Burwood Council

Driver/Labourer Parks and Gardens

• Permanent full time positions
  available in our Parks & Gardens team
• Annual Salary from $59,474 to $69,703 + 11.5% Super
• Access to Council's RDO arrangement

About us:

We are the City of transformation, we work as one team
and value excellence, courage and, curiosity.

The Burwood Council area is a hub of Inner West
Sydney and is identified as a Strategic Centre by the NSW State Government. It
is a cosmopolitan destination with a thriving business and retail centre with a
strong and vibrant future.

Our progressive community enjoys well designed
public spaces, inclusive cultural events, intriguing laneways with impressive
public art and an enviable restaurant and cafe scene.

At Burwood our people are our most important asset
and central to achieving our exciting and ambitious Community Strategic Plan
2036.

Read on further if you would like to join us

Your Position:

If you enjoy working on a range of outdoor activities,
taking pride in ensuring our public parks and open spaces are maintained
to a high standard and enjoy being part of a team, this role is for you.

Your responsibilities will include but not be
limited to:-

• Conducting scheduled daily and weekly
  work programs for Parks and Open Space
• Mowing, edging, pruning, planting of
  trees/shrubs, sports field maintenance, pesticide application, weeding, tree
  maintenance and other general maintenance works
• Operate plant and equipment including
  chipper, ride-on mowers, excavator and, medium rigid vehicles
• Reporting all vehicle/plant problems
  to your team leader or mechanics staff

To be successful in this role you will have:-

• Current NSW Class MR Licence
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Traffic Controllers Certificate or
  willingness to obtain
• AQF3 Chemical Certificate or
  willingness to obtain
• Experience in the operation of
  ride-on mowers and other small plant (i.e brushcutters, push mowers, edgers,
  blowers)

Please note: A full list of accountabilities and
essential criteria is located within the attached Position Description.

Key Requirements:

• COVID 19 vaccination (2 Vaccines)
• Willingness to complete
  pre-employment screening which may include: a pre-employment medical
  examination and police check

Culture & Benefits:

• Access to Council's Rostered Day Off arrangement
• Health & Well-being initiatives
  (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks, ability to join Fitness Passport)
• PPE supplied
• Ongoing training and development
  opportunities
• Annual award rate salary increase (where applicable)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
  (EAP)

Enquiries:

Further information regarding this role can be
found in the Position Description or please contact Andrew Bonsall, Senior Team Leader Parks & Gardens on 02 9078 6166.

If you need assistance with your application, any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact Casey Feeney, People & Culture Advisor on 02 9078 6135.

How to apply:

Please click on “Apply now” and follow the steps.

Applications are to include a resume and answers to
the online questions.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Closing date:

Sunday, 2 February 2025 at 11:59 pm

At Burwood Council we celebrate diversity, value
inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
We are committed to creating an environment where every member of our team
feels respected, supported and inspired to contribute their unique skills and
talents for a better Burwood.

In serving our community, we are also proud to be a
child safe organisation.