Parks and Gardens (Town Maintenance Officer)
- Full Time, Permanent -Streetscapes Crew positions available
- One of Australia's Fastest Growing Local Governments
- Enjoy work life balance - 9-day Fortnights / Paid Parental Leave!
- Generous Superannuation - Up to 18% with Co-Contribution
Leave behind the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the community-focused, country town lifestyle of Mundijong. At the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale, we're proud to be one of the fastest-growing local governments in Australia - and we're growing our team too!
We're currently seeking experienced Town Maintenance Officers to join our Parks and Environment team.
If you have a strong background in outdoor maintenance and take pride in keeping parks and public spaces safe, clean, and green - we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
At "The Shire," we live by our values of Accountability, Collaboration, and Trust. We support our people and our community through strong teamwork, innovation, and a positive workplace culture.
Here's what you'll enjoy:
- Family-friendly work schedule (9-day fortnight)
- Competitive salary + up to 18% super
- Free gym membership & wellness initiatives
- Professional development opportunities
- Stunning natural surroundings - and free onsite parking!
As a Town Maintenance Officer, you'll play a key part in keeping our community's outdoor spaces looking great and functioning well. You'll work across parks, reserves, roads, drainage, reticulation systems, and other public infrastructure.
Your responsibilities will include:
- General parks and streetscape maintenance
- Horticulture duties - planting, pruning, mulching, litter control
- Safe use of herbicides/pesticides (including spray rigs)
- Operating tools and machinery (hedging, pole hedging, line trimmers, chainsaws, blowers)
- Supporting the upkeep of sports fields, playgrounds, and public open spaces
- Promoting a safety-first culture across all work sites
- Proactively promote Safety by identifying and manage risks either by adopting safe working practices, undertaking preventative maintenance or reporting risks and issues to the appropriate person.
Our preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate the following experiences and skillset:
- Current 'C' Class Driver's Licence (applicable to Western Australia)
- First Aid certification (Provide First Aid).
- Basic Worksite Traffic Management accreditation.
- White Card.
- Experience working in outdoor environments.
- Demonstrated experience within a similar role or industry.
- Experience with hand tools and power operated equipment - Specifically chainsaw & Pole chainsaw
- Understandings of WHS legislative requirements within the workplace.
- Ability to undertake and follow instructions as directed.
- Ability to work within a team based environment under limited supervision.
- Understanding of horticulture principles including gardening and mowing.
- Possesses a spray technicians licence or has significant demonstrated experience applying herbicides/pesticides.
The following skills would also be advantageous:
- Cert III Horticulture or Parks and Gardens.
- Previous experience within Local Government.
- Previous experience working with water sensitive urban designs.
- MR / HR Truck licence
- Forklift, Dogging, Rigging HRWL
Salary & Benefits
- Salary range on offer $71,609 - $73,773 per annum (depending on experience)
- Wellness programs including Fitness Passport, health checks, counselling, and flu shots
- Additional leave days (2 extra Local Government days per year)
- Study leave and education assistance
- Salary packaging and novated leasing
- Option to purchase additional leave
About the Shire
Based in Mundijong, just 45 minutes from Perth CBD, our Shire is growing fast - and we're proud of the work we're doing to support the transformation of our community. With the beautiful Darling Scarp as your backdrop, you'll enjoy a unique blend of rural charm and professional opportunity.
We welcome people from all walks of life and are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace.
Ready to Apply?
Submit your resume online today. Applications are reviewed as they're received - so don't wait! Positions may close earlier than advertised.
We welcome applicants from surrounding areas including Pinjarra, Mandurah, and Peel.
