Department for Environment and WaterJob reference: 701235Location: 5000 - ADELAIDEJob status: OngoingEligibility: Open to EveryoneHorticulturalist – Grow with Purpose!
Where every day is a chance to shape livinglandscapes.We're looking for three passionateHorticulturalists to join our dynamic team — andmake a real impact in some of South Australia's most iconicgardens!
Two positions at Mount Lofty BotanicGardenOne position at Adelaide BotanicGardenWhat you'll get your hands dirtywith:Applying best-practice horticulture across curatedgardensTree and turf care, plant health, and biosecuritymanagementIrrigation and smart water practicesSupporting plant curation, records, and labellingEvent prep, site activation, and visitor supportGeneral site maintenance — from pruning toproblem-solving!
What you'll bring:Solid horticultural know-how (ideally in a botanic oramenity garden setting)A love for plants, precision, and purposeTeam spirit and willingness to mentorapprentices/traineeA keen eye for safety, presentation, and publicexperienceBonus points for knowledge of plant records, irrigationsystems, or biosecurity!
Three roles.
Two stunning locations.
One rewardingcareer.
Apply now and grow with us.What can we offer you!
Working in an organisation that is contributing tosignificant environmental outcomes in the great state of SouthAustralia!
Be part of a fun, cooperative and supportive team.Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.Salary Sacrifice Benefits.Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Meaningful and rewarding careerContract:Three Ongoing Contracts AvailableEssential Qualifications: Certificate III inHorticulture (Trade Level Qualifications)Special Conditions:May be required to participate in fire management andassociated duties.The incumbent may be assigned to a position, with anotherteam or at another site to that advertised dependentonorganisational and individual developmentrequirements.Organisational uniform is to be worn and maintained.Current class "C" driver's licence, Senior First Aidcertification, current licences, permits and an ability tosafely operate a 4wd, horticultural machinery and use PPE isessential.May be required to work outside of normal working hours,including weekends and public holidaysThis role has functions pertaining to working with childrenand is prescribed under the Child Safety (Prohibited Person)Act 2016 as requiring a Working with Children Check (WWCC).
Byapplying for this role you consent to being screened forappropriate behaviour and to the Department obtaining, orrequiring you to obtain a WWCC.Remuneration:GSE5, $60,060 min - $60,663.20 max p.a.Enquiries to:Mark Oborn, ****** 604 249Application Instructions:Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, CV andletter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Technical,Professional/Knowledge and Experience (including qualifications) asoutlined in the Role Description.The Department for Environment and Water is committed tobuilding a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We encourageapplications from people with diverse backgrounds including allages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander,people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse andLGBTIQA+.
Applications close: 12/10/2025 11:45 PMAttachments:- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf- RD BGSH GSE5 Horticulturist FINAL 2025.pdfFlexibility StatementThe South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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📌 Horticulturalist
🏢 Government Of South Australia
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