At a Glance
- Tasks: Help create beautiful outdoor spaces through hands-on gardening and maintenance.
- Company: Join Cultura, a community-focused organisation dedicated to maintaining vibrant gardens.
- Benefits: Gain practical experience, work outdoors, and enjoy a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Open to diverse backgrounds; great opportunity for personal growth and teamwork.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while enjoying the fresh air and nature.
- Qualifications: Must have a current Victorian Driver’s License and prior gardening experience.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 $ per year.
Enjoy working outdoors and take pride in creating well‑maintained spaces? Join Cultura as a General Gardening Assistant and help care for our gardens and outdoor areas across our locations in a practical, hands‑on role.
The General Gardening Assistant will provide a range of gardening, grounds maintenance and general support duties across Cultura’s various locations. Working under general direction, this hands‑on role will contribute to maintaining safe, tidy and well‑presented outdoor spaces. The position requires the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, while consistently following established procedures, safe work practices and workplace health and safety requirements. This position will be contracted on a fixed‑term full time basis for 12 months.
Duties:
- Ensure all equipment is used and maintained appropriately, including hand and power tools and gardening equipment;
- Weeding, mulching and maintenance of garden sites;
- Tree planting and pruning;
- Watering of plants;
- Installing, maintaining and repairing of irrigation systems;
- Fertilisation of plants;
- Provide supervision and direction to volunteers assisting with gardening tasks;
- Perform other duties as required or requested by the Supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential:
- Current Victorian Driver’s License;
- Willingness to work as part of a team and on evenings and weekends (if required);
- Ability to follow instructions, policies and procedures closely;
- Willingness and ability to undertake physical work;
- Prior gardening experience.
Desirable:
- Certificate III Parks and Gardens, or equivalent, is highly desirable;
- Construction industry white card;
- Have experience working with Aged Care and people with disabilities;
- Understand the migrant experience, with empathy and sensitivity to the needs of the elderly and people with disabilities from different cultural backgrounds;
- Languages other than English will be highly regarded.
Employment may be subject to the satisfactory completion of a Police Criminal Record Check, Working With Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Pre-Employment Health Declaration. Reimbursement is provided at Cultura's discretion after commencement in the role. We welcome applications from all diverse backgrounds including individuals that identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+, and individuals with disabilities or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview.
General Gardening Assistant in Geelong employer: Cultura
Cultura is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and personal growth of its employees, particularly in the role of Wellbeing Officer. With a strong commitment to person-centred care, our supportive work culture fosters collaboration among team members and encourages professional development through ongoing training and diverse experiences within residential aged care. Located in a vibrant community, Cultura offers unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents while enjoying a fulfilling career in a compassionate environment.
