(Only 24h Left) Nursery Supervisor

3 days ago


City of Melbourne, Australia City of Monash Full time

Nursery Supervisor

Full Time

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Job no: 495655
Categories: Government and Defence

- Permanent Full-Time position, (38 Hours/week)
- Salary - Band 5 from $80,978 + Superannuation + RDO + overtime + industry training
- Based In Notting Hill

Do you like to work independently within the nursery industry and still actively liaise with a highly skilled diverse horticultural team? Do you strive to make a difference by positively contributing to the environment?

Well, an exciting, unique opportunity exists to join the City of Monash team as Nursery Supervisor

The Horticultural Services department creates, enhances and presents highly valued green spaces and places, that our community are proud of.

As Nursery Supervisor you will be integral to delivering a strong, proactive and progressive range of annual planting programs across multiple teams which in turn increases biodiversity and liveability within the city.

About the Position

You will play a key part in delivering Council’s greening and biodiversity objectives by -

- Co-ordinating the ordering, supply and dispatch of stock for planting programs by liaising with nominated council officers on the selection and quantity requirements
- Leading Council’s Indigenous Seed Bank program which includes seed collection, propagation, and maintenance of a local provenance seed bank
- Propagation, growing and maintenance of a wide range of plant species including indoor and indigenous species
- Maintaining Council’s nursery assets and facilities in line with best practise industry standards
- Utilising excellent communication skills to successfully foster relationships with internal/external stakeholders, contractors, customers and suppliers
- Provide information, guidance and specialist advice on plant species and nursery related issues where technical and practical solutions are required

Skills and Experience

- Experience in Nursery horticultural practices including propagation, plant identification, and general horticultural maintenance including indoor plants
- Experience in indigenous plant identification, seed collection, propagation, and maintenance of a local provenance seed bank
- Well-developed interpersonal communication skills and able to communicate effectively with internal/external customers, stakeholders, and suppliers
- Demonstrated experience managing time and prioritising work in response to both organisational needs and peak season demands
- Demonstrated ability to ensure effective and safe operation of Council’s nursery which includes the propagation and maintenance of plants and nursery infrastructure
- Knowledge of and ability to implement relevant and changing nursery technologies including irrigation systems, climate control and evolving work practises
- Excellent knowledge of local indigenous flora which includes seed collection, propagation, and seed bank management
- Well versed in plant procurement, computer literacy skills, and business software packages related to nursery management

Requirements

- Relevant industry qualification in Horticulture and/or Conservation with demonstrated relatable experience
- Physically fit to undertake all manual handling operations
- AgVet Chemicals Users Course/ACUP or willingness to obtain
- Pre-employment Medical Assessment
- Employee Working with Children’s Check
- Satisfactory National Police Check
- Valid Right to Work in Australia

Benefits

- Access to supportive and experienced leaders that care for development and wellbeing
- Vibrant health and well-being programs
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
- Flexible working arrangements
- Training and development opportunities
- Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

Apply for this opportunity

Please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experiences and how it relates to the role.

Interviews will be conducted throughout the advertisement period with the emphasis on hiring the successful candidate as soon as possible.

Applications close Sunday 19 October 2025 11:55pm

Monash Council is committed to a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, please let us know through your application or email talent@monash.vic.gov.au.

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.

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