Mitchell Shire Council is at the forefront of Victoria's growth story. Located just 40 minutes from Melbourne, we're renowned for our scenic beauty that's rich in history and heritage.
Our municipality boasts a mix of beautiful natural landscapes, townships and emerging communities in some of Australia's fastest-growing suburbs.
This is an opportunity to join a supportive organisation in an area with a projected population growth of 181,591 people.
**About the Opportunity**
Maintaining Mitchell Shire's open spaces gives staff the ability to deliver a multitude of tasks each day, including pruning, planting, mulching, mowing, brush cutting, installing irrigation and cleaning main streets.
This role is a permanent, full-time opportunity with a fortnightly RDO.
The successful applicant will be highly motivated, passionate about horticulture and have a proven work history in the field.
They will add to an existing positive culture and contribute to maintaining Mitchell Shire's open spaces.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and teamwork skills, as well as a high level of physical fitness.
**About You**
As a Community and Horticulture Professional, you will play a key role in ensuring Mitchell Shire's open spaces are well-maintained and visually appealing.
You will work collaboratively with other teams to achieve this goal, and your passion for horticulture will shine through in everything you do.
**Requirements**
• Highly motivated and passionate about horticulture
• Proven work history in the field
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• High level of physical fitness
• Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check