We aim to connect and empower communities, conserve WA's unique flora and celebrate local identity. Immerse yourself in world-recognised botanic gardens, parklands and urban bushlands.THIS RECRUITMENT POOL WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHSTHIS POOL WILL BE USED TO FILL VACANCIES BASED IN KINGS PARK AND BOTANIC GARDENAPPLICATIONS FOR THIS POOL CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 15 SEPTEMBER 2025Job DescriptionHorticulturistsHorticulturists will play a key role in delivering the operational plan for the WA Botanic Garden and surrounding parklands. Working with limited or no supervision, you will be part of the Horticultural Displays team responsible for all aspects of amenity landscape maintenance and the curation of plant collections.Nursery HorticulturistsNursery Horticulturists play a key role in implementing the Kings Park Nursery operational plan. Working with limited or no supervision, you will be part of the Nursey team responsible for all aspects of general nursey maintenance and achieving plant production and conservation initiatives for the Authority.At the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority (BGPA), we have adopted which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will demonstrate to help drive positive change.Selection CriteriaApplicants should address the selection criteria for the role they wish to be considered for. If you wish to be considered for both the Horticulturist and Nursery Horticulturist roles, you will need to address the selection criteria for both positions.HorticulturistApplicants should address the following five (5) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total. * Demonstrated experience in Horticultural principles and practice, skills in amenity landscape management, and plant collection curation.
Demonstrated enthusiasm for and knowledge of Western Australian Flora.
Demonstrated computer and records management skills.
Certificate three in Horticulture or higher, or approved equivalent.
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to enhance team effectiveness and coordinate horticultural staff and activities.
The following essential criteria will be assessed at some stage during the selection process. * Current “C” or “CA” class driver’s license (“C” class highly desirable)
Understanding of occupational, health and safety, and equity and diversity principles.
Nursery HorticulturistApplicants should address the following five (5) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total. * Demonstrated experience in the implementation of sound nursery principles and practices and plant collection curation.
Demonstrated enthusiasm for and knowledge of Western Australian Flora.
Demonstrated computer and records management skills.
Certificate III in Horticulture or higher, or approved equivalent.
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to enhance team effectiveness and coordinate horticultural staff and activities.
The following essential criteria will be assessed at some stage during the selection process. * Current “C” or “CA” class driver’s license (“C” class / manual highly desirable)
Understanding of occupational, health and safety, and equity and diversity principles
About UsWe are a statutory authority of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) is an attractive proposition, please visit our .Benefits of working with usIn addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:
Flexible working arrangements.
12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
Well-established learning and development programs.
How to apply:All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:
a covering letter.
a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages) for the role you wish to be considered for. If you want to be considered for both roles, please address the selection criteria for both positions.
current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.
For further job-related information: contact Miriam Everall on (08) 9480 3926 or for further information about the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, visit .We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the values of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.Prior to commencement, successful applicants will need to possess, obtain or complete:
A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.
A satisfactory pre-employment-medical with BGPA's medical provider.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status. To be eligible for contract employment, it is essential to have a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.Substantive Equality StatementYour interest in employment opportunities at BGPA is welcomed. BGPA actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people in our workplace. We encourage all people, including those with disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for vacant positions. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or . Do not send applications to this email; they will not be accepted.If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact on 13 64 64.Appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent, contract or casual, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
