Outdoor Horticulture Facilitator – Sydney City Farm
$60 per hour + super | 12-Month Casual Opportunity | Sydney
Location:
Sydney Park
Hours:
Shifts are generally around 4 hours, with work potentially available approximately once per week during peak operational periods.
Are you passionate about
horticulture, sustainable gardening and working with people in an outdoor environment?
We are seeking an enthusiastic
Outdoor Horticulture Facilitator
to support Sydney City Farm in delivering engaging, hands-on programs for corporate teams, volunteers and community groups at Sydney Park.
This is a
flexible, needs-based casual opportunity
, ideal for horticulture professionals, community educators, environmental educators, gardeners or experienced outdoor facilitators who enjoy sharing their knowledge in a practical setting.
Outdoor Horticulture Facilitator
$60 per hour + super | 12-Month Casual Opportunity | Sydney
Location:
Sydney Park
Hours:
Shifts are generally around 4 hours, with work potentially available approximately once per week during peak operational periods.
Are you passionate about
horticulture, sustainable gardening and working with people in an outdoor environment?
We are seeking an enthusiastic
Outdoor Horticulture Facilitator
to support Sydney City Farm in delivering engaging, hands-on programs for corporate teams, volunteers and community groups at Sydney Park.
This is a
versatile, needs-based casual opportunity
, ideal for horticulture professionals, community educators, environmental educators, gardeners or experienced outdoor facilitators who enjoy sharing their knowledge in a practical setting.
About the Role
Working under the direction of the City Farm Learning Facilitator, you will help deliver hands-on farm and horticulture programs, ensuring participants have a safe, enjoyable and educational experience.
Your responsibilities will include:
Welcoming groups and providing an introduction to Sydney City Farm
Delivering site inductions, safety briefings and participant training




Leading walks and tours through Sydney Park
Preparing and setting up activities and materials
Facilitating practical horticulture and urban agriculture activities
Supervising participants during hands-on farm activities
Supporting activities including planting, weeding, watering and sheet mulching
Working within the propagation nursery
Assisting with produce harvesting
Educating participants about composting, seed saving, beneficial insects and sustainable gardening
Encouraging participation and creating an inclusive learning environment
Packing down and cleaning up following programs
Supporting program evaluation and continuous improvement
You will work both
autonomously and as part of a small, hands-on team
.
The role is primarily outdoors and requires the ability to work in varying weather conditions, stand for extended periods and undertake some manual handling.
About You
We are looking for someone with practical horticultural knowledge who is confident engaging with and educating a diverse range of participants.
To be successful, you will have:
Knowledge and practical experience in
horticulture, urban agriculture, organic gardening and/or community gardens
Demonstrated experience in teaching, facilitating, educating or working with volunteers in an outdoor environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
An understanding of accessible and inclusive programming and diverse learning needs
The ability to identify health and safety risks and confidently conduct site inductions and safety briefings
A genuine interest in sustainable gardening, urban agriculture and community engagement
The ability to work independently and contribute positively to a small team
A good level of physical fitness and the ability to undertake outdoor and manual activities
Pre-Employment Checks
The successful candidate will be required to provide:
Current Police Check, or willingness to obtain one
Two employment references
Please note that the successful candidate may also be selected for drug and alcohol screening during their engagement
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📌 Outdoor Horticulture Facilitator – Sydney City Farm (New South Wales)
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