Horticulturist Department of Parliamentary Services Ongoing, full-time position PoV 3.1, $79,122 - $87,599 About the role Our Buildings & Grounds team are seeking a motivated and experienced Horticulturist to support the maintenance and presentation of the historic Parliament House grounds. Reporting to the Curator, Grounds and Gardens, this hands‑on role involves a broad range of horticultural maintenance activities, as well as preparing gardens and outdoor spaces to a high standard for Parliamentary sittings, events and functions. Key duties include: Carrying out a broad range of horticultural maintenance activities including pruning, fertilising, planting, propagation, irrigation management and weed control, ensuring gardens and landscaped areas are maintained to a high standard. Ensuring effective control of pests, weeds and diseases through the safe and appropriate application of chemical sprays where required. Operating horticultural equipment and machinery safely, ensuring all service and maintenance requirements are met. Assisting with garden maintenance and regular site preparation for Parliamentary and private functions. Maintaining maintenance records and contributing to efficient work practices, while understanding and complying with all work health, safety and risk management policies and procedures. About you You are a team‑focused horticulture professional with a strong work ethic and attention to detail. You take pride in your work and are committed to maintaining high standards in a heritage or high‑profile environment. Essential skills include: Proven experience in turf and horticultural maintenance, including irrigation and turf care Experience operating horticultural plant, equipment and machinery safely Experience in the safe application of chemicals for pest, weed and disease control Strong teamwork and communication skills with a sound understanding of work health and safety Hold a Cert IV in Horticulture with a current Victorian Agricultural Chemical User Permit Why join us? We offer flexible work, come to the iconic heritage listed Parliament House building or our adjacent modern offices and collaborate with the team one day, work from home the next. We understand that your health and wellbeing are integral to your success and have a range of benefits to ensure your physical and mental health are supported. These include access to health and wellbeing initiatives. Your professional development is important to us. That's why we have a dedicated learning and development framework, along with development programs and targeted in-house training to support your professional growth. When you excel at your work and initiate innovative solutions or go above and beyond to demonstrate our values, you will be recognised for your efforts through our reward and recognition program. For more information about a career with us, visit us website. How to apply Using the "Apply Now" button, please include your resume and a brief cover letter (1-2 pages) broadly outlining your experience and how it directly relates to the position. The process from here Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview conducted by a selection panel. This interview may take place in our offices located in the Melbourne CBD or online. Applications close: Applications for this position will close at 11:59pm on Thursday, 26 February 2026. Accessibility If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process for this role, please contact our Recruitment Team via email recruitment@parliament.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8682 2842 Privacy Collection Notice The Parliament of Victoria and the parliamentary departments are committed to protecting your privacy. Personal information is handled in accordance with the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic) (PDP Act) and other relevant legislation. Refer to the privacy collection notice applying to the parliamentary departments' recruitment activities for further information. Child Safe Standards The parliamentary departments are committed to upholding the Victorian Child Safe Standards and the protections afforded to children in the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005. We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal children, the cultural safety of children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, and to providing a safe environment for children with a disability.
