An opportunity exists for a motivated individual to join our Vegetation Works Team. This position provides quality service to the Hill’s Shire community. You must have the ability to work as part of a team to complete a variety of tasks associated with the planned maintenance and presentation of council's parks, gardens, reserves and sports grounds, by utilising a variety of mowing, cleaning, chemical and maintenance techniques to ensure areas are maintained in a clean and tidy condition.
Working with us:
At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community.
What this role looks like:
• Conduct a daily maintenance check of plant and equipment and report issues.
• Deliver and collect materials/clients or employees.
• Operate plant and equipment.
• Assist in the delivery of programs and activities.
• Assist with maintenance of standard operating procedures and processes.
• Follow up on maintenance issues.
• Chemical management.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests.
• Undertake maintenance works.
• Upkeep council infrastructure.
What we are seeking in our new team member:
1. Drivers Licence (Class C) – NSW Essential
2. White Card - General Construction Induction Essential
Benefits of working with us:
Competitive rates of pay up to $44.25 per hour (including loading) (excluding superannuation), paid weekly, discounted membership to Waves Fitness & Aquatics Centre, Fitness Passport, free on-site undercover parking, onsite café, modern work environment and an active Social Club.
Next steps:
Please review the Position Description available on Council’s Careers Page, Careers at Council. In your application please outline the position you are interested in applying for and submit your application online by 5pm on 31 October 2025. As applications will be assessed upon receipt, early submission is encouraged and you may be contacted prior to the closing date.
You can also request adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au.
People with disabilities, who meet the selection criteria, are encouraged to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au
Offers of employment will be subject to following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working With Children (where applicable), and Criminal History. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
