Team Leader - Nursery Operations

Team Leader - Nursery Operations

Do you enjoy working outdoors and are you committed to environmentally sustainable horticultural practices?

An exciting opportunity exists within the Parks and Space unit for a Team Leader – Nursery Operations to join their supportive and collaborative team. You will be responsible for the production and maintenance of all plant material as well as day to day supervision of all operational tasks and personnel within the nursery operation and the Greening Greater Bendigo team.

As the successful candidate you will have skills, knowledge and experience within the production nursery industry, with excellent specific and broad range knowledge on plants. You will also have the ability to operate as an effective team member with proven skills and experience in supervision of staff. The ability to program, prioritise and communicate work schedules and stock inventories and the ability to effectively maintain a safe and efficient worksite are essential for this role.  

If you hold a qualification and/or extensive experience in Nursery Operations or Intensive Horticulture, we welcome your application.

A satisfactory police records check and evidence of COVID-19 vaccination is required for this position.

If you require any further information regarding this position, please contact Orrin Hogan, Coordinator Heritage Gardens and Amenity Landscapes on 0429 419 456.

Applications addressing the key selection criteria must be received by close of business Tuesday November 2, 2021.

The City of Greater Bendigo is a proactive, flexible and dynamic employer, delivering more than 100 services to the community. The City is an equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from people with diverse cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all abilities. The City has zero tolerance for child abuse and adheres to the Victorian Child Safe Standards and related legislation.