Upper Lachlan Shire Council

Plant Operator – Parks and Gardens

Environment and Planning

Join us in keeping our community beautiful!

Are you passionate about working outdoors and contributing to the care and maintenance of local parks, gardens, and facilities?

Upper Lachlan Shire Council is looking for a dedicated Plant Operator - Parks and Gardens to be a vital part of our Environment and Planning Group. In this hands-on role, you'll play a key role in maintaining Council assets and infrastructure with a focus on safety, customer service, and community pride.

What You'll Do:

• Undertake general parks and gardens maintenance duties including but not limited to weeding, planting, mulching, mowing, pruning, disease/pest control, irrigation, watering, playground inspection and maintenance
• Ensure consistent delivery of the highest level of customer service
• Ensure our open spaces & associated amenities are maintained and improved to a high standard.
• Operate and maintain small to medium plant and equipment, ensuring all work is conducted safely and efficiently
• Uphold Council's values of sustainability, integrity, respect, and professionalism in all tasks
• Provide exceptional service to our community, ensuring public spaces remain clean, safe, and welcoming

What You'll Bring:

• Essential: Contemporary experience in Horticulture, or substantial contemporary experience in a similar role, coupled with ongoing professional development to support contemporary knowledge
• Class C Driver's License
• Proven ability to operate, maintain and clean mowers (push & ride on types), brush cutters, chippers, chain saws, leaf blowers, leaf sucking equipment, and edger's or similar
• Able to competently operate and safely drive and maintain vehicles and plant
• Strong teamwork skills and commitment to safety and environmental standards

What's on Offer

Salary range per annum from Grade 6 Min $58,656,00 to Grade 6 Max $65,624.00 plus super, depending on skills, experience and qualifications. 9 day fortnight with RDO.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity for skill development and career progression within Council
• Contribute to projects that directly enhance our community's environment and quality of life
• Be part of a supportive team that values hard work, respect, and dedication
• Gunning and Crookwell work locations

Ready to make a difference in your community? Apply today and become an integral part of our Council team.

To apply for this job go to: https://upperlachlancareers.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6726104. Applications close 28 February 2025