Labourer - Horticulture

Job Overview

If you thrive in outdoor environments, enjoy hands-on physical work, and take satisfaction in visibly improving community spaces, this Labourer - Horticulture role could be your next opportunity. Join our Parks & Natural Areas team dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the natural beauty of Sutherland Shire.

Key Responsibilities

• Care for and maintain parks, gardens, bushland, and coastal areas.
• Operate horticultural machinery including mowers, whipper snippers, and blowers safely and efficiently.
• Support landscaping projects, planting initiatives, and environmental upkeep activities.
• Collaborate within a team environment focused on quality and safety.

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in horticulture, landscaping, or grounds maintenance preferred.
• Enjoy engaging in physical, teamwork-oriented tasks.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well with others are essential.
• Must hold or be eligible to acquire a White Card for construction-related work.

Position Benefits

• Permanent full-time employment with a 9-day fortnight, totaling 38 hours per week.
• Work within some of the region's most picturesque outdoor settings.
• Opportunity to develop professional skills and career growth.
• Make meaningful contributions to community wellbeing by preserving local natural areas.
• Access to wellbeing programs including fitness passport, employee assistance, annual flu vaccinations, and health initiatives.
• Options for novated lease vehicles available.

Additional Information

• The role offers a salary range from $56,954 to $59,415 annually plus 12% superannuation.
• Applicants will undergo thorough pre-employment screening covering reference verification, work rights, identity, medical and functional checks, criminal and child safety clearances.
• Council enforces Child Safe Standards across all programs and events.

Interested candidates should submit their resume and respond to the application questions by Sunday, 26th July 2026, 11:59pm. Interviews will be conducted within two weeks following the closing date.

For role-specific enquiries, contact the Parks and Bushland Conservation Manager. For recruitment support, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Business Partner.