Applications close: 17 May 2026
Operations Crew Member - Open Spaces
Permanent full-time
38 hours a week + Rostered day off + Additional Allowance applicable as per the Award
Salary: $62,018.32 - $72,075.38 + 12% Superannuation per annum
If you enjoy hands-on, outdoor work, this role is for you. Make real impact maintaining parks, open spaces, and CBD areas the community enjoys every day. Be part of a supportive team delivering safe, clean, and welcoming environments across the region.
What you'll do
As our Operations Crew Member, you'll report to the Team Leader Open Spaces CBD and deliver a range of open space maintenance, construction and presentation tasks that support safe, clean and attractive public spaces across the Shire. You'll be involved in undertaking general labouring, mowing, horticultural, landscaping, sanitation and cleaning activities as part of a multi skilled team, ensuring works are completed efficiently safely and to Council's quality standards.
Why Wingecarribee?
Wingecarribee Shire sits at the heart of the Southern Highlands of NSW, renowned for its natural beauty, vibrant towns, and strong sense of community. We are proud to serve a region with a thriving local economy and a lifestyle that balances career opportunities with wellbeing.
As a forward-thinking Council, we are committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future. Guided by our Community Strategic Plan 2035, we focus on delivering high-quality services that support our community while protecting the unique character of our Shire.
By joining Wingecarribee Shire Council, you’ll be part of an organisation that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement, where your skills make a real difference to the places our community lives, works, and enjoys.
You'll also get to enjoy:
- Attractive salary package + 12% superannuation
- Rostered day off every fortnight
- Health & wellbeing initiatives – Fitness Passport, EAP and Flu Vaccines
- Career development & learning support – Tertiary assistance available
- Salary packaging options available - make the most of your income
- Community & social engagement – Enjoy opportunities to participate in local events, team-building activities, and community initiatives that bring our staff and residents together.
- Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements
What you'll need (Essential Criteria)
- Demonstrated ability to perform manual labour and safely operate small plant and hand tools.
- Basic understanding of horticultural or landscape maintenance principles
- Ability to follow directions, work effectively in a team and complete tasks to standard.
- Awareness of safe work practices, manual handling and WHS obligations
- Basic literacy and digital skills to use mobile devices and job tracking systems.
- Current Class C Drivers licence and White Card
Other Requirements
- Complete a pre-employment medical prior to commencement
- Complete immunisation record of Hepatitis A, B and Tetanus or willingness to obtain prior to commencement
- Participate in on-call roster and overtime (where applicable)
How to Apply
Submit the following documents:
- Your Resume – showcasing your skills & experience
- Relevant Certifications – qualifications and licenses
- Mandatory Application Questions – Answer the relevant application questions by explaining how your expertise aligns with each question
Have Questions?
- Contact Stuart Neal, Coordinator Open Spaces, People and Resources on 02 4863 5245
Applications close: 17 May 2026 – don’t miss this opportunity.
Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, veterans, and persons with a disability. If you require reasonable adjustments during our application process, please contact us atcareers@wsc.nsw.gov.au, by phone on 1300 680 888 or by visiting our office at 68 Elizabeth St, Moss Vale.
