Job Description
Outdoor Horticulture Facilitator – Sydney City Farm
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$60 per hour + super | 12-Month Casual Opportunity | Sydney
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Location: Sydney Park
n Hours: Shifts are generally around 4 hours, with work potentially available approximately once per week during peak operational periods.
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Are you passionate about horticulture, sustainable gardening and working with people in an outdoor environment?
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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.
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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.
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Outdoor Horticulture Facilitator
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$60 per hour + super | 12-Month Casual Prospect | Sydney
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Location: Sydney Park
n Hours: Shifts are generally around 4 hours, with work potentially available approximately once per week during peak operational periods.
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Are you passionate about horticulture, sustainable gardening and working with people in an outdoor environment?
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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.
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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.
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About the Role
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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.
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Your responsibilities will include:
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Welcoming groups and providing an introduction to Sydney City Farm
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Delivering site inductions, safety briefings and participant training
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Leading walks and tours through Sydney Park
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Preparing and setting up activities and materials
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Facilitating practical horticulture and urban agriculture activities
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Supervising participants during hands-on farm activities
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Supporting activities including planting, weeding, watering and sheet mulching
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Working within the propagation nursery
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Assisting with produce harvesting
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Educating participants about composting, seed saving, beneficial insects and sustainable gardening
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Encouraging participation and creating an inclusive learning environment
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Packing down and cleaning up following programs
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Supporting program evaluation and continuous improvement
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You will work both autonomously and as part of a small, hands-on team.
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The role is primarily outdoors and requires the ability to work in varying weather conditions, stand for extended periods and undertake some manual handling.
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About You
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We are looking for someone with practical horticultural knowledge who is confident engaging with and educating a diverse range of participants.
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To be successful, you will have:
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Knowledge and practical experience in horticulture, urban agriculture, organic gardening and/or community gardens
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Demonstrated experience in teaching, facilitating, educating or working with volunteers in an outdoor environment
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Robust communication and interpersonal skills
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An understanding of accessible and inclusive programming and diverse learning needs
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The ability to identify health and safety risks and confidently conduct site inductions and safety briefings
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A genuine interest in sustainable gardening, urban agriculture and community engagement
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The ability to work independently and contribute positively to a small team
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A good level of physical fitness and the ability to undertake outdoor and manual activities
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Pre-Employment Checks
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The successful candidate will be required to provide:
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Current Police Check, or willingness to obtain one
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Two employment references
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Please note that the successful candidate may also be selected for drug and alcohol screening during their engagement

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