Horticulturist - Cooktown Botanic Gardens Step into a role where your green thumb shapes one of Queensland's most stunning landscapes!
Cooktown Botanic Gardens is looking for a passionate Horticulturist to join our team.
If you have a keen eye for plant care, a love for landscaping, and a drive to keep our gardens thriving, we want to hear from you!
Why choose Cook Shire Council?
Cook Shire Council offers more than just a job; it provides a stable work environment with fantastic working hours and a friendly, supportive team.
The role comes with a competitive salary package which includes: 9-day fortnight – every 2nd Friday off!
5 weeks of annual leave, allowing you plenty of time to relax and enjoy the local surroundings 3 weeks of personal leave to support a healthier work/life balance Salary sacrificing options A supportive and friendly work environment that encourages personal and professional growth What you'll be doing Caring for and maintaining living plant collections, nursery stock, and the Botanic Gardens landscape Managing plant health, including soil care, pruning, irrigation, weed control, and pest management Assisting with garden development projects and keeping accurate plant records Working with a fantastic team to enhance the beauty and biodiversity of our gardens Providing helpful horticultural advice to visitors and contributing to a top-notch visitor experience What we're looking for Certificate III in Horticulture (or equivalent experience in a related field) Experience in public gardens, nurseries, or similar landscapes Knowledge of plant nutrition, irrigation systems, and pest/disease management Ability to operate horticultural equipment (mowers, whipper snippers, chainsaws, etc.)
A team player with a strong work ethic and customer service skills A valid QLD driver's licence How to apply To apply, please review the Candidate Information Pack for this position.
To be considered for selection you will need to submit: a Cover Letter outlining why you are interested in this role; and a detailed and up to date Resume/CV.
Applications should be submitted online.
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Applications will close 11pm Sunday 6 April 2025.Don't miss your chance to apply!
SUMMARY & CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTJob referenceCSC098Position:HorticulturistLocation:Cooktown Botanic GardensTenure:Full time 76 hours per fortnight 9-day fortnight (every 2nd Friday off)Remuneration:Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B: Division 2, Section 5) Award – State 2017 – Level 3 to 5, dependent on qualifications and experience Between $65,576 and $67,940 per annum + applicable allowancesLeave Entitlements5 weeks annual leave 15 days personal leaveSuperannuation11.5% Superannuation contributionsApply Now