Ballina | $36 - $41 per hour + Super | 6-8 Week Assignments - Potentially Ongoing

Spinifex Recruiting is currently seeking experienced horticulture and open spaces personnel for multiple casual opportunities with a local government organisation in Ballina.

Whether you're a qualified horticulturist, experienced labourer, or skilled mower operator, we have opportunities available within the Open Spaces team.

Current Opportunities

We are actively recruiting for the following roles:

Tradesperson - Horticulture (JG7)

- Cert III Horticulture (or higher) required
- Undertaking horticultural maintenance and improvements within public open spaces
- Chemical application and weed management activities
- General horticulture, gardening, landscaping and labouring duties
- Supporting the ongoing presentation and maintenance of parks and reserves

Labourer Horticulture (JG2)

- Assisting with the maintenance of parks, gardens and open spaces
- General labouring and grounds maintenance duties
- Weed control and vegetation management activities
- Working as part of the Open Spaces team to maintain public areas
- Chem Cert highly regarded

Plant Operator - Zero Turn Mowers (JG4)

- Operating commercial zero-turn mowers within parks and open spaces
- Supporting grounds maintenance and labouring activities as required

About the Roles

These are casual assignments expected to run for approximately 6-8 weeks (Potentially ongoing).



Duties will vary depending on the role and placement and may include a mix of horticulture, grounds maintenance, plant operation and general labouring activities.

Key Responsibilities May Include

- Maintaining parks, gardens, reserves and public open spaces
- Operating plant and equipment safely and efficiently
- General labouring and site support activities

Essential Requirements

- Current Driver Licence
- White Card
- General labouring or outdoor work experience
- Ability to undertake physically demanding work
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety

Highly Regarded

- Local Government experience
- Open Spaces, parks or grounds maintenance experience
- Chainsaw tickets or other relevant licences
- Landscaping or horticulture background
- Chemical application experience
- Additional plant operating experience

What's On Offer

- Opportunity to work with a local government organisation
- Competitive hourly rates plus super
- Short-term assignment with potential further opportunities

Apply Now

If you're an experienced horticulture skilled, labourer or plant operator looking for local work, click APPLY NOW to be considered for current and future opportunities.

Please Note:

- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Role-specific licences, qualifications and experience are required for consideration

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