Maitland City Council
Landscaper

Posted: 29 Jan
Closes: 12 Feb

Description

Landscaper

Why Work at Maitland City Council?

  • Guaranteed paid overtime available (reviewed annually)
  • Paid additional leave (Health & Wellbeing Leave and Paid Parental Leave)
  • Wellbeing programs and discounts
  • Education assistance and personal career development

What does this role offer?

  • Monday - Friday roster
  • $31.66 - $34.926p/hour (inclusive of allowances) + 11.5% super
  • 38-hour work week - hours 6:30am - 3:45pm (inclusive of guaranteed 30 minute per day overtime)
  • Permanent, full-time role

What is this role responsible for?

  1. Individually and as part of a team, provide landscaping services as programmed (both construction and maintenance).
  2. Install and repair underground drainage, sprinklers and reticulation systems to maintain the optimum condition of Council's ovals, parks and gardens.
  3. Operate trucks, plant and equipment in accordance with the requirements of statutory authority regulations and according to site conditions and Council's operating procedures and standards.
  4. Maintain all Council's ovals, parks and gardens to standards.
  5. Read and interpret construction plans and specifications.

What will you bring?

  1. Certificate III in Landscape Construction, related discipline or relevant industry experience?
  2. Contemporary industry knowledge and demonstrated experience in landscaping, playground installation and water reticulation systems.
  3. Contemporary experience to exercise judgement, think on your feet, problem solve and prioritise.
  4. Proven ability to work productively as a member of a team and contribute to team goals.
  5. Contemporary experience to continuous improvement and ability to embrace and implement change.
  6. Demonstrated experience in concrete works and landscaping plant and equipment
  7. Class MR driver's licence.

Questions?

If you have any questions after reading the role charter, please contact Glenn Thorley, Coordinator Recreation Works, on 02 4934 9662.

To Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter.

Applications Close: Sunday 9 February 2025

What happens next?

We will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit our website and search 'work with us'.