About the position: The City of Greater Geraldton’s dedicated team of Horticulture Maintenance Workers undertake operational activities associated with the provision of parks and gardens maintenance services to the greater Geraldton community. We work together to ensure all work is carried out within agreed programs and budget constraints and in compliance with all relevant state and federal regulations, City policies, procedures and relevant Australian standards. This is a full time, fixed term position for a period of up to 1 year with the possibility of extension. Key accountabilities: Maintaining the City’s parks and gardens including streetscapes, amenities, turf, active or passive recreation and other horticultural areas to a high standard Undertaking a variety of activities including planting, weeding, pruning, brush cutting, spraying and removing waste from garden beds Safely operating hand and power tools, plant and specialised horticulture equipment Performing general maintenance and/or labour duties as required For further information and to view the position description, visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment. To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Greg Foster, Supervisor Trees and Horticulture on (08) 9956 6713. Position requirements: The successful applicant will ideally have a Certificate II in Horticulture as well as demonstrated experience in horticulture maintenance techniques and methods associated with turf, landscaping, amenities and irrigation. Applicants who have strong knowledge, skills and experience but do not have formal qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply. Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City. Remuneration and benefits: A salary starting from $76,072 per annum or $38.4981 per hour will be offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications. Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include: Up to 21% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme) 9-day fortnight 22 Annual Leave days Health & Wellbeing Program Flexible working arrangements Career opportunities Free parking About the City Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast.With a growing populationofover 41,000 peopleit offers awide range ofservices andactivities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with usto deliverthe bestfor our community and thisregion. The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace. Interested in applying? To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are advised to include the following: A current resume A written response (maximum 1250 characters per criteria) addressing the following selection criteria inclusive of examples to support your claims: i. This position requires applicants to have MR class driver's license and a White Card. Please list your driver's license class and expiry and confirm whether you hold a White Card. ii. Demonstrated experience in horticulture maintenance techniques and methods associated with turf, landscaping, amenities and irrigation. iii. Sound ability to operate and use hands tools, small power tools, plant, specialised machinery and vehicles effectively and safely. iv. Basic ability to use IT hardware such as smart phone and tablet applications. Applications close 4pm Monday 9 February 2026.
