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Join to apply for the Horticulturalist Spray Technician role at Central Coast CouncilLove working outdoors? Passionate about plant health and pest control? Join our team and play a hands-on role in creating vibrant, thriving green spaces.ResponsibilitiesUtilise your horticultural expertise to create a positive impact on the Central Coast community.Oversee effective weed and pest management for sports fields.Deliver comprehensive spray programs while ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.Provide quality customer service, effectively allocate resources, and maintain up-to-date administrative records.About the RoleThe Horticulturist Spray Technician plays a crucial role in managing pests and weeds across various sports fields. This position is responsible for delivering comprehensive spray programs while ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.About YouWe are looking for a motivated individual with a strong background in horticulture and parks maintenance. The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to safety and quality service delivery.Certificate III in Horticulture/Parks and Gardens or equivalent experience.Current WHS Construction Induction Certificate (White Card).AQF Level 3 Chemical Accreditation certificate.Valid Class C Drivers Licence.Desired qualifications include a Medium Rigid Drivers Licence, First Aid Certificate, and AQF Level 4 Chemical Safety / Risk Management certificate. You should be able to manage your workload independently while adapting to changing priorities and customer needs.Other InformationThe commencing salary for this position is up to $68k per annum. Central Coast Council also provides progression opportunities for employees to progress up to the maximum salary of $78.8k per annum on completion of assessment of skills and performance + $19.49 weekly allowance + 12% superannuation.We have a permanent full-time role available.This role will have access to a 9 day fortnight.This role is located at our Erina Depot.Extra BenefitsFitness Passports and wellbeing leave; Employee Assistance Program and other wellbeing initiatives.Long service leave after 5 years, free flu vaccination program, access to skin cancer screening, breast screen and blood donations.Professional development opportunities and staff recognition programs.Novated leasing partnerships.EEO and Safety Central Coast Council is committed to equal opportunity employment and to a work environment that fosters equity, diversity and respect. The Council is committed to providing safe environments that protect the wellbeing of children on the Central Coast.How to ApplyThe contact person for this role is Andrew Spicer, Team Leader Sportsfield. You can contact Andy on 0459 661 017.This position will close for applications at midnight on Sunday, 21 September 2025.LocationCentral Coast Council is located on the northern fringe of Sydney and about an hours drive from Newcastle. The Central Coast offers one of the best places in Australia to live and work.How To Apply (Steps)Answer the on-line questions shown below.Attach your resume.Attach your qualifications and licences.You will receive an automated response once your application is lodged. If no response is received, please re-submit.We will not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from recruitment agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr