Description:
Parks Maintenance Operator
Full Time Permanent Position - RDO 9 day fortnight
Parks and Reserves
$65,000 - $76,000 + 3.5% per hour Adverse WorkingAllowance + 11% Super
New Industrial Agreement 2024 July 24,25,26 payrises
Do you want a long weekend every fortnight while workinglocally? Our parks team is in search of a skilled Leading Hand : Parks Maintenance Operator to compliment our dynamic team.
As a Leading Hand : Parks Maintenance Operator, you will hold apivotal role in ensuring the continuous upkeep of our parks andgreen spaces to guarantee they remain pristine and captivating forthe community's enjoyment.
You'll be leading the charge towards landscape excellence,operating state-of-the-art machinery, and overseeing tasks rangingfrom weeding, mulching, to planting.
If you harbor a passion foroutdoor beauty combined with hands-on expertise, seize thisopportunity to advance your career with us.
What You Will Be Working On
- Supervising the operation of trucks and 4WD spray units for park and reserve maintenance.
- Expertly utilizing tractors and various 3-point linkage equipment as required.
- Executing horticultural and landscaping activities such as earthworking, mulching, weeding, pruning, planting, and the responsible application of herbicides.
- Proficiently using mowers, whipper snippers, and other small equipment for maintenance tasks.
What We Are Seeking
- Possession of a Basic Worksite Traffic Management certificate.
- Chainsaw Competency certificate.
- First Aid certificate.
- Extensive experience in large-scale parks maintenance.
- Proficiency in operating a variety of horticultural plant and equipment safely and competently.
- Previous experience operating ride-on mowers and powered spray units.
- Current MR license.
- Ability to obtain a current National Police Check.
The Perks Await You
- Enhance Your Wellbeing : Enjoy a complimentary membership to the Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre, granting access to gym facilities, pools, saunas, group classes, and an annual calendar of Wellbeing events.
- Financial Security : If you contribute extra to your super, we'll match it (up to a maximum of 15%), aiding in securing your financial future.
- Flexibility : Benefit from our flexible leave policies and additional days off.
- Support : Access our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
- Annual Leave Loading : Receive a 17.5% Annual Leave Loading for your annual leave.
How to Apply :
Click on Apply and submit your CV.
Apply promptly! We're actively reviewing applications, and theposition may close earlier than anticipated.