Horticulture Tradesperson (Turf Maintenance)

• Full time, permanent role

• Income protection and journey insurance provided

• Starting at $74,505 + 12% superannuation

About the Opportunity

As part of the Horticulture team, the Horticulture Tradesperson plays a key role in shaping and maintaining the City’s Park Lands, gardens, biodiversity sites and associated facilities. The position supports the delivery of the team’s Business Plan and contributes to projects that enhance the beauty, sustainability and functionality of Adelaide’s green spaces.

This role focuses on delivering high-quality horticultural work in line with City of Adelaide standards, while supporting the team with practical knowledge, contributing to a positive team culture, and helping ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly. The Horticulture Tradesperson Turf Maintenance is a part of a team that mow 540ha of turf and supports Park Lands teams that care for 776ha of open space in the Park Lands and edge over 151km of turf.

With a focus on customer service and safety, the position engages in and supports workplace health and safety practices, equal opportunity, cultural diversity and ethical standards. This role also involves the care and use of horticultural equipment and personal protective gear, while actively contributing to a positive and safe working environment.

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About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A trade qualification in Horticulture or a relevant discipline.
• Experience in providing advice and solutions to a range of turf management issues
• Relevant experience in Turf Management/ Horticultural maintenance.
• Experience/licensed in the operation of large and minor plant associated with Horticultural maintenance.
• Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to effectively liaise and engage with members of the public and community groups.

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

The City Operations Program ensures our City’s assets, including streets, parks and other public spaces are attractive, clean, well presented and maintained so we all have a city to enjoy and be proud of.

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference.  We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community. 

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Matt Sexton on 8203 7484.

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Matthew Sexton, Work Group Leader, Horticultural Services.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers

Applications close at 11.59pm, 10 May 2026.

Please be advised this is a full time, permanent role with a starting salary at the CSE Grade 5 Classification commencing at $74,505 + 12% superannuation.

As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check, a pre-employment medical and functional capacity assessment.

We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds. 

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from with a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 recruitment@cityofadelaide.com.au