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• Permanent full-time opportunity (38 hours/week)
• Based at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $72,962 to $79,146 + super
• Rostered Day Off, Fitness Passport and other benefits

Botanic Gardens of Sydney is a purpose-driven organisation connecting people with plants to tackle environmental challenges and bring joy through inspiring public spaces. We care for three world-class botanic gardens, a leading botanical research institute, and one of Australia’s most loved parklands.

The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney sits on Gadigal land by Sydney Harbour. It’s home to diverse plant collections, Australia’s oldest scientific institution, and a top national attraction.


The role
This hands-on role will see you providing horticultural care and maintenance for plants across the Botanic Gardens of Sydney. You’ll be involved in a wide range of tasks across the breadth of the horticulture industry.

You’ll work closely with your team, labourers and apprentices to keep our displays looking their best. If you love working outdoors, enjoy discovering new plants, and have a solid knowledge of horticultural practices, this role offers a great opportunity to grow your skills in a unique and beautiful environment.

For more information read the full Role Description: Horticulturist


What you will bring to the role

• Experience in maintaining parks, gardens or horticultural landscapes, with a solid understanding of plant care and seasonal maintenance.
• A passion for plants and the environment, with a genuine interest in contributing to the care and conservation of our unique living collections.
• A hands-on, proactive attitude and the ability to work well in a team to deliver high-quality horticultural outcomes.
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety policies, with the ability to implement safe work practices.
• Proficiency in using and maintaining horticultural machinery and equipment to industry standards.

What is an essential requirement:

• Certificate lll in either Horticulture or Parks & Gardens or equivalent qualifications with experience in the maintenance of horticultural displays, pest and disease control, weed management, plant nutrition and irrigation control and in the maintenance and use of all associated plant and equipment.
• Current driver’s licence with the ability to drive manual vehicles 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 – Be part of a unique organisation with three iconic sites, access to Australia’s leading botanical research institute (AIBS), and opportunities to collaborate with experts and connect with botanic gardens around the world.
• 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 11.55pm on Sunday 11^th May 2025.

Should you require further information about the role please contact John Larsen on john.larsen@botanicgardens.nsw.gov.au.

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.