Horticulture Specialist

Full-time, ongoing opportunity located in Kew
Be a part of our customer centric Parks & Gardens Team who are proud in supporting our community
$71,312 - $76,789 (excl super) + 9-day fortnight
About Boroondara
At the City of Boroondara, we care for Melbourne’s finest heritage gardens and open spaces - from grand, formal landscapes that attract visitors from across the state to carefully designed streetscapes that make our neighbourhoods thrive. Our Parks & Gardens team is recognised for delivering exceptional results, and we’re looking for an experienced horticultural professional to join this high-performing crew.
About the role
Deliver high-level horticultural care in formal and heritage gardens
Make informed plant selection decisions suited to our climate and community needs
Operate and maintain modern irrigation systems
Contribute to cross-departmental projects that make Boroondara greener and more beautiful
**Why you’ll love working here**:
Staff benefits that go beyond the standard - discounted gym and pool memberships, study assistance, leadership development programs, and the option to purchase additional leave
A voice that’s heard - we act on staff feedback
Clear pathways for career progression, with succession planning and leadership opportunities
A supportive team culture where excellence is celebrated and your expertise is valued
About you
Here, you’ll be entrusted with your own geographic patch - a chance to take ownership, make decisions, and see your work come to life. You’ll be supported by a team that values skill, initiative, and collaboration, and you’ll enjoy the satisfaction of working on some of the most prestigious gardens in the country.
Please refer to the position description for more information.
Employment requirements
Applicants must have unlimited rights to work in Australia.
Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check, Working with Children and Medical Assessment.
How to Apply
Working together
We are currently undertaking an exciting project that will see a transformation in the way we work and the way we serve our customers. Implementation of the Transforming Boroondara Program will provide a customer centric model of service delivery that includes technological innovation, process improvement and business system renewal - we value your input and look forward to our journey ahead.
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