Are you looking for a steady job in horticulture? A federal government agency is looking for a permanent experienced horticulturist/gardener. You will look after CommonWealth war cemeteries, Gardens of Remembrance, and numerous official commemorations in general cemeteries.
Job is based out of Adelaide River, but will require Intrastate and interstate travel. This is a requirement of this position resulting in time away from home base for periods of up to a week at a time.
About your new role:
1. Undertake a range of trade level horticultural works including cultivation, pruning, recognising and treating plant diseases and pests
2. Perform duties under limited supervision in remote locations, including working independently as directed
3. Carry out/oversee structural works such as minor landscape construction, stonemasonry, concreting and memorial maintenance tasks
4. Provide support to the State Operations Manager and Assistant Operations Manager in the administration of the work program and supervision of staff and contractors
What You'll Need To Succeed:
We are looking for an experienced Horticulture/gardener who is reliable and enjoys providing high-quality gardening maintenance services. It is essential that you have the following
5. Cert III in horticulture or relevant experience
6. Must be australian Citizen
7. White Card
8. Drivers License
9. Able to pass a federal police check
What you will get in return
10. A permanent 1 year contract, inclusive of holiday and sick pay
11. APS 2 pay range $62,532 - $67,756
12. On the job training
Please note: With less experience this can be an opportunity at APS 2 level
Next steps
If you are ready to apply for this role as the Horticulture/Gardener role, please apply online or contact Kaye Inosanto on 0458 702 242 or
Is this not for you? We have plenty of other work available in the Darwin area. Please visit Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
skills
horticulture, public space management
qualifications
13. Cert III in horticulture or relevant experience
14. Must be australian Citizen
15. White Card
16. Drivers License
17. Able to pass a federal police check
education
Vocational/Professional Qualification