Horticulturalist

at  Amentum

R0112970
On Site
Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
Full time
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Horticulturalist | Alice Springs, NT - Australia
Amentum is a leader in global engineering, project management and solutions integration, trusted to modernise the most critical missions anywhere in the world. Driven to create a safer, smarter, cleaner world, we innovate as a team of inventive doers passionate about making a difference. Underpinned by a strong culture of ethics, safety and inclusivity. Amentum is fiercely committed to operational excellence and successful execution.
Are you seeking a career that offers a healthy work-life balance, a friendly company culture, and engagement with a supportive community?
Amentum has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Horticulturalist to join their team in Alice Springs, NT - Australia.
It is a condition upon your application that candidates are Australian or US citizens to obtain and retain the appropriate level of security clearance and medical clearance applicable to each role.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Essential
Certificate II in Horticulture
Certificate III or IV in Horticulture
Ability to work in a team environment
Desirable
Certificate III or IV in Horticulture
Chainsaw Operators’ Certificate
Small Machinery Maintenance Certificate
Sound knowledge of installation and maintenance of reticulation systems

STATEMENT OF WORK REQUIREMENTS

At least 18 years of age.
Able to fluently read, write and speak English
Australian or US citizen

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Senior Maintenance Officer - Landscaping, the horticulturalist provides support to the Vesta program though expert guidance for developing, maintaining, and improving the grounds for various properties. This includes ensuring the planting, management and cultivating of plants, tree and flowers are conducted. Furthermore, the horticulturalist will be responsible for ensuring proper irrigation systems are in place to maintain the look and integrity of the greenery.
Additionally, the horticulturalists may be involved in providing support to environmental/landscaping projects and initiatives.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintaining lawns and gardens at residential properties and unit complexes.
Maintenance and development of irrigation/reticulation systems.
Develop, maintain, and improve the grounds and landscaping
Provide technical advice as required
Propagation of native plants and basic knowledge of tree care
Planting, pruning and maintenance of shrubs and trees.
Safe and professional use of tools and equipment and be able to perform routine maintenance on small machinery.
Undertake all work in a safe and professional manner.
Report any incidents to management as a priority.
Work as part of a team.
Use of computer systems to record and plan work tasks.
Other duties as directed by the Vesta management team.