Gardener - Certificate III | 9-day Fortnight, Flexible Hours

Northern Grampians Shire Council; St Arnaud; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly RDO

Flexible work arrangements

Training and development

Salary packaging

Parental leave

EAP

Job summary

Northern Grampians Shire Council is seeking a Gardener (Certificate III) to join our Parks and Gardens team in St Arnaud, regional Victoria. The role is a temporary full-time position covering parental leave, offering a supportive workplace, flexible arrangements and ongoing professional development.

You will maintain and enhance parks, gardens and public spaces, operate horticultural equipment, manage turf and irrigation, and contribute to safe, high-quality outdoor environments for our

Qualifications

• Certificate of proficiency in Horticulture
• Minimum four years on-the-job training
• Demonstrated turf management, horticultural practices, arboriculture and plant identification
• Experience operating mowers, brush cutters, edgers, chainsaws, ride-on mowers, tractors and related implements
• Knowledge of irrigation systems, herbicides, fertilisers and landscape maintenance techniques
• Current Victorian Driver's Licence (minimum Light Truck)
• Strong commitment to safety and safe operating practices
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Sound communication skills and a customer-focused approach
• Passion for creating attractive public spaces

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve parks, gardens, roadsides and council property surrounds
• Plant and care for street trees and landscaped areas
• Prepare sporting and recreation grounds for community events
• Manage turf, irrigation and seasonal garden improvements
• Operate and maintain horticultural equipment and machinery
• Keep accurate records and assist with material requisitions
• Contribute to a safe work environment and high-quality community spaces

Job description

Northern Grampians Shire Council is seeking a Gardener (Certificate III) to join our Parks and Gardens team in St Arnaud, regional Victoria. The role is a temporary full-time position covering parental leave, offering a supportive workplace, flexible arrangements and ongoing professional development.

You will maintain and enhance parks, gardens and public spaces, operate horticultural equipment, manage turf and irrigation, and contribute to safe, high-quality outdoor environments for our