Overview
Opportunities for training and development. Ongoing permanent position within government. Work outdoors in public spaces and parks. Local government roles with paid training through TAFE or on-the-job experience.
Responsibilities
- Deliver expert advice and friendly service to diverse nursery customers.
- Support customers, maintain nursery displays, and care for native plants in a hands-on, team-focused horticulture role.
- Nurture native plants for parks and public spaces; work outdoors with purpose and variety every day.
- Assist in grounds maintenance tasks in parks, gardens and open green spaces; contribute to keeping public areas attractive and welcoming.
- Prune and maintain trees and plantings as part of urban green spaces where applicable.
- Participate in a team that values growth, collaboration and community outcomes.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Certificate II in Horticulture or related field commonly referenced for entry-level horticulture roles (as part of traineeships or on-the-job training).
- Cert II or III in Parks, Landscape or Turf Maintenance (as applicable to specific roles).
- Experience or interest in outdoor work, plant care, and customer service is valued.
Benefits & Conditions
- Salary ranges vary by position and location (examples observed: $36,800.40 – $58,000+ per year; up to $72,630.73 gross per annum in some roles) with superannuation where applicable.
- 9-day fortnights, rostered days off, adaptable working arrangements, and other benefits such as health and wellbeing programs.
- All PPE provided, uniforms and safety boots; opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Permanent full-time opportunities in various councils and health/government departments; some roles offer apprenticeships or traineeships with on-the-job experience and TAFE attendance.
Locations & Sectors
- Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and other regions; roles in public greenspaces, botanic gardens, parks and nurseries under local government or health departments.
How to Apply
Apply now to start or grow your career in local government, horticulture, and public spaces maintenance. Open to applicants seeking long-term local government roles and opportunities for professional development.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Government & Defence
🏢 All Green
📍 Geelong