Team Member Qualified Parks

City of Parramatta; Sydney; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-Day Fortnight

Free Parking at Rydalmere Operations C

Free Onsite Gym

Uniform Provided

Learning and Training Opportunities

14 weeks paid parental leave

Long Service Leave after 5 years

Extra leave at Christmas and health &

Job summary

City of Parramatta is seeking a qualified horticulturalist for a hands-on role maintaining parks, gardens and open spaces. You will use your technical horticultural knowledge to undertake landscaping improvements, operate mowing equipment, and apply industry best practices to deliver safe, attractive spaces for the community.

The role requires Certificate III in Horticulture (or higher), NSW MR Driver Licence and a White Card.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Horticulture or higher is required.
• NSW MR Driver Licence is required.
• White Card is required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake park and landscaping works to uplift key parks in the area.
• Make decisions and apply best practices of horticulture and industry.
• Operate mowing equipment and attachments to maintain parks and open spaces.
• Inspect parks and facilities to ensure safety and presentation.
• Record work and report issues using Council's digital systems

Skills

Practical horticulture

Plant knowledge

Mowing equipment operation

Physical fitness

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture or higher

Tools

NSW MR Driver Licence

White Card

Job description

Work type: Outdoor, 38 hrs per week, 9 Day Fortnight
Salary: Weekly rate from $1,458 to $1,605 plus 12% superannuation plus allowance as per the award
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Closing date: 9pm, Thursday 19th November 2026

This is a great opportunity to join City of Parramatta's Parks Operations Team and play a hands-on role in maintaining and enhancing our parks, open spaces and community assets.

About the role

As a qualified team member, you will play a hands-on role in maintaining and enhancing Parramatta's parks, gardens and open spaces.

Bringing your technical horticultural knowledge and practical experience, you will undertake landscaping improvements, operate mowing and plant equipment, and apply industry best practice to create safe, attractive and high-quality green spaces for our community.

Role Responsibilities:

• Undertake Park and landscaping embellishment works to uplift key parks in our area.
• Make decisions and implement work practices in line with best practices of the Horticultural, trade and industry.
• Operating mowing equipment and powered attachments to maintain park and open spaces across the LGA.
• Inspecting parks and facilities to help ensure they remain safe, usable and well‑presented.
• Using Council's digital systems (including iPad‑based software) to record work, complete checklists and report issues.

What's on offer

We are offering an attractive weekly rate from $1, 458 to $1,605 plus 12% superannuation.

This position will attract allowances in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2026, this could include the Adverse Working Conditions Level Allowance.

In addition, City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:

• 9-Day Fortnight
• Free Parking at Rydalmere Operations Centre
• Free Onsite Gym
• Uniform Provided
• Learning and Training Opportunities wellbeing programs to further your career
• 14 weeks paid parental leave.
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Significant leave benefits (3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, including 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)

About You

We are looking for a qualified and experienced horticulturalist who is passionate about creating and maintaining high-quality parks and gardens.

You will also bring:

• Demonstrated knowledge of horticultural and parks and gardens practices and principles.
• Extensive plant knowledge including natives and the ability to identify plants using Botanical names
• Experience operating small plant and mowing equipment safely and efficiently.
• The ability to undertake the physical requirements of the role.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to assist other teams when needed.

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including:

Qualifications/Licences:

• Certificate Ill qualification in Horticulture or higher.
• NSW MR Driver Licence
• Construction industry certificate "White Card"

Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description. For a confidential discussion, please contact Richard Dinse via email ***********@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo the below pre‑employment compliance checks:

Pre‑employment medical:

Pre‑Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test.

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol‑free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging

At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We're building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment - contact ***********@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Eligibility:

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.