Labourer - Horticulture

Job No: SSC1851
Location: Sutherland Shire

Are you someone who enjoys working outside, staying active and taking pride in seeing the difference you've made at the end of the day?

We're looking for a Labourer – Horticulture to join our Parks & Natural Areas team.

This isn't just mowing lawns. You'll help maintain parks, gardens, bushland and coastal areas across the Sutherland Shire, working alongside a supportive team that genuinely cares about the local environment and community.

What you'll be doing:

  • Maintaining parks, gardens and bushland.
  • Operating equipment such as mowers, whipper snippers and blowers.
  • Assisting with landscaping, planting and environmental maintenance.
  • Working safely as part of a team that takes pride in delivering quality work.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

  • Have experience in horticulture, landscaping, grounds maintenance or a similar outdoor role.
  • Enjoy physical, hands-on work.
  • Work well in a team and have a positive attitude.
  • Hold a White Card (or are eligible to obtain one).

Why join us?

  • Full-time permanent position, 9-day fortnight.
  • Work in some of the Shire's most beautiful outdoor spaces.
  • Opportunities to build your skills and grow your career.
  • Make a real contribution to the community by helping keep our parks and natural areas looking their best.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you're ready to swap routine for variety and want a role where you can see the results of your work every day, we'd love to hear from you.

  • Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
  • Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 26th July 2026
  • Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within two weeks of job ad closing.
  • Package: From $56,954 - $59,415 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
  • Hours of work: Full Time permanent position, 38 hours per week with a 9 day fortnight.
  • To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Sarah Gasseling, Parks and Bushland Conservation Manager SGasseling@ssc.nsw.gov.au  for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, JJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

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About Sutherland Shire Council

Sutherland Shire is a unique area in greater Sydney. Boasting iconic beaches, stunning coastline, vibrant town centers, and incredible national parks. All just 26 km from the CBD. As one of the largest Councils in NSW, we're home to a growing and connected community of more than 230,000 people.

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