General Hand Weed Control

1 week ago

Middle Swan, Western Australia City of Swan Full time $75,000 - $76,884 per year

About the role:

We are currently looking for a General Hand Weed Control to join our Operations team on a permanent full-time basis. In this role, you will perform a diverse range of tasks associated with Parks Area Weed Control, including gardens beds and median spraying, broadacre spraying and spraying of firebreaks, along with general maintenance tasks as required.

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Carry out a variety of tasks as set by direct Supervisor and in accordance with maintenance programs associated with Parks Area Weed Control, along with general maintenance tasks as required.
  • Complete all work in a safe and efficient manner having regard to own safety, the public's safety and that of other workers.
  • Undertake herbicide treatments in highly sensitive areas with applications in accordance with manufactures specifications.
  • Operate and maintain all associated plant in accordance with Safe Working Practices, Policies and Procedures and the City's Vehicle Policy.
  • Work unsupervised and with limited direction.
  • Responsible for quality and standard of work performed.
  • Assist, as required, in the maintenance of other areas within the City.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

The successful candidate will have the following:

  • Chemical Certificate – (AQTF Level 3)
  • Relevant experience in Herbicide Spraying and Application
  • Experience in associated plant maintenance
  • C Class Drivers' License
  • Safety Awareness Training Certificate (White Card)
  • A satisfactory National Police Certificate

About working with us:

The salary for this position will be from $75, $76,884.59 per annum (includes loading), depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

You will also enjoy benefits including:

  • More flexibility to enjoy a work life balance with a 9 day fortnight
  • Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
  • Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 18.75%
  • Comprehensive employee wellness program
  • Generous study assistance (terms and conditions apply)
  • Free parking options available
  • Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work

About the City:

The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations.

The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829. Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.

The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years. The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people. The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home. Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.

Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of 'one city, diverse people, culture and places' through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.

At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work.  We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.

We welcome everyone exactly as they are. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, people with a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Golda directly on

For queries regarding the application process, please contact our friendly People Services team on

To apply please submit a cover letter of no more than 1 page that outlines your qualifications and experience and why you would be a good fit for this role, and a resume via the link.

Closing Date: Tuesday, 7 October 2025 at 11pm AWST.

The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early. Therefore, if you are interested in applying for this position please do so as soon as possible.

*No agencies please.

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