horticulturalist

1 day ago

Adelaide SA, Australia Department for Environment and Water, South Australia Full time $60,060 - $60,663 per year

Department for Environment and Water

Job reference: 701235

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Ongoing

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Horticulturalist – Grow with Purpose

Where every day is a chance to shape living landscapes.

We're looking for three passionate Horticulturalists to join our dynamic team — and make a real impact in some of South Australia's most iconic gardens

  • Two positions at Mount Lofty Botanic Garden
  • One position at Adelaide Botanic Garden

What you'll get your hands dirty with:

  • Applying best-practice horticulture across curated gardens
  • Tree and turf care, plant health, and biosecurity management
  • Irrigation and smart water practices
  • Supporting plant curation, records, and labelling
  • Event prep, site activation, and visitor support
  • General site maintenance — from pruning to problem-solving

What you'll bring:

  • Solid horticultural know-how (ideally in a botanic or amenity garden setting)
  • A love for plants, precision, and purpose
  • Team spirit and willingness to mentor apprentices/trainee
  • A keen eye for safety, presentation, and public experience
  • Bonus points for knowledge of plant records, irrigation systems, or biosecurity

Three roles. Two stunning locations. One rewarding career. Apply now and grow with us.

What can we offer you

  • Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia
  • Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
  • Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
  • Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Meaningful and rewarding career

Contract:

Three Ongoing Contracts Available

Essential Qualifications:

Certificate III in Horticulture (Trade Level Qualifications)

Special Conditions:

  • May be required to participate in fire management and associated duties.
  • The incumbent may be assigned to a position, with another team or at another site to that advertised dependent on organisational and individual development requirements.
  • Organisational uniform is to be worn and maintained.
  • Current class "C" driver's licence, Senior First Aid certification, current licences, permits and an ability to safely operate a 4wd, horticultural machinery and use PPE is essential.
  • May be required to work outside of normal working hours, including weekends and public holidays
  • This role has functions pertaining to working with children and is prescribed under the Child Safety (Prohibited Person) Act 2016 as requiring a Working with Children Check (WWCC). By applying for this role you consent to being screened for appropriate behaviour and to the Department obtaining, or requiring you to obtain a WWCC.

Remuneration:

GSE5, $60,060 min - $60,663.20 max p.a.

Enquiries to:

Mark Oborn, Horticultural Manager

Application Instructions:

Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (including qualifications) as outlined in the Role Description.

The Department for Environment and Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQA+.

Applications close: 12/10/2025 11:45 PM

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