Work with us

Find current job openings at the Botanic Gardens of Sydney.

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Work with the Gardens

Join the team at the Botanic Gardens of Sydney and help shape the next 200 years of scientific research, horticulture delights, and education and event excellence.

Employment at the Botanic Gardens of Sydney is more than just a job. As a purpose-driven organisation our people are committed to providing solutions to critical environmental challenges and improving the quality of people’s lives through joyous connections to inspiring public spaces.

As the stewards of three world-leading Botanic Gardens, Australia’s premier botanical research institute and The Domain, the Botanic Gardens of Sydney is a dynamic and inclusive workplace. We offer our employees interesting and challenging work, as well as unique employment opportunities with an emphasis on retention.

Diversity and inclusion is celebrated and supported across the workplace, and we welcome applications from all members of the community.

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Why work for us

Apart from working for the oldest scientific institution in Australia our employees also receive the following benefits:

  • Discounts for on-site food and beverage venues
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounted parking
  • Access to discounted gym passes through the Fitness Passport
  • Flexible working arrangements
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We advertise all current employment roles on I work for NSW.
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We also offer a range of volunteering opportunities for individuals and Australian businesses.
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Stay up to date with our future program offerings coming in 2027.
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Discover how our Ambassador Program amplifies our science, education and living collections.