Council Centres Open Space Maintenance Officer

2 weeks ago

Hoppers Crossing, Victoria, Australia Wyndham City Council Full time
Multiple roles available

  • Ongoing, Full time
  • Work across Wyndham's Municipality
  • Band 3 salary of $70,403.79 plus super and a fortnightly RDO

We are Wyndham, one of Australia's fastest growing and most diverse cities.


Our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared to welcome over 200,000 new residents by 2040.

Shape new possibilities. Be part of something more.

A bit about the role


You will work within the larger Open Space Maintenance Unit to complete horticulture and parks maintenance tasks and programs to Council standards and polices.

You will pride yourself in making Wyndham a better place for the community.


Daily, you will take responsibility for the care of plant, tools and equipment, including fuel, lubrication and fluid levels as required and fulfill allocated tasks in maintaining trees, gardens, parks, plantations drains and/or road reserves.


What you will do

  • Eradicate weeds by both manual and chemical techniques
  • Maintain all open space assets connected to Council Centre's
  • Operate plant and equipment associated with garden maintenance e.g., rotary hoes, mowers, brush cutters, pruners, etc.
  • Participate in cleansing of Wyndham's assets including footpaths, park furniture, playgrounds, barbeques, and other locations as requested
  • General maintenance and repairs of irrigation
  • Assist in training apprentices
  • Assist in landscaping design and special projects
  • Act on or report observed situations requiring maintenance attention

What you will bring

  • Horticulture Certificate or equivalent (desirable)
  • Current Working with Children Check (desirable)
  • License to drive a motor vehicle and truck (desirable)
  • Chemical Users Certificate (desirable)
  • Experience in passive and active open space irrigation or similar
  • Experience in supervision of apprentices and contractors
  • Experience and skills in weed/plant identification
  • Ability to work with other employees and deal with the public in a courteous manner
  • Experience in use and maintenance of small plant
  • Ability to work autonomously and within a team environment
  • A continuous improvement mindset with a positive, proactive, and flexible attitude

Be part of something more


Take a look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community.

It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work.

Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

Ask us how this role can be worked.

So, are you ready to shape new possibilities?

What's next?
Applications will be accepted until **11:59PM on Sunday 18 February 2024.

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