**ABOUT US**:
- Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment._
Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.
**ABOUT THE ROLE**:
**Position**
Council is offering a great opportunity for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to work effectively as part of a small team to assist in providing horticultural services and care for a diverse range of Ballina Shire Council open space settings, including parks, gardens and recreational areas to promote and beautify our open spaces for our community.
**To be successful you will bring**
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council's values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and protected.
- Demonstrated experience in horticulture labouring including operation of zero turn mowers and small plant.
- Proven good communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to communicate in a professional and courteous manner.
- Ability to work independently and within a multi-skilled team meeting agreed goals and deadlines.
**The rewards**
- A salary range of $53,400 to $61,300 per annum (plus 11.5% superannuation) dependent upon skills and experience.
- Fitness Passport membership options.
- An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
- An absolute focus on our peoples' safety and well being.
- Learning and career development opportunities.
- Generous Award workplace conditions.
**Specific enquiries**
Jason Vidler | Team Leader Open Spaces | 1300 864 444
📌 Horticulture Labourer
🏢 Ballina Shire Council
📍 Ballina