Address- $65,716 base salary per annum, plus super
- Permanent, full-time
- Based at Osbourne Park depot
Are you passionate about horticulture, landscaping, and turf management? Do you enjoy working outdoors and providing excellent customer service?
If so, the City of Perth is looking for enthusiastic Parks Operators to join our dedicated team!
The Opportunity
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with the establishment and maintenance of horticultural, landscaping, and turf management;
- Operating a wide range of horticultural equipment and machinery;
- Ensuring all equipment and tools are maintained in a clean, safe, and workable condition;
- Preparing and planting garden beds and landscapes; and
- Mowing, brush-cutting, and edging parks, reserves, and open spaces.
What We're Looking For
To be considered for this position, you will have:
- Knowledge and experience in current horticultural practices and equipment use;
- An understanding of safe working practices and Work Health & Safety issues;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
- Experience working as part of a small team; and
- Manual work experience.
Possession of a Cert II or higher in Horticulture and ‘MR’ Class Driver’s License is also desirable.
Eligibility Requirements
At a minimum, you will have the following:
- ‘C’ Class Driver’s License;
- Construction Induction Card (White / Blue Card); and
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods.
Above all, you will live our values of commitment, teamwork, courage, and respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.
Why Join Us?
Ready to join a team that values your skills and contributions? Submit your Expression of Interest today and help us keep Perth’s parks beautiful!
- Be part of a team committed to maintaining and enhancing beautiful, capital city parks and public spaces.
- Enjoy a dynamic outdoor work environment.
- Seize this opportunity for professional growth and skill development.
The Application Process
By clicking the ‘APPLY’ button, you will be directed to the City of Perth’s employment page where you can upload your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your most relevant experience and skills.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a recruitment pool which will remain active for twelve months. This pool may be used to fill various fixed term, full time, and part time positions as they become available, based on our organisational requirements.
Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.
For further information please contact Gavin Golding, Supervisor Parks & Environment, 0418 918 ***.
Attachments:
- Application Pack - Parks Operator.pdf
