Gardens and Grounds Officer

Position Details Position number: Pool Ref Work type: Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Full Time Location: Greenough Regional Prison Salary: V2WT2 - $87,064 - $88,580 p.a. plus 12% super, POA Closing date: 4:30 PM Attachments: Applicant Information Pack.pdf Job Description Form - Gardens and Grounds Officer.pdf About the Role In this secure, well‑regulated workplace you will manage horticultural operations, oversee the care and maintenance of gardens and production areas, and mentor offenders as they develop new skills. With a strong focus on security, teamwork and personal growth, you will help create a positive and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with dignity, supporting the Department’s vision of building safer, stronger communities. Eligibility A current valid C Class Driver’s licence A valid Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) or must be obtained prior to commencement Forklift Ticket (Desirable ) HR Class Driver’s licence (Desirable ) A current valid White Card (Construction Induction Training accreditation) or willingness to obtain Permanent positions – To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia. Benefits And Opportunities 5 weeks annual leave Monday to Friday with public holidays off Regional Incentive Allowance District Allowance Working with a team of professionals where your experience and knowledge will be nurtured and valued. Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice. Application Process Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application. A detailed resume and cover letter highlighting your transferable skills and achievements, with a particular focus on experience in managing large scale grounds, gardens, and turf. Contact details of two (2) current work related referees. All remaining Job-Related Requirements will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process. Pool Recruitment This pool will be open for a period of 12 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, fixed term, and full time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed. The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool. Equity and Diversity The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups. Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on ***************@justice.wa.gov.au or call *** for culturally appropriate application advice. Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on ***************@justice.wa.gov.au or *** for a confidential discussion. Submitting your application Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted. If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk ************@bigredsky.com on for assistance. To keep you up to date on what is happening in Department of Justice and job opportunities you can go directly to the departments website or follow us on social media. #J-18808-Ljbffr