Horticulturist / Spray Operator

City of Gold Coast • Miami, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Open Space Maintenance’s role is to provide maintenance services to ensure that parks and recreational facilities are maintained to a high standard and meet agreed levels of service with the Asset Custodians via Partnering Agreements. These maintenance operations are achieved through Area Coordinators, including the planning and implementation of maintenance programs for streetscapes, parklands, sporting fields, and roadsides. We also provide professional advice to various customers on the construction and maintenance of park infrastructure, open space areas and roadsides. We’re looking for a motivated Spray Operator / Horticulturist with hands-on experience in horticultural maintenance in particular weed management to join the crew at the Miami depot. If you’re enthusiastic about making a real impact and excited about working in a dynamic outdoor environment, we’d love to hear from you! You will work independently on most days as a spray operator but will be required to assist other crews from time to time with general horticulture maintenance such as: Working in a small team to conduct horticultural maintenance and improvements of parks, landscaped and recreation areas (duties include but not limited to planting, pruning, mulching, hedging, removal of green waste, weed removal/spraying, utilising leaf blowers and operating chainsaws and pole saws). Managing work orders and raising notifications via SAP on an iPad. Planning and organising your own work priorities, following designated work practices to maximise outcomes in terms of quality and productivity. Operating and maintaining plant and equipment. Participating in identified training programs to increase skills and knowledge for continual improvement of the section. Taking pride in your work, having passion for our City and constantly improving your horticultural skills with opportunities and learning new techniques and plant equipment. The successful applicants will be appointed at the appropriate level based on qualifications, skills and experience between Level 2 and Level 7 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream B) Award - Operational.

Requirements

• Certificate II (or higher) in Horticulture / Conservation and Land Management / Arboriculture and / or relevant equivalent knowledge and experience
• MR Driver’s licence (Mandatory)
• General Construction Induction White Card (Mandatory)
• Commercial Spraying Licence (ACDC) (Mandatory)
• High level customer service and communication skills, and a can-do attitude
• High level of motivation and adaptability, with the ability to prioritise and multitask in a dynamic environment

Responsibilities

• Conduct horticultural maintenance and improvements of parks, landscaped and recreation areas (duties include but not limited to planting, pruning, mulching, hedging, removal of green waste, weed removal/spraying, utilising leaf blowers and operating chainsaws and pole saws).
• Manage work orders and raising notifications via SAP on an iPad.
• Plan and organise your own work priorities, following designated work practices to maximise outcomes in terms of quality and productivity.
• Operate and maintain plant and equipment.
• Participate in identified training programs to increase skills and knowledge for continual improvement of the section.

Benefits

• 9-day fortnight
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or your immediate family
• A stable working environment with job security
• A professional, and inclusive work environment working with modern equipment
• Uniform, tools and PPE provided
• A work environment committed to safety as our number 1 priority
• Opportunities to work overtime to increase your take home pay
• Clear paths for career progression and advancement - whether you are interested in moving into a leadership position or upskilling with specialised training, we have plenty of opportunities for you to reach your personal and professional goals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree