About us The Anchorage Hotel and Spa is a luxury resort located in the picturesque Port Stephens, providing guests with a stunning base for activities such as whale watching, sailing, exploring the local coastline or simply relaxing by our pools. Offering world class experiences including a showcase of the region's growing culinary reputation at The Wild Herring and The Galley Kitchen, and five star indulgence at the on-site Spa Lucca, The Anchorage Hotel and Spa is a destination like no other! About the position The Anchorage takes pride in the way we present our resort to our guests. We currently have an opportunity for a Full Time Horticulturist to join our maintenance team. This position is key to maintaining our garden landscapes to the level our guests have come to expect. Your daily activities will include: Ensuring a high level of customer service is delivered to all guests Exceptional upkeep of grounds including mowing, snipping, and weeding Watering and maintaining irrigation systems Pruning and shaping gardens Landscaping of new gardens and facilities Chemical use including fertilizing, pest and disease control Assisting with general cleaning and maintenance of all amenities and facilities This position will require availability to work across a 7 day roster, including weekends, public holidays, and the busy school holiday periods. Certifications required : Horticulture Trades Certificate, Current driver's licence About you We are eager to see applications from applicants with demonstrated experience in a similar position. You will be physically fit, enjoy the great outdoors, and have a can-do attitude and have a passion and enthusiasm for the industry. In addition, you will take pride in your appearance, have excellent communication and customer service skills, and be able to represent The Anchorage to the highest standard. What we offer As part of the Wests Group Australia, The Anchorage can offer you great employee benefits, the luxury of being able to live, work and spend time exploring the beautiful holiday location of Port Stephens, along with the opportunity to develop and further your hospitality career! We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to create a work environment where employee differences such as gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation and education are valued to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr