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• Ongoing full-time (38 hours) opportunity
• Location – Blue Mountains Botanic Garden – Mount Tomah.
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $61,736 to $72,582 + super

The role
Looking for a hands-on role in one of Australia’s most unique horticultural environments? As a Horticultural Labourer at the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden – Mount Tomah, you’ll support the care of one of the country’s best cool-climate plant collections, including the iconic Wollemi Pine. You’ll also assist in maintaining 250 hectares of World Heritage-listed wilderness and contribute to turf management across open spaces—making this a truly varied and exciting opportunity.

You’ll be part of a passionate team working across arboriculture, natural areas, and open space management. From weed control and propagation to machinery use and conservation work, no two days will be the same. If you enjoy working outdoors, are safety-conscious, and want to contribute to meaningful environmental stewardship, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Horticultural Labourer


What you will bring to the role

• Experience in tree work, conservation land management, turf care, or greenkeeping
• A strong work ethic and willingness to work outdoors in a physically active role
• Familiarity with horticultural machinery, tools, and safe work practices
• A proactive attitude and ability to follow instructions and work independently or in a team
• Sound understanding of WHS procedures and commitment to safety

What is an essential requirement:

• Current driver’s licence and willingness to undertake fieldwork for extended periods of time and have the ability to lift and carry a minimum 15 kilos.
• Ability to work outside of normal working hours and on weekends if required.

About us
Botanic Gardens of Sydney, under the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust, is Australia’s oldest scientific institution and a custodian of over $1.2 billion in cultural, heritage, and botanical collections. As the premier botanical research institute, we encompass world-leading botanic gardens and Sydney’s leading outdoor live entertainment precinct. We engage international, national, and regional visitors, making us a leading entity in the NSW tourism sector.


Why join our team?

• Fantastic Team Culture - Be a part of passionate and hard-working teams who approach their busy day-to-day work with good humour and a sense of fun!
• Genuine long-term Career Opportunities - Opportunity to grow your career as a Horticulturist.
• Focus on Wellbeing and Work/Life Balance – A regular rostered/allocated day off can be accrued. The Fitness Passport program gives members discounted access to gym, aquatic, and leisure facilities across NSW.

 
Join us
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Tuesday 16^th September 2025.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Ash Filipovski on ashley.filipovski@botanicgardens.nsw.gov.au or 02 4567 3005.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.