Horticulture Trainee (Hobart)

Job Overview Salary: $*****
- $***** Job Type: Maximum Term
- Full Time Location: Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Job Category: Facilities & Services Key Focus Areas
- Ensure all child safeguarding concerns are reported in line with mandatory reporting requirements and promote a child-secure culture where children feel empowered to raise concerns.
- Assist with general grounds and maintenance tasks as directed by the Grounds Team Leader, ensuring alignment with the schools service standards.
- Support landscaping and irrigation works in accordance with the School's landscaping program and contribute to plant health, growth, and overall presentation of garden areas.
- Maintain lawns, garden beds, trees, and shrubs through mowing, fertilising, watering, pruning, and weeding. Ensure all grounds are kept neat, healthy, and well-presented, including repairing bare areas where required.
- Maintain the grounds, workshop, and equipment in a safe and serviceable condition. Report faulty equipment promptly and adhere to maintenance specifications.
- Assist the grounds and maintenance team, as well as school staff, with projects and minor works as directed, ensuring tasks are safely set up and appropriately supervised.
- Complete all requirements of the Certificate II in Horticulture within designated timeframes and safely operate and maintain horticultural equipment following training and induction.
- Adhere to all Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations, policies, and documentation requirements, ensuring legislative compliance in all tasks.
- Contribute to a positive, proactive, and collaborative team environment within the grounds and maintenance team.
- In consultation with the Maintenance Team Leader, assist in planning and carrying out routine and scheduled maintenance tasks.
- Support safe and productive traffic management during student drop-off and pick-up times and assist with student crossing duties following appropriate training.
- Undertake additional duties as required, consistent with the skills and level of the role. Essential Qualifications & Requirements
- Solid reliability, demonstrated through consistent attendance, punctuality, and a dependable approach to work.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise work effectively.
- Competent computer and communication skills, including use of email and job ticketing systems.
- Current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People registration (employment) and a recent National Police Check (less than 6 months old).
- A current Tasmanian driver's licence, with the ability to operate a manual vehicle, is desirable.
- Commitment to the School's Purpose & Concerns and Quaker values. How to Apply
- A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role, including relevant horticultural and leadership experience.
- Your current resume detailing qualifications, certifications, and employment history. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rj1zz