Job Description

This full-time position is based across two central Canberra sites, UNSW Reid Campus and the National War Graves, contributing to a place of national significance.

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Responsibilities

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- Work with a team of horticultural maintenance staff, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently.
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- Perform regular horticultural maintenance including mowing, edging, pruning, weeding, mulching, and fertilising
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- Maintain ornamental gardens, hedges, lawns, and feature planting areas to premium presentation standard
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- Operate and maintain horticultural tools, machinery, and irrigation systems safely and effectively
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- Assist in seasonal planting, turf renovation, and landscape improvement projects
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- Identify and treat plant pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies
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- Work collaboratively with grounds and facilities staff to support school events and operational needs
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Benefits

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- Receive excellent compensation in return for your skills and expertise
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- Access training to excel in your role
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- Uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE) supplied
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- Thrive in a supportive management team and fantastic team culture
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- Ongoing safety training programs and resources available
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About You

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This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking for the next stepping stone in your career or want to work at one of Green by Nature's most prominent sites.

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Ideally, you have a Certificate III in Horticulture or Parks & Gardens and/or excellent working knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the field, such as hedgers, whipper snippers, blowers, hand tools and some petrol operated equipment.

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You are willing to obtain a White Card and Working with Children's check if you do not already have them.

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You pride yourself on your well-honed communication skills.

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Most importantly you have proven ability to effectively prioritise workflows, impart knowledge to others and be a mature and reliable team player.

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Our Team & Culture

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Discover Green by Nature, our purpose is to enhance lives by constructing, nurturing, and maintaining exceptional green spaces. We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work setting for all employees. Safety is a critical part of our culture.

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We embrace and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.Accountability, Bravery and Care are our core values.

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📌 Horticulturist (Canberra)
🏢 Green by Nature
📍 Canberra