Horticultural Labourer - Sydney, Australia - NSW Government -Cities & Active Transport

NSW Government -Cities & Active Transport
NSW Government -Cities & Active Transport
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Sydney, Australia

3 weeks ago

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_Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?_

  • Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies._
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Horticultural Labourer, Blue Mountains Botanic Garden:


  • Ongoing Full Time Opportunity, located at Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah:
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Horticulturist Grade 2/4, salary relative to experience and ranges from $55,416 to $65,152, + super:


  • Horticulture at the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah


A spectacular blend of cultivated garden and wilderness tracts within the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah is an 'island within an island' that plays a key role in conservation and research of plants from a range of diverse ecosystems in Australia and around the world.


The Garden features many rare species, spectacular cool climate trees, seasonal colour, historically significant plantings and tranquil spaces for picnics or forest bathing.


About the Role


Our Ornamental Gardens team is currently seeking a
Horticultural
Labourer who will contribute to the construction and maintenance of horticultural displays within the Blue Mountain Botanic Garden.

This is the ideal role for someone who is passionate about plants, and works effectively both independently and as part of a team.


What we are looking for

  • Relevant experience in the maintenance of gardens, horticultural displays and landscaped areas including weed control and a basic knowledge of plant pests and diseases.
  • Experience in the use and maintenance of relevant horticultural and landscape machinery and equipment.
  • Sound knowledge and demonstrated capacity to implement occupational health and safety policy and practices.
  • Someone that is selfmotivated, has the ability to perform manual labour in various weather conditions and can work within a team.
  • Someone who can support the development and maintenance of horticultural and landscape areas in accordance with Botanic Gardens policies and procedures.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a group of world-leading staff from the fields of science and horticulture.


Essential Requirements

  • Sound knowledge and demonstrated capacity to implement occupational health and safety policy and practices.
  • Current driver's licence with the ability to drive manual vehicles
  • Has the ability to lift and carry a minimum 15 kilos.
  • Ability to work outside of normal working hours and on weekends if required.
For more information read the full

Role Description:
Horticultural Labourer


About Us
Transport for NSW keeps our State moving by providing safe, integrated and efficient transport systems. We put our customers at the centre of everything we do - and we do a lot.

We connect people, communities and industry and manage how they use our road, rail and maritime networks and services, and active modes like walking and cycling.

The work we do connects the journeys you take every day.

We are in the middle of delivering the largest transport infrastructure program in Australia's history. We work across planning, policy and procurement, harnessing data and technology to develop smarter and more adaptive transport solutions.


The Division


The Cities and Active Transport Division ensures our cities and neighbourhoods are integrated with transport and we make our streets and public places functional, beautiful, inclusive, and inviting for all to enjoy.


We do this through creating alignment across government on strategic outcomes and a focus on excellence in placemaking and quality design.


To Apply

_ Please note, the Department of Planning & Environment (DPE) currently provides recruitment services to Transport for NSW._

Applications close at 11:55PM, Sunday 25th June 2023

  • 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._

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  • provide alternative formats to apply
- make adjustments to the recruitment process
- offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks

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