Parks and Gardens Officer

Parks and Gardens Officer (Mower Operator / Truck Driver).

Join the Parks Presentation Team and help shape Banyule's green spaces

Are you someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride inmaintaining community spaces, and wants to build a rewarding career in localgovernment?

We're seeking a motivated and safety-conscious Parks andGardens Officer (Mower Operator / Truck Driver) to join our ParksPresentation team and help deliver high-quality horticultural services acrossBanyule's parks, gardens, and open spaces.

At Banyule City Council, you'll be part of a team that caresfor an extensive and diverse portfolio of community assets, including more than200 parks and reserves, 50 sports fields, 163 playgrounds, over 75,000 streettrees, shared trail networks, gardens, and public open spaces that contributeto the liveability and wellbeing of our community.

Why you'll love this role

This isn't just a mowing role.

It's an opportunity to build a career within one of Victoria's leading local government open space teams while making a visiblecontribution to the community every day.

• Working outdoors in someof Banyule's most beautiful parks and reserves.
• A varied role involvingmowing, horticultural maintenance, equipment operation, and landscapepresentation.
• Being part of asupportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities to developnew skills, gain experience across different areas of Open SpaceManagement, and work alongside professionals from Parks, Bushland, Trees,Sportsfields, Capital Works, and Asset Management.
• The chance to buildnetworks across Council and explore future career opportunities within theorganisation.

At Banyule, we invest in our people and encourage continuouslearning, professional development, and career progression.

What you'll be doing

As a Parks and Gardens Officer, you will:

• Maintain high-qualityhorticultural assets through professional park and garden maintenancepractices.
• Operate and maintainmowing equipment and light mechanical plant safely and efficiently.
• Contribute to thepresentation and upkeep of Council's parks, reserves, roadsides, andpublic spaces.
• Support a safe workplaceby identifying hazards, following OH&S procedures, and maintainingaccurate records.
• Work collaborativelywith a dedicated team delivering essential services to the community.

What we're looking for

We're seeking someone who:

• Demonstrates acommitment to teamwork, safety, and customer service.
• Holds a current MediumRigid (MR) Driver's Licence and can safely operate vehicles up to 13.9tonnes GCM.
• Has experience operatingOut Front Mowers and a range of horticultural equipment including brushcutters, blowers, edgers, and hand mowers.
• Has previous experienceworking effectively within a team environment.
• Brings a positiveattitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.

Experience operatinghedge trimmers, chainsaws, post hole diggers, and other horticulturalmachinery will be highly regarded.

Pre-employmentrequirements:

• CurrentMedium Rigid driver's licence.
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• Functional Capacity Assessment

Build more than parks. Build your future.

At Banyule City Council, you'll be joining an organisation committed to enhancing the natural environment, supporting its people, and delivering exceptional outcomes for the community. Whether you're looking to grow your skills, develop your career, or make a meaningful difference every day, this role offers an excellent starting point with opportunities that extend well beyond mowing and parks maintenance. We offer:

• Salary of $72,697.90 per annum plussuper.
• A permanent full-time positionwith a fortnightly RDO.
• Working Monday to Friday from 7.00am to3.56pm (during daylight Savings 6.30am to 3.26pm).
• 26 weeks of paid parental leave -primary carer/4 weeks of paid parental leave – partner.
• Collaborative and inclusive teamculture.
• Ongoing learning and developmentopportunities, including health and well-being initiatives.

Applicationsclose: 7 October 2026 at 11:45 PM.

For moreinformation or if you have any questions, contact Allan Newton on 0422656 ***

Why choosethis opportunity:Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on ourcommunity. At Banyule Council, you'll have the opportunity to drive serviceexcellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the bettermentof our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative workenvironment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.

Banyule CityCouncil is an Equal Opportunity Empl