ABOUT USSouth Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership. We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.Our values – Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence – are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.ABOUT THE ROLESouth Gippsland Shire Council is looking to increase its casual workforce with enthusiastic and experienced outdoor staff across various positions across Council. These positions will potentially be located in Leongatha, Foster and Korumburra but may work across various locations across the shire.Council will support you to succeed in your casual role by providing opportunities for training across the software, systems and processes used within the organisation.Availability Monday to Friday roles:
Open Space (Parks & Gardens) Team Members (including Vegetation and Street Beautification)
Key responsibilities of this role include horticulture or tree maintenance work, operating plant or equipment including chippers, chainsaws, tractor slasher, mowers, brush cutters, hedge trimmers, blowers, spray equipment, traffic management, and if required, Elevated Work Platform (EWP).
Availability Monday to Sunday roles:
Public Amenities Team Members
Key responsibilities of this role include BBQ and park facilities, public amenities, communal spaces across Council's assets.
This role requires working accross weekends and weekdays with early starts from 6.00am and at times 5.00am during peak seasons.
ABOUT YOUTo be successful in these positions you must be physically fit to undertake labouring work outdoors and have experience within a similar role. You will have an understanding of how to safely and competently undertake a range of duties including the use of plant and equipment. You will be known for your attention to detail, time management, ability to work within a team and you will also have a current driver’s licence.If you enjoy working outdoors, bring part of a team, and providing outstanding customer service, then we'd like to hear from you.Flexibility is required and you can nominate the days you are available. As these roles are casual, all applicants should be aware that any offer of employment will not guarantee the future offer of any hours of work.Please be advised to progress through to offer stage, you will be required to undergo a functional assessment (medical) which will include drug and alcohol screening.WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!
Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
Rostered Days Off offered for full time roles
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment
Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club
Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions
Mentoring, coaching and secondments
Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Opportunity to purchase additional leave
Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments
For more benefits,NEXT STEPSIf you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application by filling out your details in the following fields and addressing the questions below. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest! You must answer your questions in the fields below, please do not attach them in a separate document, doing so may affect the progression of your application. You will also be required to upload two documents, your resume and cover letter.Your application will be reviewed after the closing date and we will be in contact via email regarding your progress. Please ensure you check your Spam Folder.All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.Enquiries to: Virginia Hall, HR & RTW Support Officer on 03 5662 9198Applications closing Sunday 14 September 2025Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one.South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on 03 5662 9233 and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.If you are having any issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on 03 5662 9233 or email humanresources@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
