About the Role
This is a hands‑on, outdoor role delivering gardening, landscaping and horticultural works across Council parks, reserves and open spaces. You'll work with small crews, operating plant and equipment safely, and ensuring work is completed to a high standard. Using your practical horticultural knowledge, you'll help maintain and improve Council assets and contribute ideas for better, more efficient ways of working.
Other key responsibilities of this role includes:
- Operate allocated plant such as, but not limited to Tractor, hydraulic Gang Mowers, Herbicide Sprayers, Ride-on Mowers, Truck, Water Tankers, hand tools and machines such as but not limited to mowers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers, pumps, brush cutters, herbicide spraying equipment, etc.
- Undertake a variety of tasks such as landscaping installation/maintenance works, hand digging, mowing operations, tree pruning, park maintenance, cleaning, irrigation systems maintenance and installation with the ability to work on above ground platforms and ladders, fencing, traffic control for various parks works.
- Occasionally prepare correspondence and written reports.
- Read and understand plans.
- Achieve high technical quality work unsupervised either individually or in a team environment on a range of projects.
- Liaise with other workers, on-site contract personnel and members of the public.
Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.
Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.
About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:
- Trade Certificate Horticulture / Arboriculture or equivalent qualification.
- NSW Class MR Driver's Licence or equivalent licence valid in NSW.
- Current NSW General Construction induction card (white card) or accepted interstate alternative.
- Proof of right to work in Australia
We are seeking a reliable, hands‑on worker who enjoys outdoor work, works well in a team, and can also work independently with respect and integrity.
How to Apply
To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.
In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.
- At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
- Please outline how you meet the essential criteria for this position including skills, qualifications, certifications and licenses relevant to this position.
- What is your understanding of Work Health and Safety, and how will you contribute to maintaining a positive safety culture?
- What is your experience in design, construction and plant selection for new gardens?
Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.
For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3203.
Applications Close: Sunday, 26 April 2026 (at midnight)
If you have any questions about this role, please contact Jamie Cannon - Precinct Coordinator - Central
City Services - Open Space & Recreation - 02 4406 2006
Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.
Benefits include:
- Generous leave entitlements
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Option of flexitime for indoor staff
- 9-day fortnight for outdoor staff
- Flexible and remote working arrangements
- Novated lease arrangements available
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies
Shoalhaven City Council is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our diverse community. We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with a disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members. We ensure equitable recruitment practices, and applicants with disability can request reasonable adjustments. As a Child Safe Organisation, we uphold the rights and safety of all children and young people.
