Open Space Maintenance Officer – Local council

1 week ago


Torquay, Australia Gforce Employment Solutions Full time

Hourly Rate: $43.21 + super

Work Schedule: 4 days per week (choose Monday or Friday off)

Contract Dates: 29 September – 19 December

Potential for extension

About the Role

Help maintain parks, reserves, and open spaces to keep them clean, safe, and enjoyable for the community. You’ll use equipment like mowers and trucks, work with a friendly team, and make a visible impact in your local area.

What You’ll Do

- Maintain public parks and open spaces

- Operate and clean equipment like mowers and trucks

- Check equipment daily and fill out logbooks

- Follow safety procedures and review risk assessments

- Attend team meetings and report any issues

- Support other team members when needed

- Keep accurate records of your work

What You’ll Need

- Medium Rigid Driver’s Licence (required)

- Experience in turf management or horticulture

- Ability to read maps and take measurements

- Good communication and problem-solving skills

- Certificate in a related field (preferred)

- Working with Children Check

Why Apply?

- Flexible 4-day work week

- Work outdoors in a supportive team

- Chance to extend the contract

- Make a difference in your community

To apply for this position please submit your application via the ‘APPLY’ button, and/or contact gforce Recruitment Consultant Keiton at kgrace@gforce.org.au or call 0428503544

About gforce

gforce is an employment and recruitment leader, employing over 500 people weekly, including labour hire and permanent recruitment services apprentices, trainees, school-based trainees. We are a For-Purpose Community Organisation that makes a difference in the lives of people and communities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for any person who requests it, please email accessibility@gforce.org.au if this applies to you.

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