We are looking to hire a confident Tradesperson - Horticulturalist to join our amazing team at Cumberland City Council in Merrylands 2160, NSW.
Growing your career as a Full Time Tradesperson - Horticulturalist is a terrific opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in persuasion, problem-solving and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Tradesperson - Horticulturalist at Cumberland City Council today!

Description

- Permanent, full-time position
- Salary ranging from $1,162.65 to $1,337.04 per week
- Access to Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement.

Cumberland City Council is located within the fast-growing Central City District and is on the doorstep of two of Greater Sydney’s new cities, between the Greater Parramatta and Olympic Park (GPOP) area and the current Western Parkland City. The Central City District is benefiting from unprecedented city-scale infrastructure investments, making this an exciting time to join Cumberland.

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland is the fourth most populous LGA in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent.

Cumberland City Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people. Council has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.

ABOUT THE CHANCE

The Tradesperson - Horticulturist will undertake a range of activities that deliver specialist services in the maintenance of Council’s Recreational Facilities including gardens and golf courses ensuring these open spaces are in excellent condition, protected and suitable for use by the community. This role will also be responsible in ensuring customer and community satisfaction with Council's parks and recreational operations are met.

The successful applicant will require:

- Relevant trade qualifications e.g Trade Based Apprenticeship, Certificate III in Parks and Gardens, Horticulture, Turf Management or Landscape Construction,
- Demonstrated experience in park maintenance and parks infrastructure related issues, current trends,



industry best-practice and new developments relating to maintenance services and parks operations
- Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate resources and undertake best practice horticultural maintenance and renovation activities, including but not limited to plant health and turf care, site maintenance.
- Demonstrated experience in operating parks maintenance related small plant and equipment, including small hand tools, and power tools.
- Demonstrated ability to deal in a positive and courteous manner with the public and other staff at all times
- Sound verbal and written communication skills – ability to write clearly and neatly when completing necessary paperwork
- Ability to work as part of a team and with contractors, having good interpersonal skills
- Sound knowledge and practical application of WH&S; principles and the Work Health and Safety legislation
- Hold a current ‘ChemCert’ (Chemical Handling) qualification
- Hold a current General Induction for Construction Work in NSW (white card)
- Sound Computer Skills and ability to adapt to new systems and operate a range of devices including ipads
- Hold a current Class C drivers Licence.

Download the position description herefor more information.

Position information: This is a permanent, full-timeposition, working a 70 hour fortnight, with access to Council's 9 day fortnight Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement.

This role is predominantly located at Council's Regents Park area, with occasional travel required across Council worksites, and may be required to work across any of Council’s work locations.

Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

- Grade 7 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,162.65 to $1,337.04 per week, plus 10.5% superannuation
- The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role

WHAT WE CAN OFFER





- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Leave entitlements including annual leave, 15 days personal leave per year, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
- Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned swimming pools
- Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT US

Council is committed to providing an accessible, protected and inclusive workplace for all. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position. This may include criminal record checks, qualification and licence checks, and proof of the right to work in Australia (please refer to the position description for the specific qualifications and requirements for this role). Copies of sighted documents will be kept by Council for its records as proof of verification.

Council's COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure has been designed and adopted to protect the health and safety of our people, our customers and the community. It is a condition of employment that all applicants produce evidence of their vaccination status as part of the employment screening process.

Enquiries: Telephone Brad Lloyd on 8757 9582 for further information.

Closing date: 11:30pm, Monday 20 February 2023

HOW TO APPLY

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. On the following page you'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed. You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

Benefits of working as a Tradesperson - Horticulturalist in Merrylands 2160, NSW:

● Excellent benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Advantageous package

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