Tasmania's Government House, the official residence of the state's Governor, sits on 15 hectares of land overlooking the Derwent River. Government House is known as one of the great Vice-Regal residences across the Commonwealth and hosts a wide range of guests and dignitaries.
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Horticulture Trainee to join our Grounds Maintenance team in a full-time capacity. Our Grounds Maintenance team work across a variety of roles across the estate. In this role, you'll be working with the team to assist our Horticulturalists in all areas of garden maintenance, Including, but not limited to;
- Assist with the maintenance of ornamental garden beds, weeding, planting, pest & disease control, pruning, mulching, and fertilising.
- Assist with turf maintenance, mowing, brush cutting, turf renovation, fertilising, weed control, pest & disease control.
- Assist with the production of food and cut flowers, seed sowing, propagation, seasonal planting, weeding, pest & disease control, pruning, mulching, fertilising and harvesting.
- Assist with the operation, maintenance, and installation of irrigation systems.
- Assist with the maintenance of garden hedges, tennis courts and bowling greens
- Assist with the maintenance of Estate vineyard, seasonal vine maintenance, pruning, and harvesting.
- With supervision and appropriate training, operate and maintain small machinery, power and hand tools.
The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for gardens and horticulture, and additionally bring to the role
- Good physical fitness (the role will include significant walking distances including hilly areas)
- Well-presented, polite and friendly
- Ability to work professionally and cooperatively in a close team environment
- Workplace discretion in matters relating to the Office of the Governor Tasmania (including being able to pass a National Police Check)
- Ideally some prior experience in a grounds, landscaping or garden environment, or completion of a Certificate II or higher in Horticulture
We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and genders. Additionally, as a state government facility, we require all staff to be up-to-date with current Covid-19 vaccinations
To apply for this exciting and rare opportunity, please attach your resume with a tailored cover letter outlining why you feel you're the ideal candidate for this opportunity.
To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have full working rights.
