Horticulturist

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia City of Canterbury Bankstown Full time
Overview

Be among the first 25 applicants. Get AI-powered advice on this job and exclusive features. The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with diverse communities. We deliver 28 key services to over 380,000 residents.

The Role

A rewarding opportunity to join our team as a Horticulturist. You will work as part of a team focusing on the maintenance and improvement of Council's Parks, Gardens, and landscaped areas, with a focus on Sylvan Grove Native Gardens. This opportunity is offered on a permanent full-time basis.

Duties

  • Maintain gardens including annuals, native & non-native plants, high-profile areas, traffic facilities and other landscaped areas in accordance with service requirements, service agreements, rosters and programs.
  • Provide recommendations for mulching, watering, maintenance, embellishment and improvement; implement as required.
  • Provide on-the-job skills development and training to staff.
  • Undertake risk and hazard assessments of areas under the crew's control and take corrective action where necessary.
  • Identify, report and rectify landscape deficiencies, especially in gardens and landscape maintenance.
  • Provide assistance and advice to Council, management, staff, customers and the community when necessary.
  • Ensure all works under the position holder's control are completed within timeframes.
  • Finalise completion of works requests as allocated.
  • For a full list of duties, review the position description.

You will have

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Horticulture or a similar field
  • Current Class C Drivers Licence
  • Chemical Users Accreditation Certificate or equivalent
  • Experience in gardens maintenance
  • Skills and experience necessary to fulfil the role, responsibilities, duties and competency requirements of the position

Salary

The salary range starts at $71,820 (Grade D, Step 1) + AWACA + 12% super. Salary may be negotiable depending on skills and experience.

What's in it for you

  • Permanent full-time opportunity
  • Scheduled Day Off
  • Contribute to making a positive impact on the community
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Access to employee Health and Wellbeing Programs

For more information, contact Brett Luth (Coordinator Open Space South) at brett.luth@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

How to apply

Submit your application via the 'Apply' button below and create a login using your email address to upload:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter explaining suitability with demonstrated examples

Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 14 September 2025.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check. Applicants must have Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights.

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