Operations Rapid Response

About The Role
This is a Fixed Term Parental Leave Cover until February 2027.
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.
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety issues relevant to work activities and work area.

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.

Benefits
There's more to remuneration than just salary.

Here Are Some Key Benefits You Might Value

• Learning and development programs
• Flexible work policies
• Employee benefits program
• MyWellbeing initiatives

To Apply
To apply for this position please click on the apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is 27 November 2025.

Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and answer the 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,

At the City of Ballarat, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, flexible workplace where everyone feels welcome. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. If you need any support during the recruitment process, reach out to us at
We're proud to be a child-safe organisation, committed to protecting children and young people from harm. Our culture promotes their safety and wellbeing, and we require all successful candidates to undergo relevant screening, including a Working with Children Check and criminal history check.