Plant Conservation Specialist

3 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeHorticulture Full time $64,324 - $71,161
About the Role

The Royal Botanic Gardens Board is seeking a skilled Horticulturist to join its Nursery team at Cranbourne Gardens.

This fixed-term, full-time position will play a key role in delivering nursery activities and supporting the RBGV bushfire recovery program.

As part of this role, you will provide technical support for targeted plant production, conservation horticulture activities, and branch objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with the delivery of nursery activities
  • Supporting the RBGV bushfire recovery program
  • Providing technical expertise for plant production and conservation horticulture

To be successful in this role, you will require:

  • A passion for horticulture and conservation
  • Strong technical skills and knowledge of plant production and conservation
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

We are looking for a motivated and experienced horticulturist who can contribute to our team's success.

Your skills and experience will be essential in achieving our goals and making a positive impact on our community. If you are passionate about horticulture and conservation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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