Team Member Horticulture - Gloucester

The role 

We’re looking for a full-time Team Member Parks to join our crew based at our Gloucester depot. This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining and improving parks, sports fields, reserves, cemeteries and other public spaces across the Gloucester area. Working in a small team, you’ll help deliver high-quality, sustainable open space maintenance that the community can be proud of.

This role suits someone with a strong horticultural background who enjoys sharing knowledge and supporting the development of trainees and apprentices, and who is always looking for better ways to work.

What you'll bring

• A horticulture qualification or extensive horticultural experience
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in operation of horticultural plant and equipment such as ride on lawn mowers, tractors and brush cutters.
• Completed WorkCover accredited course in WHS general induction for construction work in NSW, including a demonstrated sound knowledge of Work, Health and Safety procedures and experience in the proper use of tools and equipment.
• Current NSW Drivers Licence (P1 minimum).
• Currently hold or willing to obtain a First Aid Certificate and AQF Level 3 Chemical Certificate.

Please note that to be a successful candidate you'll be required to complete a pre-employment medical check to ensure you can carry out the essential requirements for the role.

Why work with us?

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more. 

Salary: Commencing salary $55,918 p.a. plus superannuation (negotiable based on skills and experience).

Location: MidCoast Council's Gloucester Depot located at 5 Oak Street, Gloucester

Tenure: 

• Permanent Full-time
• 38 hours per week
• Fortnightly rostered day off
• 6:30am to 3:30pm

Closing date: 24 February 2026 at 11.30 pm.

Want to know more?

Please review the position description in PDF or Word formats.

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Doug Cane who is the hiring manager for this role. Doug can be reached on (02) 7955 7767, 0407 645 011 or at doug.cane@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Josie Reardon who is the HR representative for this role. Josie can be reached on (02) 7955 7328 or at josie.reardon@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply: 

• When responding to the questions below, please include detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience. Using the STAR method can help you prepare clear and concise responses using real-life examples. For more information regarding the STAR method, please click on this link.
• Please avoid using AI to generate responses to answer the questions in your application.
• You have the option to save your application prior to submitting, however please ensure you don't forget to submit your application before the closing date.
• Click the "NEXT" button at the bottom of the application form to attach your resume. We recommend using Pdf formatting where possible.
• Attaching a Cover Letter is not a requirement of the application process. However, there is an 'optional field' to attach a Cover Letter, if you wish to do so.
• We will be in touch via email.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. To find out more about our beautiful region click here.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important asset and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do.  We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.