Campus Management

• Are you looking for the next step in your career? Become part of a team that cares for UWA’s heritage landscape
• Level 4, full-time appointment on a permanent/ongoing basis
• Salary range: $64,000 to $68,053 plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities. With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University.

About the team

Campus Management is responsible for planning, developing and managing the University’s campus and property portfolio to support teaching, research and campus life. Campus Management delivers a comprehensive range of University-wide services.

About the opportunity

As a Horticulturalist, you will apply amenity horticultural expertise to the maintenance of the University grounds and surrounds in a timely and highly professional manner.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:

• Certificate III in Horticulture or equivalent competency
• Demonstrated experience in horticulture for at least 5 years, preferably in a large organisation
• Demonstrated experience in organising and managing a small team of field staff in day to day operations.
• Relevant experience in the use and maintenance of horticultural machinery and technical knowledge of horticultural practices
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email
• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and compliance with Occupational Health and safety principles and practices
• Current unrestricted ‘C’ class drivers licence
• Current First Aid certificate, manual handling certificate, current chainsaw operator licence, SAT Blue Card (desirable)

About the campus

We work at one of Australia’s most beautiful university campuses, with some of the most inspiring people on the planet. In addition to facilities such as gym, library, swimming pool and childcare, we have great public transport links and end of trip facilities so you can ride, run or walk to work.

Closing date: Thursday, 2 May 2019

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Full details of the position’s responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the Position Description and applicants should clearly demonstrate they meet the selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050.

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered.
• UWA has been awarded Platinum Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2017).