Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $60,295 - $77,430
Grade: VPS 2
Occupation: Science and research
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 791
The Glasshouse Technical Assistant works collaboratively within the Glasshouse Management Team (GMT) and provides a range of general horticultural support services to scientists at AgriBio enabling research teams to focus on scientific outcomes. Standard tasks performed by the Glasshouse Technical Assistant include daily care and maintenance of plants grown in glasshouses, screenhouses and other controlled environment spaces; plant propagation; pest and disease monitoring and control; maintaining facility hygiene and tidiness; and participation in a weekend roster to provide limited plant care (predominantly hand-watering).
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
This is a fixed term position available for a period until 13 August 2026. The work location for this position is AgriBio, Bundoora.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.
How to Apply:
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Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 4th January 2026.
All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.
Other relevant information:
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
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