Who we are
Australia's natural and cultural heritage is unique. Our land and seascapes are distinctive, home to plants and animals found nowhere else in the world, and to some of the oldest living cultures on earth. These environments and cultures are an essential part of our national identity, and visitors travel from across the country and the world to experience them.
The Director of National Parks (the Director) is responsible for six national parks, the Australian National Botanic Gardens, 58 Australian Marine Parks and the Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve established under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999.
Parks Australia is the federal park agency that supports the Director, and they are a division of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (the Department). We work to showcase these natural and cultural wonders to the world, demonstrating to all why these places are so special, and inspiring communities to become more invested in their care and future.
Australia's National Botanic Gardens (ANBG) is the nation's largest living collection of Australian native plants. It's a tranquil setting for walking and spending time with family and friends, and a living classroom for visitors of all ages. The Gardens play a significant role in the conservation and propagation of rare and threatened plants.
The Conservation and Nursery team are dedicated horticulturists working to investigate the propagation and growing requirements of Australian native plants. We grow plants for showcasing in the ANBG as part of the world's largest collection of Australian flora. We also have an increasing focus on collaborative conservation projects.
The Job
In this role and under the guidance of the Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for:
Who we are
Australia's natural and cultural heritage is unique. Our land and seascapes are distinctive, home to plants and animals found nowhere else in the world, and to some of the oldest living cultures on earth. These environments and cultures are an essential part of our national identity, and visitors travel from across the country and the world to experience them.
The Director of National Parks (the Director) is responsible for six national parks, the Australian National Botanic Gardens, 58 Australian Marine Parks and the Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve established under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999.
Parks Australia is the federal park agency that supports the Director, and they are a division of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (the Department). We work to showcase these natural and cultural wonders to the world, demonstrating to all why these places are so special, and inspiring communities to become more invested in their care and future.
Australia's National Botanic Gardens (ANBG) is the nation's largest living collection of Australian native plants. It's a tranquil setting for walking and spending time with family and friends, and a living classroom for visitors of all ages. The Gardens play a significant role in the conservation and propagation of rare and threatened plants.
The Conservation and Nursery team are dedicated horticulturists working to investigate the propagation and growing requirements of Australian native plants. We grow plants for showcasing in the ANBG as part of the world's largest collection of Australian flora. We also have an increasing focus on collaborative conservation projects.
The Job
In this role and under the guidance of the Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for:
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