Horticulturalist
Job Task Analysis - Open Space Crew
Physical Health Assessment - Open Space Crew & Open Space Crew Leader
- Come and join our high performing Open Space Team as a Horticulturist!
- Full Time opportunity
- Great benefits on offer
- $69,181 - $73,600 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation
- Dingley Village location
The Open Space department is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all Sportsgrounds, Reserves, Playgrounds, Horticulture, Urban Forest, Foreshore and Bushland assets within the municipality.
The Horticulture team is responsible for creating and maintaining garden beds and vegetation within council reserves, roadsides, shopfronts, council buildings and sports grounds.
We are seeking an Open Space professional to join the Horticulture Team. Reporting to the Horticulture Crew Leader, your role is to:
- Support your Crew Leader and team in maintaining Kingston's open space garden beds
- Help foster an environment that encourages open communication, sharing of ideas and feedback
- Perform horticultural tasks such as planting, mulching, pruning, weeding and feeding
- Carry out tasks with safe and efficient use of hand tools and various machinery
- Communicate effectively within the team to undertake scheduled and reactive works
- Certificate 3 Horticulture desirable but not essential
- Demonstrated expertise in relationship development and effective communication
- Strong enthusiasm for acquiring knowledge and continuous learning
The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together
Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.
To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.
All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal. Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies
Enquiries:
For any inquiries about the position, please contact Chris Nicholson, Horticulture Coordinator chris.nicholson@kingston.vic.gov.au
To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au
About Kingston
Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.
We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.
Why you’ll love working for us?
At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:
- Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary
- Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
- Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
- Salary Packaging
- Purchase leave options
- Career development opportunities,
- Study/development assistance
- Discounted gym memberships
- 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Social club events
For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston
Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.
Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.
