About the role
- This critical role is a key component of the Strategic Master Plan for the Botanical Gardens.
- You will use your management skills to lead the horticulture team.
- Cultivate partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Oversee the Living Collections Master Plan and Tasmanian Flora Conservation Plan.
- Play a critical role in the assessment of tree health throughout the gardens maintaining safety standards.
Our ideal candidate has
- Experience in horticulture and arboriculture.
- Experience managing or supervising teams.
- A growth mindset to learn new practices and contribute to the safety management of the site.
We offer
- Access to ongoing training and development to support your career goals
- Relocation may be considered for the right applicant.
- Up to 5 weeks annual leave a year (including 1 week between Christmas and New year).
- Access to a syndicate of gyms and fitness centres across Tasmania at a reduced rate.
- A stunning workplace location at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens.
About us
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens (RTBG) is a State Government statutory body, governed under the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens Act 2002 and is administered by the Department of Natural Resources and Environment. A seven member RTBG Board is appointed by the Minister to manage the RTBG, with a director appointed to manage day-to-day operations within the Gardens.
