Field Officer Horticulturalist - Tree Establishment & Mowing

City of Tea Tree Gully; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 75,220 - 76,478; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive and inclusive team environment

Career development and training opportunities

Impactful community contributions

Job summary

A local government council in Adelaide is looking for a motivated Field Officer Horticulturalist to join their Tree Establishment & Mowing Team. The role focuses on mowing and supports various horticultural tasks, including tree planting. Essential requirements include an MR licence and Certificate III in Horticulture. The salary range is $75,220 to $76,478 plus superannuation. The council values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• MR licence required for job responsibilities.
• TTM/WZTM certification is needed for traffic management.
• Must have WHS induction (White Card) for safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in mowing and grounds maintenance tasks effectively.
• Support tree planting and watering initiatives in the city.
• Collaborate with team members for high-quality service delivery.
• Provide customer service that meets community needs.

Skills

MR licence

Temporary Traffic Management / Work Zone Traffic Management

Construction Induction/White Card

Certificate III in Horticulture or Arboriculture

Excavator ticket

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture or Arboriculture

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our Tree Establishment & Mowing Team. While the primary focus of this role is on mowing, the successful candidate will also contribute to a variety of horticultural and grounds maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Grounds Maintenance: Participate in front and mid-deck mowing, tractor cutting, and broadleaf spraying at various locations within the City of Tea Tree Gully.
• Support Tree Planting/Watering: Assist in planting 1,600-2,000 trees annually across streets and reserves when mowing duties slow.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with team members to ensure high-quality outcomes and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Customer Service: Deliver timely, community-focused service while maintaining high operational and safety standards.

Position Description - Field Officer Horticulturalist - Tree Establishment & Mowing

Essential Requirements

• MR licence
• Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) / Work Zone Traffic Management (WZTM)
• Construction Induction/Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White Card)
• Certificate III in Horticulture or Arboriculture
• Excavator ticket, or willingness to obtain
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment and police check

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities for career development and training
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in your local community
• A progressive, service-oriented organisation that values innovation and excellence

We are committed to recruiting and retaining highly motivated and professional individuals who provide our residents with the highest level of service.

Salary range is between $75,220 to $76,478 plus superannuation guarantee and will be negotiated commensurate with skills, experience and qualifications.

Applications close 5pm Thursday 23 April 2026. For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Scott Howarth on 0447 564 786.

We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and diverse abilities, to apply. Please let us know about any adjustments that would help you to be your best self during the selection process. We welcome conversations towards workplace adjustments.