Senior Nursery Horticulturalist

The City of South Perth (the City) is seeking applications from candidates to undertake the position of Senior Nursery Horticulturalist to join the Parks & Environment Business Unit. The City's talented workforce prides itself on delivering excellent service to the community, and is a unique and vibrant Western Australian municipality. Located only 4kms from the Perth CBD, the City borders the stunning Swan River on its Northern and Western boundaries, and boasts excellent access to important social, commercial and leisure infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring sound management of nursery operations and support of the City's, as well as other local councils, requirements for plants and street trees in parks, reserves, streetscapes, natural areas and other projects. The Senior Nursery Horticulturalist will actively liaise with all departments and external customers, as well as promote the nursery and seek new clients. To be successful in this position you need to demonstrate; Essential:Recognised qualification, plus experience in plant nursery operations, and/or experience and appropriate qualification in horticultureRecognised qualification and/ or experience to carry out training of staff on site (i.e. trainees)General knowledge of herbicides, pesticides, growth enhancers, and other chemical applications suitable for use within a plant nursery.Skilled at identifying and propagating Native West Australian PlantsDemonstrated ability to lead a small work team to achieve high level outcomesGood literacy and computer skillsSound knowledge of health and safety requirementsCurrent 'C' Class West Australian Driver's LicenceDesirable:Leadership and Management training and / or qualificationMarketing qualification and/or related experiencePrevious experience in a commercial production plant nurseryWorking with Children CheckFirst Aid CertificateThis permanent position is a level 4 which attracts a salary of $70,431 - $82,109 gross per annum plus superannuation. Our employees can take advantage of great benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, 8 weeks paid parental leave for eligible employees, superannuation co-contribution options and generous personal leave entitlements after 12 months continuous employment. Our great working conditions include free onsite parking, training and professional development opportunities, flexible work or working from home arrangements, as well as health and wellbeing initiatives. If you're ready to be a part of a diverse and progressive team, please submit an online application using the 'Apply Here' button on the City's website. As part of your online application form you will be prompted to complete relevant personal information and respond to online application questions. Supporting documents should be saved in .pdf format. Hardcopy applications may also be provided to the City of South Perth Civic Centre reception. (Applications in other formats that cannot be opened will not be assessed. For more information regarding the position, please contact Paul Reed, Environment Operations Coordinator, on 08 9474 0777 or visit the City's website southperth.wa.gov.au/careers Applications close at 4.00 pm on 22 February 2024. Please note: Applications are considered as they are received and interviews will be arranged accordingly. The City reserves the right to close adverts early, therefore an early application is encouraged.