Horticulturist Talent Pool

• Permanent Full Time Fixed-Term Full Time Permanent Part-Time Fixed-Term Part-Time & Casual opportunities available
• $2491.72 - $2725.44 per fortnight excluding allowances (Full Time wage)
• Position Brief - Horticulturist

About the team

Open Space Maintenances role is to provide maintenance services to ensure that parks and recreational facilities are maintained to a high standard and meet agreed levels of service with the Asset Custodians via Partnering Agreements. These maintenance operations are achieved through Area Coordinators including the planning and implementation of maintenance programs for streetscapes parklands sporting fields and roadsides. We also provide professional advice to various customers on the construction and maintenance of park infrastructure open space areas and roadsides.

About the role

We are currently accepting applications for skilled and experienced Horticulturists to work from various Depots across the City. Working across the City from Tugun to Pimpama you will work as part of a team responsible for maintaining and enhancing parks landscaped and recreational spaces within the Citys open space regions and road network.

• Planting pruning mulching hedging removing green waste spraying herbicides/weed removal and operating equipment such as leaf blowers chainsaws and pole saws.
• Demonstrate behaviours that contribute to a positive and successful team.
• Follow established work practices and consistently deliver high quality work.

Were looking for people who have:

• Cert II in Horticulture / Conservation & Landcare Management / Arboriculture or related discipline OR a minimum of 1 year industry experience
• MR Class Drivers Licence (Mandatory)
• General Construction Induction White Card (Mandatory)
• Flexibility to work from any depot
• Be a team player with strong communication skills
• A high level of motivation and initiative with the ability to work unsupervised
• The ability to work productively in a team environment and foster good relationships with other team members
• Sound physical health to satisfactorily perform the physically demanding duties of the position

The successful applicants will be appointed at the appropriate level based on qualifications skills and experience between Level 2 and Level 7 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B) Award - Operational.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coasts future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• 9-day fortnight enjoy a long weekend every fortnight!
• Access to 350 fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
• A stable working environment with job security
• A professional and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment
• Uniform tools and PPE provided
• A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
• Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay
• Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community.

How to apply

To submit your application please click apply now and complete the application form. You will be required to upload your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining how your skills experience and personal attributes will enable you to be successful in this role. Please note that you may also be asked to provide relevant qualifications where applicable.

Contact Person Alexandra McNulty
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Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks employment history checks qualification checks pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

Were committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture. We take pride in people who align with our high-performance principles. We believe that the diverse makeup of our workforce reflects the community we serve. We consider all qualified candidates for employment irrespective of race age religion gender identity sexual orientation disability or other protected characteristics by law.