Parks Maintenance Officer

Knox City, VIC
$68,027-72,631 per year
Permanent
Full-time

7 days ago

Come and be part of the Knox team! Check out our currently advertised positions below.Parks Maintenance OfficerJob no: 496138
Work type: Permanent Full-time
Location: Operations Depot
Categories: Parks and GardensAbout the roleAre you passionate about the outdoors and want to have a positive impact on the local community? If so, Knox City Council has an exciting opportunity to combine both! We have an opportunity to join our Green Spaces and Environment Team as a Parks Maintenance Officer. As our new Parks Maintenance Officer, you will make a difference daily by providing Horticultural maintenance across council Reserves. Key responsibilities will include Ride on Mowing, brush cutting, weed control, gardening, planting and maintaining daily work records.The role is full-time permanent based at Councils Operations Centre in Knoxfield. We support flexible working arrangements while ensuring operational needs of the role are met.This is a Band 3 classified role. Remuneration will be $68,027.02 to $72,630.73 gross per annum (pro rata), depending on experience, plus allowances and superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.What you will bring to this roleThe key selection criteria for this role are:

Demonstrated experience in parks maintenance or other horticulture disciplines;
Demonstrated knowledge of estimating and ordering materials, and working to plans;
Values and Behaviors aligned to those of Knox City Council;
Demonstrated ability in setting up Roadside Traffic Management;
Certificates in Horticultural or Environmental studies is desirable;
Qualifications in herbicide application are desirable;
Current drivers licence for up to 13.9 tonne GC mandatory (Medium Rigid Licence);
Experience in the operation and maintenance of applicable machinery, including the use of ride on mowers and trailers;
Vic Roads Road Side Traffic Management and Traffic Control Training are desirable.

How to applyPlease submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the 'Apply' button by 11:45pm Wednesday 17 September 2025.All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered.For further information on this role please contact Dru Taylor, Project Officer- Reactive Services, at or on 03 9298 8452.A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.Why work at KnoxDiscover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy:

Accrued or rostered days off available for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements

Broad range of leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave

Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees

Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth

Support towards further study

50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges.

To find out more about the benefits of working at Knox City Council, visitInherent requirementsTo view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below.Our commitmentsKnox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.Follow usFor more information about Knox City Council and to stay up to date, follow us on .Advertised: 28 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 17 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Location:Operations Depot
Location:17 Sep 2025

Location: Operations Depot
Close Date: 17 Sep 2025

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Green Spaces and Environment Team as a Parks Maintenance Officer. As our new Parks Maintenance Officer, you will make a difference daily by providing Horticultural maintenance across council Reserves.Expression of InterestLoading...Why us?People are our community inside and out. They are who we serve, who we are and at the heart of everything we do and believe in.We will be defined by our resilient, diverse and capable team. Knox will support you to keep growing and leveraging your passions, talents and skills to achieve amazing results for our community.Copyright © Knox City Council ABN: 24 477 480 661Knox City Council acknowledges the traditional custodians of the City of Knox, the Wurundjeri and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.

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