The Shire of Kojonup is now recruiting a Gardener General Hand to join the Property Services team on a full-time basis.

Working for the Shire of Kojonup

- Rostered days off

- Superannuation co-contributions

- 24/7 employee assistance program

- Learning and development opportunities

The key responsibilities of this role are to

- Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices;

- Operate plant and equipment safely in accordance with property programs and skill base;

- Carry out property maintenance programs such as planting, watering, spraying, pruning, weeding, verge mowing, whipper snipping, rubbish pick up and other horticultural activities as directed;

- Carry out property maintenance duties on sporting ovals such as line marking, goals and wicket cover replacement/removal, turf management, irrigation maintenance and mowing activities;

- Laise between departments/teams within the Shire and outside of the Shire via communication with members of the public in relation to property and assets maintenance;

- Conduct routine and scheduled checking and minor maintenance of irrigation systems; and

- Perform other duties such as general labouring and drain cleaning as requested by manager which may also include support to other departments/teams outside of the horticultural area.

Essential criteria

- Experience using specialised hand tools and plant/equipment

- Experience in use and application of Herbicides

- Proven ability to correctly prune shrubs and trees

- Basic oral and written literacy and numeracy skills

- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team-based environment





- Strong time management skills, ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks

- Strict adherence to Work Health and Safety policies and procedures

Desirable criteria

- Experience as a Gardener General Hand

Qualifications and/or training

- Certificate in Horticulture (desirable)

- Chemical Handling Certificate (desirable)

- C class drivers’ licence

- HR drivers’ licence (desirable)

- WHS White/Blue card

- First Aid Certificate (or ability to complete)

Employment offer

This role will be offered on a permanent basis at an hourly rate of $35.63 plus superannuation.

Application process To apply for this position, please click Apply or Apply with Seek to submit your application. You will be required to upload a CV and a cover letter addressing the essential and desirable (if applicable) criteria listed in this advert. If you would like to receive a full copy of the position description, please send your request to **@kojonup.wa.gov.au, referencing this position title.

For further information about the position, you can also contact Dwayne Lottering on 0473 523 ***.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We recognise and appreciate that our business operations are strengthened by having a diverse and inclusive work workplace, where everyone is included and treated with respect.

Applications for this role will close on Friday 13 November 2026. However, candidates may be considered, and interviews conducted, and the preferred candidate may be appointed prior to the closing date.

📌 Gardener General Hand (Kojonup)
🏢 Shire of Kojonup
📍 Kojonup