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

A spectacular blend of cultivated garden and wilderness tracts within the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah is an ‘island within an island’ that plays a key role in conservation and research of plants from a range of diverse ecosystems in Australia and around the world.

The Garden features many rare species, spectacular cool climate trees, seasonal colour, historically significant plantings and tranquil spaces for picnics or forest bathing.


The role
Our Ornamental Gardens team is currently seeking a Horticultural Labourer who will contribute to the construction and maintenance of horticultural displays within the Blue Mountain Botanic Garden. This is the ideal role for someone who is passionate about plants, and works effectively both independently and as part of a team.

You’ll work as part of a supportive team, using horticultural tools and machinery, helping with weed control, propagation and general garden maintenance, and making sure work is carried out safely. No two days are the same, and you’ll build practical skills while contributing to landscapes enjoyed by visitors from all over the world.

For more information read the full Role Description: Horticultural Labourer


What you will bring to the role

• A genuine interest in plants, gardens, conservation and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Experience (or a strong interest) in maintaining horticultural displays, parks, gardens or natural areas.
• A practical, hands‑on attitude and willingness to learn new skills and follow safe work practices.
• Experience using horticultural machinery and equipment, or the motivation to learn and use it safely.
• An understanding of workplace health and safety, with the ability to work safely around visitors, colleagues and equipment.
• Interest in weed control and plant care, with attention to detail when working around native and desirable species.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a group of world-leading staff from the fields of science and horticulture.


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 Sunday 15^th March 2026.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Marion Whitehead on marion.whitehead@botanicgardens.nsw.gov.au or 02 4634 7911.

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.