- $65,972.96 - $80,249.65 p.a. + 12% super + $1,117.38 p.a. additional allowance
- 38 hours per week with a fortnightly RDO, improved work/life balance
- Learning and development opportunities
About the role
Woollahra Council is seeking to employ a qualified and enthusiastic Bush Regenerator to join the Bushland Maintenance team on a permanent full-time basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity for those who love the outdoors, where you will be based in various locations throughout the Woollahra Council area including Cooper Park, Parsley Bay Reserve, Gap Park, Trumper Park and Harbour View Park.
Working as part of the Bushland Maintenance team, you will work collaboratively to carry out the restoration of bushland in Council’s unique parks and reserves, in accordance with adopted Council policies and relevant legislation.
You will be required to carry out horticultural maintenance in parks, bushland and Council reserves, select plants and maintain a wide range of native and exotic plant species, including trees, shrubs, groundcovers and grasses along with undertaking appropriate methods of weed control. You will also be responsible for identifying and reporting hazards and following up and completion of customer requests.
About you
The successful Candidate will have previous experience in Bush Regeneration and most importantly, have a great work ethic, a positive attitude and a passion for bush regeneration and park maintenance.
Your exceptional customer service skills and your ability to work independently will ensure your success in this role.
Essential Criteria
- Completed a TAFE Certificate in Bush Regeneration or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience in bushland regeneration and park maintenance
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Work Health and Safety in the workplace and the practical application of safe working procedures
- Demonstrated ability to contribute and work as part of a team and coordinate team members as required
- Well-developed communication skills with experience in dealing with the public in high profile areas
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work with minimal supervision
- Proven problem solving skills and a willingness to follow issues through to completion
- Willingness and experience participating in a culture striving for continuous improvement
- Experience and knowledge in the safe use of herbicides for the control of weeds and pests
- Proven experience in the use of associated plant and equipment
- Computer literate
- Current Class C Driver’s Licence
Desirable Criteria
- Construction Induction Card
- Chemical Application (Level 3) qualifications
- Experience and knowledge in the safe use of herbicides for the control of weeds and pests
- Demonstrated ability to develop maintenance and improvement programs
How to apply
- Apply on line by clicking the APPLY button.
- You will be asked to demonstrate how you meet each of the selection criteria.
- If you have a separate statement addressing the selection criteria, please upload it as a cover letter and simply refer to it in the online questionnaire.
- You will be able to upload 2 documents only.
- For information on applying for Council jobs, please refer to http://www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/council/employment/recruitment_and_selection_process
- For further information about the role, please contact Nola Urquhart, Assets and Park Maintenance Coordinator on (02) 9391 7978 during business hours.
- Our preference is for applications to be submitted online, however, we will accept hard copy applications addressed to Human Resources, Woollahra Council, PO Box 61, Double Bay, NSW, 1360.
CLOSING DATE: 11:59pm on Sunday 8 February 2026
Woollahra Council is committed to responding to its responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 in undertaking all measures that are reasonably practical to ensure the health and safety of all our workers.
Woollahra Council is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
We are committed to reconciliation and strongly encourage all applicants, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, young people, mature aged workers, LGBTIQ and other minority groups to apply.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application
