Horticulturist Arboriculture

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• Develop and care for one of the most unique cool climate tree collections in Australia!
• Permanent fulltime opportunity 38 hours/week)
• Location Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens Mount Tomah
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $72962 to $79146 super

Are you passionate about trees and enjoy handson work in the great outdoors

Were looking for a skilled Horticulturist Arboriculture to help maintain and nurture the iconic tree collections at our worldrenowned garden.


The role
In this role youll be involved in tree maintenance curation and the care of iconic species as part of our ongoing work and maintenance programs. Youll have the chance to work with rare and unusual trees hone your general arboriculture skills and develop specialist skills in tree risk management habitat creation pests and diseases management and global tree conservation.

Joining us means becoming part of a community of worldleading experts in science and horticulture. Youll develop your skills and qualifications in tree management while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions. Our team thrives on passion and a shared commitment to conservation and horticulture and were excited to welcome someone who shares that enthusiasm.

For more information read the full Role Description:Horticulturist Arboriculture


What you will bring to the role

• ProblemSolving Skills: You can tackle challenges and think on your feet.
• Time Management: You know how to prioritize tasks and get things done on time.
• Independence: You work well on your own making decisions and taking the initiative.
• Adaptability: Youre flexible and can handle change with ease.

What is an essential requirement:

• Certificate III in Arboriculture or equivalent qualifications with experience in a wide range of horticultural maintenance and services including arboriculture and use of associated plant and equipment.
• Chainsaw certificate level I or equivalent experience in chainsaw operation and tree climbing
• Willingness to obtain a SafeWork NSW High Risk Work Licence to operate boomtype elevating work platforms (WP) within the first six months of employment
• Current drivers licence and willingness to undertake fieldwork for extended periods of time and have the ability to lift and carry a minimum 15 kilos
• Ability to work outside of normal working hours and on weekends if required.

About us
Botanic Gardens of Sydney under the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust is Australias oldest scientific institution and a custodian of over $1.2 billion in cultural heritage and botanical collections. As the premier botanical research institute we encompass worldleading botanic gardens and Sydneys leading outdoor live entertainment precinct. We engage international national and regional visitors making us a leading entity in the NSW tourism sector.


Why join our team

• Fantastic Team Culture Be a part of passionate and hardworking teams who approach their busy daytoday work with good humour and a sense of fun!
• Genuine longterm Career Opportunities Opportunity to grow your career as a Senior Horticulturist.
• Focus on Wellbeing and Work/Life Balance A regular rostered/allocated day off can be accrued. The Fitness Passport program gives members discounted access to gym aquatic and leisure facilities across NSW.
• Benefits Staff are entitled to Uniform and Uniform allowance and Free Parking on site.

Join us
If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11.55pm on Sunday 30^th March 2025.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Ian Allan via or on(0.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent skills and potential. Contact the Talent Team via orHR Support option 3 DPHI People Advisory option 1 and reference Request an Adjustment Job Title and Reference Number.