Permanent full-time appointment
Please note the closing date has been extended to Wednesday 11 June 2025.
About Us
Take charge of your future with North Regional TAFE and live in one of the most pristine, remote and exciting regions in our State.
At North Regional TAFE our purpose is to deliver innovative learning solutions for individuals, industry and communities that facilitate real employment outcomes by putting the student at the centre of everything we do.
We are driven by our passion for education, deliver more than 200 nationally recognised qualifications and strive to provide educational opportunities to everyone, regardless of background, economic status, gender, race or location.
Training is also offered in non-accredited programs, short courses, work-readiness programs, literacy and numeracy, and skill sets.
North Regional TAFE is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. People from diverse backgrounds including people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
As a measure to achieve equality, sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply and to indicate within their application to which diversity group they belong.
If you would like to speak to an independent employment support service professional for free advice, resume tips, creating cover letters, responding to selection criteria or conducting some interview practice, give your local Jobs and Skills Centre a call on 13 64 64.
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Find out more by visiting our website: www.northregionaltafe.wa.edu.au
About the role
This position will be responsible for maintaining the appearance of gardens, grassed areas and horticultural teaching compound at the campus, student and staff accommodation and supports gardening operations at other nearby campuses. This includes maintaining garden beds, pruning, weeding, mowing grassed areas, maintaining reticulation and checking watering schedules. Facilitating the purchase of plants and gardening consumables and providing support to the local Facilities team to coordinate on site contractors.
To be successful, you will have the following…
- Considerable experience and knowledge in a Horticulture background.
- Proven ability to read and understand written instructions and apply safety principles.
- Ability to work as part of a team and to be able to work with minimal supervision.
- Physically capable to undertake the duties of the position including manual handling (i.e. movement of furniture and equipment).
- Possess a broad range of manual skills and practical experience.
Work Benefits
Our employees are covered by industrial agreements providing a significant range of employment benefits including:
- Five weeks paid leave
- Access to an additional 5 rostered days off
- District Allowance from $7,436 - $18,898 per annum.
- Generous travel subsidy up to $1,940 for yourself and your dependents plus additional travelling time each year.
- Air-conditioning subsidy to offset a proportion of your power bills during applicable months.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Tax reducing salary-packaging options
- Employer Superannuation Contribution of 11.5%
- Access to NR TAFE’s corporate uniform.
- Free access to confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
- Subsidised annual influenza vaccination.
- Up to five days Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Islanders
For Further Job Related Information
Please contact Leanne Johnston, A/Facilities Coordinator on 0417 906 857 or email leanne.johnston@nrtafe.wa.edu.au
How to Apply
Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.
Applicants are required to apply online and submit by the closing date detailed below.
- A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees
- A brief covering letter not exceeding two pages demonstrating your skills and experience against the requirements of the position as outlined in the attached JDF
Advertised Reference Number: NRM030.25S
Please ensure your application documents are complete and ready for upload, prior to clicking on the Apply for Job button.
If you are experiencing any difficulties applying, please contact Establishment & Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735.
Other Conditions and Eligibility
Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card.
To be eligible for appointment Australian Citizenship, relevant visa or permanent residency is required.
This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months.
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is submitted and received by the closing date and time. Late applications, proforma, faxed, hand delivered, posted and emailed applications will not be accepted.
Applications close Wednesday 11 June 2025 at 4:00pm (WST)
