Horticulture Roles

1 week ago

Beerwah Queensland, Australia Australia Zoo Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join our Horticulture team in a Full Time capacity

Australia Zoo is an equal opportunity employer, where we recognise the diversity of our workforce and community – be it on the basis of gender, age, race, sexual orientation, or religious belief.  We provide specific workplace programs to support diversity and equal employment opportunities for women, people with disabilities and all cultural backgrounds.

With over 500 acres of grounds, our dedicated Horticultre department at Australia Zoo is primarily responsible for the development of the grounds and facilities.

Horticulture team members are employed primarily to develop, maintain and care for grounds, gardens and plants. They are required to be multi-skilled, have a passion for Australian Fauna and may in some cases hold associated qualifications.

To be successful in this role, you will have a demonstrated ability to work in a high-performance environment, with a capacity to deliver all requirements of the role, great work ethic and the ability to work to a high standard within a team.

Duties May Include:

  • Mowing and Whipper-snipper use.
  • Weeding and pruning.
  • Watering / irrigation.
  • Planting and general gardening.
  • Mulching.
  • Operation and general maintenance of machinery.
  • Assisting with nursery operations.
  • Maintain records of observations and reports on stock levels and maintenance logs.
  • Conduct environment and habitat safety checks where appropriate.
  • Communicate with the Supervisor regarding ideas to apply to the section, and problems occurring within the section.
  • Be competent in all aspects of Zoo emergency responses.
  • Maintain correct cleaning procedures for all habitats/areas assigned.
  • Maintain relevant vehicles and trailers.
  • Tend to gardens and grounds throughout Australia Zoo in both Front of House and Back of House areas and along all access roads.
  • Assist with the planning, development, design and construction of animal habitats.
  • Provide a high standard of customer service.

Essential Criteria:

  • Availability to work weekends, public holidays, and school holiday periods.
  • Hold current Manual Driver's Licence.
  • Q-fever Vaccination (or exemption).

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