Turf and Horticultural Maintenance Officer

4 days ago

Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

Stromlo Forest Park (SFP) is managed jointly with the National Arboretum Canberra and enjoys strong community support with a variety of different park users.

The successful applicant will be based at SFP, and will report directly to the Senior Land Management Officer. The position may include occasional weekend work. This is a full-time temporary position for twelve (12) months with the possibility of permanency at the end of this period.

We are looking for a self-motivated person who can work independently, with skills and experience in turf, horticulture, and land management to undertake the maintenance and presentation of the 2.5km turf running track, Bushfire Memorial, Pavilion and surrounds to a high degree; as well as conduct integrated weed management, vegetation control and other landscaping and land management duties around the site. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia, and willingness to work in a small, dynamic, and high performing team.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ+ are encouraged to apply. Hear about CMTEDD from some of our staff.

**Eligibility/Other Requirements**:
**Mandatory**:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Turf/Horticulture
- ChemCert accreditation
- Current Driver’s Licence

**Highly Desirable**:

- Irrigation and water management experience
- MR truck licence
- Plant operator’s licences - Skid steer, excavator, mower/s etc.
- Side by side ATV licence
- WH&S/Construction industry White Card

**Other Requirements**:

- First aid certificate or willingness to obtain
- This position requires a pre-employment medical
- This position may periodically involve direct supervision of staff or volunteers
- This position may involve occasional weekend or after-hours work

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**How to Apply**: Please supply a written response of no more than three pages that addresses each of the selection criteria outlined in the position description. Please also include a current curriculum vitae with at least two referee contact details.

**Note**:
This is a temporary position available for 12 months with the possibility of permanency.

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