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

Apply creative, low-maintenance solutions to enhance streetscapes

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

Please submit your application online by 11.59pm, Sunday 2 November 2025. All applications must be made via the online portal; no applications direct to the hiring manager or from recruitment agencies will be considered.

For a confidential discussion about this position please contact Craig Woods, Coordinator Parks, Environmental Sustainability & Open Spaces on during business hours or

We understand that this portal may not meet the needs of people who rely on Assistive Technology or have other diverse requirements. If you have any difficulty using our recruitment system, please do not hesitate to contact People Culture and Development on or to allow us to help in any way we can.

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.