Certificated Gardener 100940

2 months ago

Broadmeadows, Australia Hume City Council Full time

**$67,038 per annum (Band 3), plus super**, **Permanent Full time**

**Who are we?**

Hume City Council is a leader in local government and is recognised for its innovation, initiative, leadership, service, quality and support for its people and the diverse communities of North-western Melbourne.

Hume employs a diverse workforce of over 1800 people who are passionate about delivering positive outcomes to the community through a vast network of over 100 delivered services and facilities that we are proud to maintain for the public.

**What is a Certificated Gardener for Hume?**

Working as part of the City Parks and Open Spaces department the Certificated Gardener has responsibility to undertake programmed works as a member of the Horticultural Support Unit, to effectively maintain and improve designated areas and surrounds to a high standard. Certificated Gardener Carries out maintenance in district centres, facilities surround and reserves in a safe, efficient and effective manner and in accordance with approved horticultural work practices and standards.

Duties of a Certificated Gardener might include but not limited to:

- Maintain and improve designated areas, grounds, surrounds, reserves and streetscapes.
- Possess adequate knowledge of the equipment to be used, including all safety aspects.
- Assist in the gathering of data for performance indicators to ensure the effective monitoring of the service.
- Work as part of a work group in the maintenance and development of various parks, reserves and other designated areas.

**About You**

As a Certificated Gardener, you will have demonstrable skills and qualifications including but not limited to:

- Certificate in Horticulture and relevant experience.
- Written and oral communication skills including the ability to identify and resolve minor operational problems and issues.
- Experience in record keeping and documentation of works performed.
- Plant identification and culture knowledge including knowledge of indigenous plants.

**Organisation Profile**

Hume City Council is a leader in local government and is recognised for its innovation, initiative, leadership, service, quality, and support for its people. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion and the principles of gender equality.

Our Council recognises the value of the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures to the heritage of all Australians. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and adhere to the Victorian Child Safe Standards and related legislation. Our people are required to observe child safe requirements and support the safety, participation, well-being, and empowerment of children.

Our strong commitment to social justice and the environment provides opportunities for employees to participate in various programs. We offer flexible work arrangements and a range of other employee benefits to support employee's work life balance.

For further information please view the position description or contact **Paul Grimes **on **0423 027 754**.

Applications Close: 02 May 2023

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