WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:

• A Certificate III in Horticulture (or similar) and hands-on experience in amenity horticulture.
• Proven skills in maintaining garden beds, turf areas, and irrigation systems.
• Confidence with machinery like mowers and motorised garden equipment.
• A solid understanding of safe work practices and a proactive attitude to risk and maintenance.
• Great communication skills and the ability to work both solo and in a team environment.
• A current Driver’s Licence (Light Truck endorsement preferred).

JOIN OUR PARKS & GARDENS TEAM – GARDENER ROLE NOW OPEN!

Permanent Full-time | Wangaratta, VIC | $65,884 per annum + super | Make a Difference Outdoors Every Day
Do you have a green thumb and a passion for the outdoors? Love the satisfaction of turning public spaces into vibrant, thriving environments? This is your chance to do meaningful work where every day counts – not just for you, but for your whole community.
We’re on the lookout for a skilled Gardener to join our dynamic Parks & Gardens team – helping to maintain, develop and enhance some of our region’s most loved parks, gardens, playgrounds, and open spaces.
Whether you’re trimming hedges, maintaining playgrounds, or bringing landscape designs to life, you’ll be part of a team that takes pride in creating beautiful, safe, and sustainable environments for everyone to enjoy.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Applying your horticultural know-how to care for gardens, turf, and green spaces.
• Maintaining and mowing parks, playgrounds and streetscapes – keeping them in top shape year-round.
• Operating a range of gear – from commercial mowers to irrigation systems.
• Getting your hands dirty with landscaping, minor repairs, pruning, planting, and more.
• Collaborating with a great crew – or working independently when required.
• Contributing to a culture of safety, teamwork and community pride.

RURAL CITY OF WANGARATTA IS A CHILD SAFE AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS FROM ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLES AND PEOPLE FROM CULTURALLY AND LINGUISTICALLY DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS ARE ENCOURAGED. IN ADDITION, APPLICATIONS FOR POSITIONS THAT WORK WITH CHILDREN MUST PROVIDE REFEREES WHO CAN COMMENT ON THEIR EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH CHILDREN. THESE ROLES ALSO REQUIRE A VALID WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK AND ALL ROLES REQUIRE A NATIONAL CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK.

Ready to Grow Your Career in Horticulture?
Apply now and help us shape greener, more vibrant public spaces. This isn’t just a job — it’s a role that allows you to leave a living legacy in your community.