Parks Horticulturist — 9‑Day Fortnight, Outdoor Impact

Sutherland Shire Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38-hour week

9-day fortnight

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking a motivated Horticulturist to maintain parks, gardens and open spaces across the Shire. You will plant, mulch, water, fertilise, weed, and perform turf maintenance while operating equipment and ensuring safety and quality standards.

You will apply chemicals per legislation, report defects, and deliver excellent customer service to residents. A 38-hour week with a 9-day fortnight supports work–life balance and professional development.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Horticulture or equivalent qualification.
• ChemCert (AQF3) or equivalent qualification.
• NSW White Card.
• Current Class MR Licence, or willingness to obtain within six months of appointment.
• Experience in horticultural maintenance or a similar role.
• Sound knowledge of horticultural practices and chemical application.
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining parks, gardens, streetscapes and open spaces across the Shire.
• Undertaking planting, mulching, watering, fertilising and weed control activities.
• Performing turf maintenance, including mowing, whipper snipping and turf renovations.
• Operating and maintaining horticultural equipment, machinery and vehicles.
• Applying horticultural chemicals in accordance with legislative and Council requirements.
• Conducting site safety assessments and following safe work practices.
• Identifying and reporting asset defects and maintenance needs.
• Delivering professional and courteous customer service to residents and stakeholders.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture

ChemCert AQF3

NSW White Card

MR Licence

Job description

Sutherland Shire Council is seeking a motivated Horticulturist to maintain parks, gardens and open spaces across the Shire. You will plant, mulch, water, fertilise, weed, and perform turf maintenance while operating equipment and ensuring safety and quality standards.

You will apply chemicals per legislation, report defects, and deliver excellent customer service to residents. A 38-hour week with a 9-day fortnight supports work–life balance and professional development.