Federation Council Gardener – Horticulturist

Based in Corowa, but will work across the Federation Council area 

• Be part of a team contributing to your local community
• Full Time - 76 hours per fortnight
• Work a 9 day fortnight

The opportunity

Federation Council are offering an exciting opportunity for you to make a real meaningful difference in your community and to be part of our supportive and friendly team! Our Gardener/Horticulturist will work in a team environment providing labour maintaining all recreation and open spaces across the Federation Council.

In this role you will:

• Maintain all Council presentation areas in accordance with the determined service levels. This will include but not limited to sporting fields, parks and gardens, playgrounds, wetlands, arboriculture, cemeteries, streetscapes, landscaping and slashing areas.
• Undertake a wide range of horticultural activities and construction works.
• Operate and maintain gardening plant and equipment.
• Accurately complete documentation associated with plant and equipment operation.

Criteria

• Minimum Horticulture Certificate III or currently completing certificate.
• AQ3 level chemical usage qualification.
• Construction Induction Certificate (White Card).
• Medium Rigid (MR) Licence or ability to achieve in first 3 months of employment.
• Knowledge of horticulture practices with experience in the field.
• Knowledge of WHS practices and ability to participate in a safe working environment.
• Proved ability to show initiative in solving problems.

What we offer

• An opportunity for you to grow and develop your skills.
• Fortnightly rostered days off.
• Be part of a team contributing to your local community.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A supportive and inclusive workplace with a real focus on work/life balance

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council’s policies and conditions of employment.  The salary will be within the range of $1,082.20 to $1,255.00 per week plus standard allowances, depending on qualifications, experience and skills.

How to find out more

To find out more about this opportunity you can contact Darren Harvey, Manager Recreation on 0419 713 257.