker role.

As you read through this information, we encourage you to prayerfully consider whether God may be calling you to serve in this unique ministry opportunity. Camp Kennedy has been welcoming guests, supporting Christian ministry, and creating spaces for faith, fellowship, and community for more than fifty years.

The Grounds Caretaker plays a vital role in ensuring the campsite continues to provide a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for all who visit. If you feel led to apply for this role, please submit the following:

A cover letter outlining your interest in the position
A current CV/resume, including at least three referees
A response addressing the selection criteria contained at the end of this information pack

About Camp Kennedy

Established in 1968, Camp Kennedy is a Christian-led campsite located on the picturesque coastline of Torbay, approximately 25 kilometres west of Albany on Western Australia’s South Coast. Nestled amongst coastal peppermint trees and positioned just off Perkins Beach, the campsite provides accommodation, camping facilities, a dining hall, commercial kitchen, and a variety of spaces designed for fellowship, ministry, and recreation.

For more than five decades, Camp Kennedy has served churches, schools, youth groups, families and community organisations from across Western Australia. Throughout its history, the campsite has provided a place where people can step away from the busyness of everyday life, deepen their faith, and experience rich Christian community in a unique coastal setting.

Surrounded by native bushland and overlooking the stunning South Coast, the campsite offers a peaceful environment that encourages spiritual growth, meaningful connection and renewal. Whether participating in a youth camp, church retreat, school camp, family gathering or ministry event, guests are continually reminded of God’s presence through both creation and community.

Camp Kennedy’s beachfront location provides opportunities that few Christian campsites can offer. From coastal walks and outdoor activities to shared meals, worship gatherings and times of quiet reflection, the site creates memorable experiences that leave a lasting impact on those who visit.

Today, Camp Kennedy continues to be recognised as one of Western Australia’s most treasured Christian camping facilities. Guided by its Christian values and ministry focus, the campsite remains committed to providing a safe, welcoming and Christ-centred environment where people of all ages can encounter God, build lasting relationships and grow in their faith.

Our Ministry and Purpose

Camp Kennedy is much more than a collection of buildings and facilities. It is a ministry dedicated to creating opportunities for people to:

Encounter the Gospel of Jesus Christ
Grow in their faith and discipleship
Experience strong Christian community and build meaningful relationships
Develop leadership and character
Connect with God’s creation
Participate in ministry and mission

Every camp, retreat, school group and church event contributes to this purpose.

The ministry impact of Camp Kennedy extends far beyond its physical boundaries. For many guests, time spent at camp becomes a significant milestone in their spiritual journey. Friendships are formed, faith is strengthened, leaders are developed and lives are changed through experiences that take place within the camp environment.

About the Area

Camp Kennedy is located in Torbay, just 20 minutes west of the major Great Southern town of Albany on Western Australia’s beautiful South Coast. As the largest regional centre in the Great Southern, Albany serves as the region’s commercial, educational and medical hub, offering a wide range of amenities including quality schools, healthcare services, shopping centres, cafés, restaurants, sporting facilities and community organisations. Albany is home to a strong and active Baptist community, with several local Christian churches contributing to the spiritual life of the region. Some of these include Albany Baptist Church, Church of Christ Albany and Oceans Church located in Albany, and Denmark Baptist Church located in nearby Denmark.

The region is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor lifestyle, with iconic attractions such as Middleton Beach, The Gap, Natural Bridge, and the nearby Porongurup and Stirling Ranges. Camp Kennedy’s coastal location provides a peaceful and secluded setting while remaining within easy reach of the services, facilities and opportunities available throughout Albany and the wider Great Southern region.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND OPPORTUNITY

Camp Kennedy is seeking a passionate and capable Grounds Caretaker to help steward this unique Christian campsite. This role combines practical maintenance, hospitality and ministry. The Caretaker will help ensure that the site remains safe, welcoming and prepared to serve its guests. This role includes duties such as:

Grounds Facilities and Maintenance

Maintain lawns, gardens and grounds; includes general landscaping, reticulation, and vegetation management, and basic building maintenance
Monitor and report maintenance issues
Ensure facilities remain clean and presentable

Camp Operations and Hospitality

Prepare facilities for incoming groups
Prepare and serve breakfast meals for camp groups/guests
Monitor campsite infrastructure
Ensure facilities remain operational and safe

Mission and Ministry

Welcome guests and camp groups
Cultivate meaningful relationships within the Christian community and demonstrate a Christ-like witness to all who visit Camp Kennedy
Foster a positive Christian atmosphere
Assist visitors where practical
Represent Camp Kennedy in a professional and Godly manner

Administration

Communicate and coordinate maintenance requirements
Assist management with operational matters

More than simply facility maintenance, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to a ministry that welcomes thousands of guests each year. Through the stewardship of Camp Kennedy’s grounds and facilities, the Caretaker plays an important role in creating an environment where people of all ages can encounter the Gospel, deepen their faith, build meaningful relationships, and experience genuine Christian community.

Looking to the future, Camp Kennedy’s Board is committed to preserving and strengthening the ministry for generations to come. This commitment includes:

Maintaining high-quality facilities
Improving guest experiences
Supporting churches and ministry organisations
Caring for the natural environment
Developing sustainable operations
Preserving the Christian mission and heritage of the campsite

The Camp Kennedy Caretaker will play a key role in helping maintain and develop the campsite with a serving heart while supporting the broader ministry vision of the organisation.

Facilities and Grounds

Camp Kennedy has developed over many years to provide a flexible and functional environment capable of hosting a wide variety of groups and activities. The campsite includes the following amenities that require consistent upkeep:

Accomodation Facilities

Accommodation options suitable for camps, retreats and group bookings. Accommodation types include:

Unpowered and powered caravan/campervan sites
Cabins/Dormitories

Dining and Kitchen Facilities

A central dining area and commercial-style kitchen that allows large groups to gather together for meals and fellowship.

Bathroom and Amenities Facilities

Well-maintained bathroom and ablution facilities, including toilets, showers and accessible amenities, servicing both accommodation guests and campsite users.

Hall

A hall that allows for worship, service, and gathering purposes.

Activity Areas

Open grassed spaces and recreational areas suitable for group activities, games, and outdoor programs.

Beachfront Access

Direct access to Perkins Beach provides opportunities for swimming, beach activities, exploration and appreciation of the spectacular South Coast environment.

Natural Environment

The campsite is surrounded by coastal bushland and mature peppermint trees, creating a peaceful atmosphere that enhances the camp experience and provides natural shade throughout the site.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

This position is full-time based on a standard of 38-hr week. Understandably, the nature of the role will include some flexibility around availability to work (i.e. weekend work), however this will be balanced throughout the week where necessary. Our remuneration package includes a salary, as well as accommodation and amenities provided.

APPLICATION STEPS

If you are interested in this role and passionate about Christian ministry, we would love to be in touch with you. Please address each of the following criteria in your application:

Share a brief overview of your Christian faith journey, including your current church involvement and how your faith influences your daily life.
Outline your experience in property maintenance, groundskeeping, facility management, or other practical roles that have prepared you for this position.
Explain what attracts you to the Camp Kennedy Caretaker role and why you believe you would be a good fit for the Camp Kennedy ministry.
Describe your key strengths and how they would contribute to the ongoing operation, presentation, and ministry of Camp Kennedy.
Provide examples of how you have demonstrated hospitality, service, leadership, or ministry involvement within a church, community, or workplace setting.
Describe your experience working independently, managing competing priorities, and maintaining a high standard of work.
Share any practical skills, qualifications, licences, or trade experience that would assist you in fulfilling the responsibilities of the Caretaker role.

If you have any questions or would like further information about the position, we encourage you to contact the Camp Kennedy Board. Thank you for taking the time to consider this opportunity. We are praying for all applicants as they seek God’s guidance and discernment throughout this process.