Horticultural Specialist - Biodiversity Team

• Part-time (2 days per week), fixed-term contract until end August 2024
• Make a real difference!  Be a part of our customer centric Biodiversity Team who are proud in supporting our community
• $66,635 - $71,952 per annum (pro-rata) plus super

An exciting contract position currently exists for an experienced Horticultural Specialist working 2 days a week in our Biodiversity Team.

A little bit about the role

Reporting to the Coordinator Biodiversity, you will undertake skilled natural resource and horticultural practices associated with the maintenance of biodiversity sites, revegetation planning, and biodiversity zones design, presentation and interpretation of Maranoa Botanic Gardens.

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What sets us apart?

• You will have a voice and we will listen - we value feedback and take action.
• You will be supported, stretched and given opportunities to grow as a leader and encouraged to empower your teams to realise their potential.

Employment requirements

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
• Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check, medical and Working with Children Clearance.
• All City of Boroondara employees must be fully vaccinated.  Appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to provision of evidence of vaccination status or medical exemption prior to commencement.

How to apply

Please submit your application online via the ‘Apply’ button by Sunday 11 February 2024, 11:59pm. All applications must be made via the online portal; no applications direct to the hiring manager or from recruitment agencies will be considered.

For a confidential discussion about this position please contact Amy Shaw, Acting Coordinator Biodiversity via email:  ********@boroondara.vic.gov.au

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers. To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds. If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance. Council is a child safe organisation and as such, some positions may require the incumbent to hold a Working with Children Check.

Working together

We are currently undertaking an exciting project that will see a transformation in the way we work and the way we serve our customers. Implementation of the Boroondara Customer First Program will provide a customer centric model of service delivery that includes technological innovation, process improvement and business system renewal - we value your input and look forward to our journey ahead.