Horticulturist

The Opportunity:

In this hands on role, you will undertake a broad range of horticultural and landscaping activities, including mowing, pruning, planting, weed control, mulching, fertilising, and turf maintenance.

You will assist with the maintenance of ornamental gardens, lawns, hedges, and feature landscapes to a high presentation standard, while safely operating and maintaining horticultural equipment, machinery, and irrigation systems.

The role also supports seasonal planting programs, landscape improvement projects, weed, pest and disease management utilising physical, biological and chemical control methods, and general labouring activities to ensure Council's public spaces remain safe, attractive, and well maintained for the community.

About you:

To be successful in this role you will hold a Certificate III in Horticulture or related discipline and hold contemporary industry knowledge with demonstrated experience in general gardening, grounds and turf maintenance and landscaping practices.

You will be a productive and reliable team member, with a strong safety mindset, good interpersonal skills, and a commitment to delivering quality service to the community.

You will also hold an MR licence.

Whilst not essential, a HR drivers licence and traffic control tickets would be highly regarded.

Benefits:

This is a full-time, permanent role working a 38-hour week, with a base salary range of $65,652 to $72,874 per year based on demonstrated competencies + allowances + 12% super.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• 2 weeks' personal leave & 4 weeks of annual leave
• One extra week of "My Leave" a year (to use how you like!)
• Long Service Leave after five years
• Ongoing training and development
• Fitness Passport
• Healthy Employee Program

To apply:

To apply for this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter.

Questions:

To view the Role Charter and learn more about the position, click Apply Now. If, after reading the Role Charter, you have any questions, please contact contact Glenn Thorley, Coordinator Recreation Works on [0427 488 918](tel:0427 488 918).

Applications close:

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

NB: This role will be known internally as Gardener/Greenkeeper.

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation ([email protected])