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-*****-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rdvp2