Band 3 - $34.76 - $37.20 excluding superannuation and allowances
Love working outdoors and take pride in creating great community spaces?
We’re looking for a motivatedGardenerto join our team and help maintain and enhance the parks, gardens, reserves, and open spaces enjoyed by our community.
This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys variety, working outdoors, and being part of a team that takes pride in delivering attractive, safe and welcoming public spaces.
What you’ll be doing
As part of our Parks & Gardens team, you’ll contribute to the day-to-day presentation and maintenance of our outdoor spaces. Your work may include:
- Maintaining parks, gardens, reserves and other public open spaces
- Mowing, brush cutting, edging and general grounds maintenance
- Planting, pruning, mulching and maintaining trees, shrubs and garden beds
- Weed control and general horticultural activities
- Operating and maintaining relevant plant, machinery and equipment
- Assisting with the establishment and improvement of landscaped areas
- Supporting seasonal and programmed maintenance activities
- Working safely and efficiently as part of a practical, collaborative team.
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone who enjoys getting stuck in and takes genuine pride in their work. Ideally, you’ll bring:
- Experience in parks, gardens, horticulture, landscaping, grounds maintenance or a similar outdoor environment
- Practical skills and confidence using relevant tools, plant and equipment
- A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills and a positive, can-do approach
- A current Victorian Driver Licence
- Relevant horticultural qualifications, licences or tickets would be highly regarded.
This position will be required to work at Dunkeld and Glenthompson.
Benefits of working at Council:
- We encourage personal and professional growth
- We understand the importance of work / life balance
- We are committed to providing a safe work environment
- We offer flexible work arrangements
- We offer a 9 day fortnight
Working at Southern Grampians Shire Council provides great work life balance, competitive remuneration, salary sacrifice, access to health and wellbeing programs, and access to further training and development opportunities. We are a child safe organisation.
Further information for this role can be obtained by contacting Jason Mulley, Parks and Gardens Supervisorvia phone on .
Full details of this position are in the position description attached below.
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Gardener - Dunkeld employer: Southern Grampians Shire Council
Southern Grampians Shire Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises community wellbeing and fosters a collaborative work culture. With a commitment to continuous improvement, employees enjoy competitive remuneration, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the Hamilton VIC area. The Council supports professional growth and values integrity, making it an ideal workplace for those passionate about enhancing the quality of life in their community.
Contact Details:
Southern Grampians Shire Council Recruitment Team
