Horticulturalist

Council Jobs; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 71,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Flexible work hours

Study/development assistance

Discounted gym memberships

16 weeks paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Programs

Free onsite parking

Close to Public transport

Job summary

Kingston City Council is seeking a Temporary Part Time Horticulturalist to support open space maintenance in Dingley Village, Melbourne. The role reports to the Horticulture Crew Leader and involves planting, pruning, weeding and safe machinery use.

The team emphasizes collaboration, continuous learning and delivering high-quality garden care across council reserves, roadsides and sports grounds. Hybrid work options are available, with pro rata salary and benefits, and a strong community focus.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in relationship development and effective communication.
• Strong enthusiasm for acquiring knowledge and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Support Crew Leader and team in maintaining Kingston's open space garden beds.
• Foster an environment that encourages open communication and feedback.
• Perform horticultural tasks such as planting, mulching, pruning, weeding and feeding.
• Operate hand tools and machinery safely and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively within the team to undertake scheduled and reactive works.

Skills

Relationship development

Communication

Learning mindset

Job description

• Temporary Part Time Horticulturalist – Dingley Village, Melbourne
• Be a part of a dynamic, versatile and adaptive team.
• Make a difference to the community every day with this high performing team.
• 2 days a week until March 2029
• Band 3 $71,261.55 - $75,680 plus superannuation (pro rata) dependent on experience

About the role

The Horticulture team is responsible for creating and maintaining garden beds and vegetation within council reserves, roadsides, shopfronts, council buildings and sports grounds.

We are seeking an Open Space professional to join the Horticulture Team. Reporting to the Horticulture Crew Leader, your role is to:

• Support your Crew Leader and team in maintaining Kingston's open space garden beds
• Help foster an environment that encourages open communication, sharing of ideas and feedback
• Perform horticultural tasks such as planting, mulching, pruning, weeding and feeding
• Carry out tasks with safe and efficient use of hand tools and various machinery
• Communicate effectively within the team to undertake scheduled and reactive works

Your Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated expertise in relationship development and effective communication
• Strong enthusiasm for acquiring knowledge and continuous learning

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston's values of

• We make a difference | We show care and respect | We take pride in our work | We are better together

Enquiries: For any inquiries about the position, please contact Scott Nagel, Horticulture Coordinator ***********@kingston.vic.gov.au

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at ***************@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston

Kingston Council's collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why you'll love working for us?

• Hybrid work options - average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
• Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
• Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Close to Public transport
• Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.