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Plant Operator - Parks

Posted: Oct 19, 2025

Job Description

Panania, New South WalesDescriptionThe RoleThe Plant Operator Parks will responsible for the broad acre mowing of Council's Parks, Reserves, and Open Space areas, ensuring all works are completed on time and in accordance with service requirements. You will conduct risk and hazard assessments, identify landscape deficiencies, operate and maintain plant and equipment, and collect litter as required. Additionally, you will work under your own direction and provide assistance and advice to management, staff, customers, and the community.Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited ToPerform various grounds maintenance tasks, including but not limited to broad acre mowing of Council's Parks, Reserves, and Open Space areasEnsure completion of works within designated timeframes and in accordance with service requirements, agreements, rosters, and programsConduct risk and hazard assessments and take corrective action where necessaryIdentify and report landscape deficiencies, especially in the area of parks maintenanceOperate and maintain plant and equipment, collect litter, and provide assistance and advice to management, staff, customers, and the community as required.Maintain accurate records and documentation of maintenance activities and equipment servicing in accordance with policies and procedures.For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.You Will HaveCurrent Class C Drivers LicenceExperience in Parks & Open Space maintenanceExperience in operating tractors, broad acre out front mowers, etc.Skills & experience necessary to fulfil the role, responsibilities, duties and competency requirements of the positionThe salary range for this opportunity starts at $66,379 (Grade C, Step 1) + 12% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.What’s On OfferPermanent full-time opportunityScheduled Day OffContribute to making a positive impact on our community.An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.For more information, please contact Brett Luth at brett.luth@cbcity.nsw.gov.auHow To ApplyYou will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button below and create a login using your email address and upload a;Resume; andCover Letter explaining your suitability for the role with demonstrated examples of proficiency claimed.Applications close at 11:59 pm on Sunday, 26 October 2025.CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.auSuccessful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.Apply for this roleVisit siteShare

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