Job Reference: *******About the RoleCurtin University is seeking a passionate and motivated Horticulturalist to join our Parks & Resource Recovery team.
If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in creating attractive public spaces and want to contribute to an environment used by thousands of students, staff and visitors every day, we'd love to hear from you.Working across our vibrant Bentley campus, you'll play an important role in maintaining and enhancing Curtin's award-winning grounds, gardens and landscapes while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.Reporting to the Supervisor, Parks & Gardens, you'll be responsible for delivering a wide range of horticultural services to ensure the University's grounds remain secure, attractive and maintained to a high standard.Your responsibilities will includeMaintaining landscaped gardens, lawns and public spaces across campusPlanting, pruning, mulching, and fertilising garden bedsMinor tree works using chainsaws and pole sawsWeed control, including chemical applicationsLandscape construction and enhancement workMaintaining ponds, waterways and associated infrastructureOperating, servicing and maintaining horticultural machinery and equipmentCompleting maintenance records and safety documentationWorking safely and contributing to a positive team cultureSelection CriteriaWe're looking for someone who enjoys practical outdoor work, takes pride in delivering high-quality outcomes and works well both independently and as part of a team.To be successful you'll have:Certificate III in Horticulture or equivalent experienceExperience maintaining gardens and landscaped environmentsExperience operating and maintaining horticultural machinery and equipmentKnowledge of weeds,



pests, chemicals and horticultural practicesStrong communication and teamwork skillsAbility to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a busy environmentCurrent C Class Driver's Licence and White CardPrevious experience working within a large or complex organisation will be highly regarded.Role RequirementsAs this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be consideredSuccessful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfactionProperties, Facilities & Development - Your new teamProperties, Facilities & Development (PF&D;) plays an important role in ensuring Curtin's physical presence enables ongoing transformation and supports the University's vision to be a recognised global leader in research, education and engagement.
The PF&D; team is responsible for delivering great places where people come first, and this position makes an important contribution to that achievement.About Curtin UniversityCurtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU **** rankings.
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research.




Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life.
First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply.
Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.
For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/What We Offer YouThis role attracts a salary package of $66,991 - $72,860 (G03) per annum, plus 17% superannuation.Enjoy flexibility in your schedule - choose a 9-day fortnight or a traditional work week to suit your lifestyle.Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket.
Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job.
Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit discover-curtin/Join UsApplications close: 9.00pm (AWST), 14 August ****Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.
We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.
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📌 Horticulturalist (Western Australia)
🏢 Curtin University
📍 Western Australia