Horticultural Officer

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Location:                Yass, NSW
Job Type:               Permanent Full Time
Job Category:        Infrastructure & Assets
Closing Date:         25 May 2025
Salary:                   $63,752.00 - $68,852.16 per annum plus 11.5% superannuation

Be a part of a team making a difference in our growing community.

At Yass Valley Council, we’re committed to empowering our team to thrive while contributing to the growth and well-being of our region. We’re looking for a dedicated Horticulturalist to join our Parks & Gardens Team.

Your Role
In this dynamic role, you’ll be at the forefront to:
•    Undertake horticultural works such as tree surgery, gardening and weed spraying as well as general labouring activities to maintain Council parks, recreation grounds and gardens.
•    Operate and maintain various mowers, equipment, machinery and hand tools.
•    Undertake work with a commitment to collaboration and teamwork.
•    Maintain and promote Council’s culture of customer service.
•    Actively participate in the continuous improvement in performance, safety and quality.

Your Working Environment (for eligible employees)
•    A 38-hour working week, over a 9-day fortnight
•    Access to 6.5 weeks long service leave after 5 years
•    4 weeks paid annual leave
•    Access to 3 weeks sick leave per year, cumulative where unused
•    Access to 2 health and wellbeing days (taken from sick leave entitlements)
•    Guaranteed salary increase of 3% in July 2025
•    Superannuation increase of 0.5% from July 2025

Your Career Growth
•    A supportive environment and collaborative team to assist you to reach your career goals
•    Opportunities for temporary transfers and higher duties arrangements
•    Education assistance program and targeted learning
•    Career growth through internal job opportunities
•    Job security in a Local Government position
•    Access to e-learning platforms and other development opportunities

Your Wellbeing
•    An inclusive culture where all our people are valued and EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
•    Health & Wellbeing program - annual flu vaccinations and injury prevention program.
•    Access to confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) service for you and your family.

Why Join Yass Valley Council

At Yass Valley Council, we don’t just offer jobs – we build careers. As part of a progressive Local Government team, your work will make a tangible difference in the lives of our residents and the future in our region. Join a workplace that values collaboration, innovation and your personal growth.

How to Apply
Submit your application online by addressing the essential criteria questions and uploading a current copy of your resume.

Applications close: 25 May 2025

For help with your application, contact HR on (02) 6226 9251.
For specific role questions, contact Adrian Paull, Coordinator Recreational Services, on (02) 6226 1477

Eligibility Requirements
To apply for this position, you must:
•    Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen or hold a valid visa with permission to work. 
•    Complete an Identity check – supplying 100 points of identification for verification.
•    Be willing to complete an Integrity/Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
•    Be willing to complete a pre-employment medical and audiogram.

This position is subject to relevant pre-employment checks and all applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.