Groundsman

Job Description & Skills/Qualifications Required

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

British American Tobacco Samoa has an exciting opportunity for a Groundsman in Apia.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Performing general grounds maintenance, including mowing, weeding, pruning, and landscaping to ensure the premises are well-kept and visually appealing across both Savaii and Upolu compound.
  • Assisting in the maintenance and upkeep of outdoor facilities, including parking areas and walkways, ensuring they are safe and clean.
  • Collecting rubbish from office spaces and segregating it into bins outside, ensuring proper disposal procedures are followed. The rubbish will then be moved to the designated garbage area, ready for collection by garbage trucks.
  • Conducting basic repairs and ensuring tools and equipment, such as lawn mowers and hedge trimmers, are properly maintained and stored.
  • Supporting waste management efforts by disposing of garden waste in a responsible and sustainable manner.
  • Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while handling tools.
  • Coordinating with other team members to support facilities-related projects and activities.

What are we looking for?

  • At least 2 years of experience in grounds keeping or general maintenance work.
  • Basic knowledge of operating and maintaining gardening tools and equipment, such as lawn mowers and hedge trimmers.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality work consistently.  Good time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and other stakeholders.
  • Fluent in both written and verbal communication in English and Samoan.

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions. Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award-winning employee experience at careers.bat.com/en

Applications close 19th December 2025

Job Functions

Gardening & Landscaping

Industry

Manufacturing

Indoor/Outdoor

Indoor, Outdoor