Gardener - Six Month Term Appointment

Position Title : Gardener – Part-time Six Month Term Closing Date : 7 September 2026 Salary : Commencement hourly rate $31.7245 (Grade 5), plus superannuation. Employment Type : Part-time Term Position (17 hours/week) Monday & Tuesday About Us Griffith is located in the heart of the Wiradjuri Nation and is the regional centre of the Western Riverina. The area supports major industries including rice, cotton, poultry, almonds, wine grapes, cereal production, manufacturing, agriculture, construction and food processing. Our people choose to work here because they’re driven to make a meaningful difference in their local community and thrive in a supportive, flexible and collaborative environment. About the Role The successful applicant will be required to maintain the neat and high standard of appearance of gardens and lawns, sportsgrounds and amenities together with providing gardening labouring skills at varying locations within the Parks and Gardens department. Qualifications: The successful applicant must hold a current Australian “C” driver licence and a General Construction Induction Training certificate (GIT or white card). Please include copies of all relevant licenses and qualifications with your application. About You You’re a collaborative team player who values respect, integrity and shared success. You build strong relationships, communicate openly, and contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace. You take pride in your work, approach challenges with a solution-focused mindset, and are motivated to make a meaningful contribution to your community. What Griffith City Council Offers Work in collaborative, respectful teams where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed Experience a broad range of interesting and impactful work that keeps your role engaging and rewarding. Ongoing learning and career development Application Information Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process, which includes reference, identity, credential, and/or medical history checks. It may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a NSW Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to the successful clearance of all checks. Only those with current rights to work in Australia may apply. Additional Information For any questions about the role, please contact Jemaile Irvine on 1300 176 077 . Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Child Safe Organisation committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, members of the LGBTIQIA+ community, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Applicants with disability are encouraged to request reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.