At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain playgrounds, parks, and irrigation systems to keep our community spaces thriving.
- Company: Join the Mildura Rural City Council, a dynamic local government organisation.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, study support, and health benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Trade Certificate in relevant fields and experience in maintenance and leadership.
The predicted salary is between 76980 - 76980 $ per year.
This role is responsible for maintaining Council’s playgrounds, park facilities, irrigation systems, parks, gardens and open spaces to required standards, while ensuring compliance with irrigation water management requirements and supporting the efficient operation of Council’s irrigation network. You will also undertake inspections, maintenance and repairs of playground equipment, park infrastructure, irrigation systems and natural areas, as well as the construction and installation of signage and park facilities.
What you will bring:
- Trade Certificate, Certificate III or equivalent qualification in Irrigation, Horticulture, Parks and Gardens, Landscaping or a related field, together with demonstrated experience in facilities and asset maintenance.
- Extensive experience in playground and facility maintenance.
- Experience in irrigation system operation and maintenance.
- Demonstrated experience in leadership and staff supervision.
- Current Australian driver’s license.
- Front End Loader competency.
- License to perform High Risk Work – Forklift.
Salary and conditions:
The position is classified within Band 4 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement ranging from $76,980 per annum including industry allowance plus statutory superannuation.
Benefits:
- Fortnightly Accrued Day Off.
- Flexible Work Arrangements (Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave).
- Access to Flare Employee Benefits for savings on everyday living.
- Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
- Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees.
- Learning and Professional Development Opportunities.
- Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay.
- Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements.
- Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships.
- Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members.
- Active Social Clubs.
Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position. All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment. Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undertake a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.
About our organisation:
Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. As an employer of choice and a Gold Award winner in the Business Excellence Awards, we are committed to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
About our region:
Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres. Only a short flight from two capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer.
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