Horticulturist

6 hours ago

City of Rockingham, Australia Careers at Council Full time
Overview

Horticulturist role at Careers at Council, City of Rockingham, Western Australia. Permanent, full-time position (average of 38 hours per week).

Responsibilities
  • Assist in the implementation of the City's winter tree planting program for parks, reserves and streetscapes.
  • Make informed technical and operational decisions and provide support, leadership and advice to staff members and apprentices as required.
  • Plant trees and perform staking and tying, install water wells or mulch bowls, weed, water and undertake minor formative pruning.
  • Work to daily maintenance schedules and safely operate a variety of horticultural equipment.
Qualifications
  • Certificate III in Horticulture or relevant experience in a Parks maintenance environment appropriate to position requirements
  • Current 'LR' class driver's licence
  • Construction Induction Training (White Card)
  • Sound communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of workplace safety and health regulations
  • Relevant practical experience in landscape/amenity horticulture
Remuneration and Benefits
  • Weekly wage of $1,488 (gross) including all allowances and penalty rates
  • 12% superannuation with the option to co-contribute up to a further 5%
  • A variety of health and wellbeing programs including a physical health reimbursement subsidy up to $200 per annum, free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mental health programs and EAP services
  • Flexible working arrangements, rostered days off and two additional paid days of absence per annum
  • Training/development opportunities including paid study leave and study fees; salary packaging options
Additional Information

An information package is available on the City of Rockingham website. Applications remain open until a suitable pool of candidates exists. The vacancy may close without notice.

The process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions within the City during the next 12 months. If you require adjustments or support for your application and recruitment process, contact the Recruitment Team at or

The City of Rockingham encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, people living with disability and people who speak a language other than English.


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