Field Officer Horticulturalist

2 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia 19e289d5-b0ee-48d7-bfa7-7113280d55da Full time $75,220 - $76,778 per year

The City of Tea Tree Gully is a progressive council with a strong reputation for innovation and service excellence. We strive to support our community, stimulate our economy, and create a more liveable, vibrant, and accessible city - a city that prospers because our people are there making it happen.

This is an exciting opportunity to demonstrate your passion for personal growth and further your career in Horticulture within our Field Services Department.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our Tree Establishment & Mowing Team. While the primary focus of this role is on tree planting and establishment, the successful candidate will also contribute to a variety of horticultural and grounds maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Tree Planting: Assist in planting 1,600-2,000 trees annually across streets and reserves.
  • Tree Maintenance: Perform formative pruning, watering, mulching, and fertilising to support healthy tree growth.
  • Grounds Maintenance: Participate in front and mid-deck mowing, tractor cutting, and broadleaf spraying.
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with team members to ensure high-quality outcomes and contribute to a positive team environment.
  • Customer Service: Deliver timely, community-focused service while maintaining high operational and safety standards.

Position Description - Field Officer Horticulturalist, Tree Establishment & Mowing

What We Offer

  • A supportive and inclusive team environment
  • Opportunities for career development and training
  • The chance to make a meaningful impact in your local community
  • A progressive, service-oriented organisation that values innovation and excellence

We are committed to recruiting and retaining highly motivated and professional individuals who provide our residents with the highest level of service.

Essential Requirements

  • MR licence
  • Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) / Work Zone Traffic Management (WZTM)
  • Construction Induction/Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White Card)
  • Certificate III in Horticulture or Arboriculture
  • Loader/Excavator ticket or willingness to obtain
  • Willingness to undertake a pre-employment medical assessment and Police Check

Apply today

We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and diverse abilities, to apply.

Please let us know about any adjustments that would help you to be your best self during the selection process. We welcome conversations towards workplace adjustments.

Salary range is between $75,220 to $76,478 plus superannuation guarantee and will be negotiated commensurate with skills, experience and qualifications.

Applications close 5pm Tuesday 2 December. For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Marques Graham on

Discover your potential at the City of Tea Tree Gully.

Desired Skills and Experience

Horticulture

Tree Planting & Maintenance

Mowing

Broadleaf Spraying

Safety Compliance

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