At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and improve the stunning Omeo Mountain Bike Trails for all riders.
- Company: Join East Gippsland Shire Council, a diverse and inclusive organisation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, great work-life balance, and access to beautiful outdoor destinations.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting team that puts Omeo on the map with top-notch trails.
- Qualifications: High fitness level, mountain biking experience, and knowledge of trail maintenance required.
The predicted salary is between 66787 - 70935 $ per year.
Location: Omeo
Department: Recreation Facilities and Services
Compensation: Salary AUD $66,787.03 - $70,934.66
Employment type: Full-Time - Ongoing
Work Arrangement: On-site
Omeo Mountain Bike Trails - OMTB is a true ride in ride out destination with a huge variety of trails from green beginner riverside trails to XC adventures for those with the legs. E bikers will have a blast and for those looking to shuttle to maximise your descents, there are over 10 gravity-focused trails on the hills of Sam Hill and Mt Mesley.
The Opportunity
As a Maintenance Officer working on the Omeo Mountain Bike Trails, you’ll take pride in maintaining, grooming, repairing and improving the trail network to ensure the infrastructure is fit for purpose. You’ll conduct regular inspections on foot or bike, record safety issues and carry out maintenance by priority level. You will have a good understanding of cultural and environmental impact while ensuring the trail corridor is free from hazards such as vegetation, trees and branches. You’ll also help maintain all plant and equipment including hand tools, outsourcing where required. This is a full-time position based in Omeo. You may be required to be part of an on-call roster being available to attend site within 20-30 minutes.
Qualifications and Experience
- A current, valid Victorian Driver’s licence.
- High level of physical fitness and the ability to work in an outdoor environment.
- Understanding of trail sustainability.
- Experience as a mountain bike rider.
- Chainsaw qualification and relevant experience, ideally at felling level.
- Experience in the construction and maintenance of mountain bike trails.
- Understanding of tools and machinery, with the ability to diagnose and repair equipment.
- Motorbike or ATV licence and relevant experience.
- Excavator operator ticket and experience operating a mini excavator.
- Construction White Card.
- First Aid and CPR qualifications.
- Trim and Cut Felled Trees qualification.
- Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry qualification.
- Understanding of weed management and an associated accreditation.
Things We’re Proud Of
- Opportunity to be a part of putting Omeo on the map, maintaining some of the best trails in the country.
- Employee Assistance Program + Peer Supporters.
- Great work-life balance, so close to great holiday destinations, beaches, mountains, parks and lakes.
Applications close at 11.45pm on 5 November 2026.
Questions? For a confidential discussion about the position or to learn more, please contact Jamie Mills, Omeo Mountain Bike Trail Coordinator on 03 5153 9500.
East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age. East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards, a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.
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