Gardener - Hamilton

Southern Grampians Shire Council; Hamilton; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

We encourage personal and professional

Work / life balance

Safe work environment

Flexible work arrangements

9 day fortnight

Job summary

Southern Grampians Shire Council is seeking a Gardener to maintain and enhance parks, gardens, reserves and open spaces across Hamilton and surrounding areas. The role is hands-on, outdoors, and involves working as part of the Parks & Gardens team to deliver attractive, safe public spaces.

The position requires practical horticultural skills, a current Victorian Driver Licence, and a commitment to safety. The role is full-time fixed-term until 5 April 2027 with a competitive Band 3 pay rate.

Qualifications

• Experience in parks, gardens, landscaping or outdoor spaces.
• Ability to operate and maintain gardening tools and equipment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Current Victorian Driver Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain parks, gardens, reserves and public spaces.
• Mowing, brush cutting, edging and general grounds work.
• Planting, pruning, mulching and bed maintenance.
• Weed control and horticultural activities.
• Operate and maintain relevant plant, machinery and equipment.
• Assist with landscape establishment and improvements.
• Support seasonal maintenance and collaborate with the team.

Skills

Outdoor work experience

Tool & equipment handling

Workplace safety

Team player

Victorian Driver Licence

Education

Horticultural qualifications/licences

Job description

Location: Central Sector - Hamilton Depot

Job Category: Operations

Band 3 - $34.76 - $37.20 excluding superannuation and allowances

Full-Time Fixed-Term until 5 April 2027

Love working outdoors and take pride in creating great community spaces?

We’re looking for a motivatedGardenerto join our team and help maintain and enhance the parks, gardens, reserves, and open spaces enjoyed by our community.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys variety, working outdoors, and being part of a team that takes pride in delivering attractive, safe and welcoming public spaces.

What you’ll be doing

As part of our Parks & Gardens team, you’ll contribute to the day-to-day presentation and maintenance of our outdoor spaces. Your work may include:

• Maintaining parks, gardens, reserves and other public open spaces
• Mowing, brush cutting, edging and general grounds maintenance
• Planting, pruning, mulching and maintaining trees, shrubs and garden beds
• Weed control and general horticultural activities
• Operating and maintaining relevant plant, machinery and equipment
• Assisting with the establishment and improvement of landscaped areas
• Supporting seasonal and programmed maintenance activities
• Working safely and efficiently as part of a practical, collaborative team.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who enjoys getting stuck in and takes genuine pride in their work. Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Experience in parks, gardens, horticulture, landscaping, grounds maintenance or a similar outdoor environment
• Practical skills and confidence using relevant tools, plant and equipment
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills and a positive, can-do approach
• A current Victorian Driver Licence
• Relevant horticultural qualifications, licences or tickets would be highly regarded.

This position will be required to work at Dunkeld and Glenthompson.

Benefits of working at Council:

• We encourage personal and professional growth
• We understand the importance of work / life balance
• We are committed to providing a safe work environment
• We offer flexible work arrangements
• We offer a 9 day fortnight

Working at Southern Grampians Shire Council provides great work life balance, competitive remuneration, salary sacrifice, access to health and wellbeing programs, and access to further training and development opportunities. We are a child safe organisation.

Further information for this role can be obtained by contacting Jason Mulleyvia phone on 0417 301 706.

Full details of this position are in the position description attached below.

Applications close: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 9.00am