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The Shire of Esperance, located 750km from Perth on Western Australia’s south east coast, comprises some of the most spectacular landscapes and beaches in WA. The Shire employs over 300 people in a diverse range of roles, making us one of the largest employers in the region. Employees enjoy generous benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, health and wellbeing initiatives, opportunities for career progression, and work life balance.

All employees strive to embody the Shire’s values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence in contributing to the community, making Esperance a excellent place to live and work.

About the Job

There is an exciting opportunity with the Parks and Reserves team for a Horticulturist. The successful candidate will provide a high level of horticultural maintenance services to the community that will enhance the living environment of the Shire of Esperance. Provide support and technical advice within the Horticulture Maintenance Team.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Develop and maintain the Shire’s new and established public parks and other public assets to a high standard for use by the public.
- Actively participate in the development of all aspects of parks and reserves.
- Provide guidance to other staff on horticultural issues.
- Provide direction for a small group of employees.
- Perform a diverse range of Horticultural works including planting, pruning, mulching, weed pest and disease control, turf maintenance and nursery work within the Shires parks and reserves.
- Identify potential improvements to Shire parks and reserves.
- Correctly interpret plans drawings and specifications and construct landscape accordingly.
- Maintain necessary records as required.
- Any other duties as required.





This is a full time position working 85 hours per week.

About you

In order to succeed and thrive in this position, you must have:

- Trade Certificate or experience in horticulture or associated field.
- Sound knowledge of landscape maintenance techniques.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated decision making and problem solving skills.
- Well-developed leadership and supervisory skills.
- 'MR' drivers licence

Benefits

Salary: $87,075.26 per annum including overtime

Permanent staff are entitled to:

- 5 weeks annual leave per year
- 9 day fortnight
- Minimum of 12% superannuation employer contribution
- Superannuation co-contribution offered to a maximum of 5%
- Free access to the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre (pool & gym)
- Access to career development opportunities
- Uniform & PPE supplied
- Versatile work arrangements
- Employee wellness initiatives including Employee Assistance Program, skin checks and flu vaccinations

Applications close on 29 November 2026 at 6 PM.
Applications must be made via the Shire of Esperance online recruitment portal by clicking the APPLY button below and include a current Resume, a Cover Letter and statements addressing the Selection Criteria.
Further details are available in the Position Description, found on the recruitment portal, or contact Human Resources on 08 •••• •638.

Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date and as such, the closing date is subject to change without notice.

The successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening test to be considered for the role.

The Shire of Esperance is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Attachments:
- PD - Asset Operations - Parks and Reserves - Horticulturist November 2026.docx

📌 Horticulturist (Esperance)
🏢 Shire of Esperance
📍 Esperance