Horticultural Assistant
- Join the City Presentation team as a Horticultural Assistant.
- Maintain parks, gardens, and public spaces with a focus on safety and quality.
- Work independently and as part of a team in an outdoor environment.
Permanent full – time (38 hours per week)
Weekly Salary: $1151 - $1255 (plus allowances and superannuation)
About Orange City Council
Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to our region and local community. With around 850 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim is to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.
About the role
Orange City Council is seeking motivated and reliable Horticultural Assistant to join the City Presentation team. This role suits someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining parks, gardens and public spaces, and is committed to safe, high-quality work. To succeed, you will bring:
- Current Class C Driver Licence
- NSW General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
- ChemCert AQF3 Chemical Accreditation or similar, or a willingness to obtain
- Experience in a similar role, such as landscape labouring, plant operation, or garden maintenance
- Experience using plant and equipment, such as tractors with implements, push mowers, brush cutters, and hedge trimmers
- The ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
- A sound understanding of Work Health and Safety (WHS) procedures
The following is highly regarded:
- Current Medium Rigid (MR) Driver Licence
- Certificate II in Horticulture
- Level 1 and 2 Chainsaw Operations certificates
- RMS Traffic Control licences (Blue/Yellow Card)
- Experience operating load shifting plant, such as a backhoe, front end loader, or skid steer.
View the full Position Description by clicking HERE (this link will work on Council's website).
Interested?
Submit your resume along with a response outlining why you are an excellent fit for the role. Applications close: Tuesday, 3 November 2026
Visit www.orange.nsw.gov.au to learn more about Orange City Council
If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact Botanic Gardens Team Leader, Neil Bollinger on 02 6393 8680.
Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.
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