Department of Health
Infrastructure
Infra - Asset Management Services
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 19 January, 2025 11:55 PM AEST.
Award/Classification:Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 3
Employment type:Full Time
Region:North West
Location:Mersey Community Hospital
The Horticulturalist role is paramount to the success of the site in ensuring that our facility is maintained and well presented to ensure high quality healthcare is provided to our community.
The Role: Assist with the designated landscaping including garden construction, minor concrete construction, leveling, drainage, and fencing.Assist with the safe handling and application of chemical sprays for total vegetation control.
Provide technical advice to other Gardeners in the appropriate use of chemical applications.Assist undertake repair and maintenance of gardening equipment and machinery.Knowledge of horticultural practices or ability to acquire knowledge including areas such as:
Planning and undertaking of workMaintenance of gardening tools and equipmentPlant health and pest and disease managementThe Team: The Mersey Community Hospital based in Latrobe Tasmania is a modern 160 bed facility providing high quality healthcare and specialist services to the community.
The facility provides acute services for the NW region.
As site Horticulturalist, you will work alongside a multidisciplined team who provide an extensive range of expertise in plant and equipment within the North West region.
The department is responsible for the maintenance and provision of the following services:
PaintingPlumbingElectricalMechanicalMinor New WorksDetails of appointment: Permanent full time, day worker, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $71,661 to $77,455 per annum.
Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Public Sectors Unions Wages Agreement 2022Benefits available to eligible candidates: Professional development and accelerated pathways.Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.Fitness Passport – You and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.Desirable requirements: Current Driver's Licence.
Application Process: We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process, and application guidance.
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Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values to work in the Department of Health.
We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.
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