At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate mowers and tractors to maintain beautiful parks and open spaces.
- Company: Fairfield City Council, committed to community service and environmental care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, study assistance, wellbeing initiatives, and generous leave benefits.
- Other info: Permanent full-time roles with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team making a real difference in your community's green spaces.
- Qualifications: Current Class 1A driver’s licence and knowledge of WHS principles.
The predicted salary is between 62649 - 62649 $ per year.
Fairfield City Council’s City Delivery, Parks and Open Space department is seeking dedicated and hardworking Plant Operators x2 to join our Open Space Branch. This role involves using mowers, tractors, and weed spraying equipment to assist in the maintenance and upkeep of Council’s parks, gardens, and open spaces. We are looking for a physically fit and safety-conscious operator who takes pride in their work and is committed to delivering high-quality service.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and care of plant and equipment, ensuring all tasks are carried out to the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. As a key member of our team, you will contribute to the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of Fairfield’s open spaces, providing essential services to the community. If you are motivated, proactive, and enjoy working as part of a team dedicated to maintaining and improving public spaces, we encourage you to apply.
ABOUT YOU:
- Current Class 1A driver’s licence
- Knowledge and practical application of WHS principles and Work Health and Safety legislation.
- Operating plant and equipment.
The following qualifications and experience are considered advantageous for this role:
- Experience with operating weed spraying equipment.
- Hold a current ‘Chemcert’ (Chemical Handling) qualification.
- Demonstrated experience operating out-front mowers.
SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
- 2x Permanent full-time positions, working 38 hours per week
- This position is a Grade B, salary range is $62,649 p.a. with progression to $65,787 p.a. on demonstrated competencies, with performance progression to $73,343 p.a.
- Uniform is provided
- On the job training will be provided
Fairfield City Council offers a great working environment, where your career development and work life balance matters. We offer a range of benefits including:
- Study assistance including up to 10 days Study Leave
- Wellbeing initiatives including flu vaccination, discounted gym memberships and onsite gym
- Free onsite parking
- Significant leave benefits: 10 days Sick/Personal Leave, 5 days MyLeave per year
- Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
FURTHER CONTACTS:
Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Julianna Beshara, Acting Coordinator Open Space on 0400 533 ***.
CLOSING DATE: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 4:00pm
Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia, and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process. We kindly ask for no recruiters at this stage.
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