Horticulturist
Play apart in caretaking MHNSW's green spaces and gardens for enjoyment of the publicand maintain historical accuracy for generations to come. As our Horticulturist,you will have the opportunity to work across diverse terrains alongside aknowledgeable and passionate team working within a unique heritage setting.
What the opportunity is:
- Employment with Museums of History NSW.
- Horticultural Trades/Officer Level 6/7. Remuneration package includes salary ($47,593 - $51,803 part-time equivalent), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
- Part-time 22.8 hours per week ongoing employment.
- The role will work across Sydney and is primarily located atRouse Hill Estate.
What we do:
Museums ofHistory NSW brings together a portfolio of iconic museums, rich collections andheritage sites, the nation's oldest archive collection, vital recordkeepingservices and expert staff.
We bringhistory to life by sharing the stories of our places and collections. Throughthe State Archives Collection, we manage NSW's official documentary heritage,supporting government transparency and the public's right to accessinformation.
These tworoles do not just sit side by side - they inform and enrich each other. Bypreserving and making accessible our places, collections and archives, wecreate opportunities for people to explore the past and better understand theirown place in the world. By supporting lifelong learning and inviting people tocome together, we promote civic literacy, empathy, wellbeing and belonging.
We believethat history belongs to everyone. This is the promise and the purpose of MHNSW.
Museums ofHistory NSW is a state cultural institution, established under the Museums ofHistory NSW Act 2022. It is an agency of the NSW Department of CreativeIndustries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport (DCITHS).
What you'll do with us:
The Horticulturist supports theconservation and maintenance of the gardens and grounds across MHNSW sites anddivisional projects to conserve; develop and present these gardens andlandscapes to the highest standards for the access, interpretation, enjoymentand education of visitors in accordance with the philosophies and corporateplan of Museums of History NSW.
For more information on the role,please contact Nick Glavincevski, Horticulture Coordinator West via 0415 088 115.
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What you need to do to apply:
To apply you will need to submit the following:
- A one to two page cover letter outlining how your skills and experiences meet the essential requirements for this role, and
- A current resume listing two referees.
Essential requirements of the role:
- Appropriate trade qualifications and 2 - 3 years post-qualification work experience in a public garden with high presentation and horticultural standards.
- TAFE qualifications in Horticulture and/or equivalent.
- Comprehensive knowledge and proven experience in pest and weed control, including safe use and application of hazardous chemicals.
- Demonstrated experience in a wide range of horticultural duties including arboriculture, soft and hard landscaping incorporating gardening practices, techniques and rationale, plant recognition, cultivation and propagation and turf culture.
- Demonstrated ability to safely use, maintain and make minor repairs to mechanical and other gardening equipment.
- Ability to operate a chainsaw in line with required guidelines.
- Possession of a valid NSW driver's licence with the licence to operate manual vehicles.
- Possession of first aid certificate.
- Knowledge and implementation of Workplace Health and Safety and safe manual handling practices.
- Ability to manage lifting, carrying, standing, kneeling and moving around heritage sites, both internal and external environments is a genuine workplace requirement.
- Willingness to work across and ability to travel to multiple work locations.
Also note:
- For additional resources to help prepare your application and understanding of the process please refer to Applying for a job.
- Our team can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks. If you are a person who requires adjustment and would like to request assistance, please contact MHNSWrecruitment@mhnsw.au.
- For technical support with your application, please contact MHNSWrecruitment@mhnsw.au.
- To be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.
- All successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check with NSW Police.
- A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
Submit your application before the closing date: 10am Friday 17 April 2026.
Diversity and Flexible Working
We are expert keepers and tellers of history, and its manystories, peoples, and cultures. We want to create a team and workplacethat reflects this diversity as well as the diversity in the communities weserve. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives andbackgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that deliversbetter, more inclusive results and connects our people to our communities, toour history, and to each other.
Our vision is to support and empower First Nations people,communities and culture, and across the sites that we care for, we arecommitted to shifting perspectives, truth telling and delivering honestreflections on history.
We understand that flexibility means different things todifferent people and are committed to offering flexible work arrangements whereand when possible.
If you are a First Nations applicant who wouldlike to have a yarn about the role, or require additional support, pleasecontact Dennis Taylor our Manager First Nations Employment & Engagement on02 8239 2284 or via dennis.taylor@mhnsw.au.
Our team can provide alternative formats to apply, makeadjustments to the recruitment process and offer information about workplaceadjustments and support networks.
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Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forwardto receiving your application.
