Horticultural Labourer

1 week ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure Full time $61,736 - $72,582 per year

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

  • Permanent full-time opportunity (38 hours/week)
  • Based at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
  • Salary relative to experience and ranges from $61,736 to $72,582 + super

The roleWe are seeking a passionate individual to join our Open Spaces team as Turf Horticultural Labourer. Your role will involve a range of greenkeeping tasks, from edging pathways and garden beds to maintaining sports fields and turfed areas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the construction and upkeep of beautiful turf areas.
  • Help conserve natural areas within our gardens.
  • Use and maintain horticultural machinery like brush cutters, push mowers, ride-on mowers, and leaf blowers.
  • Implement weed control and assist with the collection of propagation material.
  • Ensure all activities follow health and safety policies to protect staff and visitors.

If you love working outdoors and have experience in greenkeeping and turf maintenance, this job is for you

For more information read the full Role Description:  Horticultural Labourer

What you will bring to the role

  • Experience in turf maintenance and general garden upkeep.
  • Knowledge of occupational health and safety practices.
  • Ability to use and maintain horticultural equipment
  • A hands-on attitude, reliability, and a willingness to pitch in and get the job done as part of a supportive team.
  • Current White Card NSW

What is an essential requirement:

  • Current driver's licence and willingness to undertake fieldwork for extended periods of time and have the ability to lift and carry a minimum 15 kilos.
  • Ability to work outside of normal working hours and on weekends if required.

About usBotanic Gardens of Sydney, under the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust, is Australia's oldest scientific institution and a custodian of over $1.2 billion in cultural, heritage, and botanical collections. As the premier botanical research institute, we encompass world-leading botanic gardens and Sydney's leading outdoor live entertainment precinct. We engage international, national, and regional visitors, making us a leading entity in the NSW tourism sector.

Why join our team?

  • Fantastic Team Culture - Be a part of passionate and hard-working teams who approach their busy day-to-day work with good humour and a sense of fun
  • Genuine long-term Career Opportunities - Opportunity to grow your career as a Horticulturist.
  • Focus on Wellbeing and Work/Life Balance – A regular rostered/allocated day off can be accrued. The Fitness Passport program gives members discounted access to gym, aquatic, and leisure facilities across NSW.

Join usIf excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11.55pm on Wednesday 3rd September 2025.Should you require further information about the role please contact Anthony Bashall on or

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or ​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.



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