Operations Rapid Response

20 hours ago

Ballarat, Australia City of Ballarat Full time

**Permanent, Full-time opportunity**:

- **Band 3 salary range is between $66,985 to $71,110 inc allowances + 12% Super**:

- **Fortnightly RDO.**

**About the role**:
Join the City of Ballarat’s Operations team and play a key role in maintaining and enhancing our civil infrastructure, parks, gardens, streetscapes, and high-profile public spaces. This hands-on position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, thrives in a team environment, and takes pride in contributing to the presentation and safety of our city.

As part of the Rapid Response crew, you’ll respond to short-term reactive and emergency works across a wide range of operational functions. Whether it’s addressing urgent maintenance issues or supporting broader infrastructure projects, your ability to act quickly and effectively will be highly valued.

You’ll operate and maintain a variety of plant and equipment to carry out maintenance activities safely and efficiently. A strong focus on safe work practices, teamwork, and a can-do attitude is essential, as you’ll be working toward achieving Council’s goals and delivering high-quality outcomes for the community.

**About You**:
You’re a skilled and collaborative professional with a background in horticulture/ arboriculture or Civil Maintenance ready to contribute to the care and maintenance of Ballarat’s public spaces.

You bring:

- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling you to work effectively with team members, contractors, government authorities, and the public.
- A cooperative and team-oriented approach, working seamlessly with colleagues, volunteers, and external stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
- A Certificate III in Civil Maintenance, Horticulture, Arboriculture, Landscaping, or a related trade.
- Hands-on experience in horticultural or arboricultural maintenance, including the safe operation of mechanical plant and hand tools.
- A current Victorian Medium Rigid Truck Licence, allowing you to operate vehicles and equipment essential to the role.

**To Apply**:
Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and respond to the key selection criteria.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.

**Contact**:
For any additional questions, please contact Danny Joyce, 0439 423 956

**Be Part of Something More**:
Join us in making a real difference to the lives within our community. Working for City of Ballarat you will be part of a team that values honesty, transparency and accounting in everything we do. We believe in the importance of valuing every Individual and working together to support the community. Together we create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make a positive impact.**Job Ref**:

- KP000040**Submitted**:

- 09-07-2025

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