Qualified Gardener

$69,084- $73,352 per annum (plus Super and Industry allowance)

Permanent Full Time

2x Positions Available

About Us

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

Are you ready to be a part of an exciting and transformative journey in the heart of one of Australia's most culturally diverse and thriving communities? Greater Dandenong City Council is an innovative and forward-thinking organisation, home to Melbourne's second-largest urban centre and a pivotal hub for manufacturing, retail and commerce in the State, Greater Dandenong boasts exceptional character and a vibrant, multicultural population that contributes to a rich cultural tapestry.

About the Role

Are you passionate about horticulture and maintaining beautiful open spaces? We are seeking a dedicated Qualified Gardener to join our team, helping to enhance and maintain our parks, gardens, and public open spaces.

As a Qualified Gardener, you will be responsible for the maintenance of the city's amenity horticulture assets, ensuring they are vibrant, attractive, and well cared for gardens that showcase the public open spaces across the municipality.

The role will involve:

• Undertaking general horticultural maintenance, including planting, pruning, watering, mulching and weed control
• Operating and maintaining a variety of horticultural equipment and machinery
• Assisting in the implementation of landscaping projects
• Monitoring and managing plant health for pest & disease
• Working collaboratively with the team to deliver high-quality open space
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About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A relevant horticultural qualification (Certificate III in Horticulture or equivalent)
• Experience in garden maintenance, landscaping, or a similar role
• Knowledge of plant care, pest management, and irrigation systems
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
• A strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental sustainability
• A valid driver's licence (mandatory), preferably MR Truck licence

Why Join Us?

• Work in a role that directly contributes to the community and environment
• Be part of a supportive and passionate team
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary and employee benefits

If you have a passion for horticulture and want to make a difference in our community's green spaces, we'd love to hear from you!

Benefits of working with us

Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.

Our benefits include

• Competitive salary
• Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
• Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
• Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
• Reward & recognition programs
• Health initiatives
• Access to our support and wellbeing programs
• A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us

Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.

Council is commitment to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.

To Apply

Applicants must adequately meet the requirements of the role and fully address the selection criteria contained in the position description. To view a copy of this position description, please click on the link below.

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You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

The successful candidate will be asked to produce a current Victorian Drivers Licence and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an 'international criminal history check'), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Applications close: 5pm, Friday 28th March 2025

Further information: Jack Chittenden, 8571 1772