Horticultural Tradesperson — Open Space Maintenance

Cumberland Council; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in New South Wales is seeking a Tradesperson - Horticulturist to maintain the Auburn Botanic Gardens and ensure community satisfaction. The role requires relevant trade qualifications, experience in park maintenance, and skills in operating horticultural equipment. This full-time position also offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development. Applications should be submitted with necessary qualifications before the specified closing date.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Training and professional development opportunities

Access to Aquatic Centres

Corporate Health Insurance discounts

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualifications are required.
• Experience in park maintenance and related issues.
• Demonstrated ability to plan horticultural maintenance.
• Ability to operate maintenance related small plant and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Council’s Auburn Botanic Gardens.
• Ensure customer and community satisfaction.
• Coordinate resources for best practice horticultural maintenance.

Skills

Park maintenance

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Trade Based Apprenticeship Certificate III in Parks and Gardens Horticulture Turf Management or Landscape Construction

Current ChemCert qualification

Current General Induction for Construction Work in NSW (white card)

Tools

Small hand tools

Power tools

Job description

A local council in New South Wales is seeking a Tradesperson - Horticulturist to maintain the Auburn Botanic Gardens and ensure community satisfaction. The role requires relevant trade qualifications, experience in park maintenance, and skills in operating horticultural equipment. This full-time position also offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development. Applications should be submitted with necessary qualifications before the specified closing date.