Horticulturist

Horticulturist Required for an immediate start with the City of Gold Coast Council

Your new company

Hays Specialist Recruitment is currently seeking resumes from experienced Horticulturalists/Landscapers to work within the City of Gold Coast's Infrastructure Maintenance division. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside Australia's second-largest local government and one of our city's largest Organisations.

Your new role

Based within the Parks and Gardens sector, you will be responsible for the maintenance, servicing and the improvement of Council areas. Duties will include planting, pruning, mulching, mowing, removal of green waste, weed removal/spraying, utilising leaf blowers, chainsaw and pole saws amongst other duties, as required.

What you will need to succeed

We are seeking candidates who pride themselves on their work, and possess a great attention to detail. You will be a reliable worker who thrives in a team environment and has safety at the forefront of your mind. Mandatory requirements are as follows:

• Candidates who apply must have previous and recent horticulture experience
• Cert 3 Horticulture Certificate and or gardening/landscape experience (highly desirable)
• ACDC Spray Licence (desired)
• Chainsaw Ticket (desired)
• C Class Driver's Licence (or higher - desired)
• Construction White Card
• Provide two recent references, including one from your most recent employer

What you will get in return

Monday - Friday. This role will include a 9-day fortnight with full-time hours available. You will have one dedicated Hays consultant who will work closely with you throughout your assignment and liaise with you for future opportunities and availabilities. Enjoy the outdoor weather working on the beautiful Gold Coast alongside a friendly, reliable team

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Tiarne Wood on 5561 1716.