Horticultural Tradesperson

Maddington, Australia
- Reference: 6724802
- **Full time (76 hours per fortnight)**:

- ** Nine-day fortnight option**:

- ** Generous superannuation (Up to 16.5%, conditions apply)**:

- ** Free parking onsite**:

- ** Two additional public holidays**:

- **Health and wellness program (including free annual skin checks/flu vaccinations, biennial health assessments and seasonal fitness/yoga/wellness sessions)**:

- ** Great location (near Roe, Tonkin and Albany Highways)**:

- ** Annual salary: $82,049 plus super**

**About the City of Gosnells (City)**

The City serves a diverse community of more than 135,000 residents. The City is a large local government organisation in Western Australia with a reputation for professionalism, innovation and excellence. City employees enjoy a work environment that encourages professional development and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

**About the position**

The City of Gosnells is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Parks Operations team. As part of a dedicated team, you will play a key role in establishing and maintaining horticultural excellence within the City's parks and gardens.

In this role, you will support the team leader and supervisor by providing horticultural technical expertise and ensuring landscapes, turf areas and streetscapes are maintained to a high standard.

This permanent position is based at the City's Operations Centre in Maddington.

**What we are looking for**

To be successful, you must be able to demonstrate:

- Relevant industry experience in horticultural operations.
- Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively
- Experience in horticultural maintenance role, delivering high-quality services.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse range of staff and customers.
- A strong work ethic and positive attitude.

**Essential requirements**
- White Card
- Current MR Class driver's licence
- Certificate III or higher in Horticulture or equivalent.

**Desirable requirements**
- Forklift / Loader / Chainsaw tickets.

**In return we can offer you**

A challenging and rewarding position, competitive salary, additional superannuation contributions, professional development opportunities, as well as the opportunity to work in a friendly environment and contribute to a forward-thinking Local Government organisation.

Human Resources can be contacted on 9397 3362.

**Applications close at 4pm on Monday 24 February 2025.**
- Applications Close: 24 Feb 2025