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

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.

• 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.

• 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. 

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

Provide us with a cover letter telling us how you meet the criteria we have outlined above and also attach a resume detailing your work history, qualifications and skills.

Applications need to be submitted by 4.00pm on Friday, 3 May 2024, via one of the following platforms: 

In writing addressed to:

“Gardener/Horticulturist”

Human Resources

PO Box 77

COROWA  NSW  2646 

Or emailed to ****@federationcouncil.nsw.gov.auor by applying via the 'Job Application Form' available from the top of this page. 

Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We aim to recruit a diverse range of talented people to help us achieve our goals.