Casual Urban Maintenance Worker - Various Locations

Walgett Shire Council; Walgett; On-site; AUD 92,347,000 - 126,432,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate starting at $38.38

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Stable, family-friendly environment

Job summary

Walgett Shire Council is hiring Casual Urban Maintenance Workers across multiple Walgett Shire locations. The roles involve maintaining urban infrastructure, parks, and public spaces, with emphasis on safe, outdoor, manual work and strong community impact.

Candidates should have a valid Class C driver’s license and a WHS Construction Induction Card. Plant operation tickets and first aid are an advantage, with opportunities to transition to permanency in local government.

Qualifications

• Motivated and hardworking with a practical background in horticulture, maintenance, or water and wastewater
• Physically capable and willing to perform manual labour and work in adverse weather conditions
• Able to carry out inspections, perform routine maintenance, and operate plant safely and efficiently
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety and environmental standards
• Able to follow instructions, meet timeframes, and learn new tasks
• Good communication, teamwork, and public service mindset
• Pride in upholding the Council and community reputation

Responsibilities

• Uphold the upkeep and presentation of urban infrastructure, parks and public spaces
• Operate various plant and equipment safely and efficiently
• Contribute to water and wastewater network maintenance and repairs
• Follow safety procedures and environmental standards
• Provide quality public service and promote a positive image of the Council

Skills

Outdoor work

Manual labour

Safety procedures

Public service mindset

Tools

Driver's license (Class C)

White Card (WHS)

Plant operation tickets

First aid

Job description

Casual Urban Maintenance Worker - Various Locations

Job No:WGC267

• Healthy outdoor position with task variety and direct community impact
• Transition to permanency and build a long-term career in local government
• Hourly rate starting at $38.38

About the role:

We have vacancies in our Urban Maintenance team across multiple Walgett Shire locations. Urban Maintenance Workers ensure the upkeep, maintenance, and presentation of Walgett Shire’s urban infrastructure, parks, public spaces, and water and wastewater network. The role is suitable for someone who enjoys practical, hands-on, physical work, and being outdoors.

In addition to technical responsibilities, the roles requires a commitment to providing quality public service and promoting a positive image of Council and the Walgett Shire area to the community and public.

The successful candidate will require a valid Class C driver’s license and a WHS Construction Induction Card (White Card). Tickets in plant operation, chemical safety, chainsaw operation, and first aid will be highly regarded.

About you:

• Motivated and hardworking with a practical background in horticulture, maintenance, or water and wastewater
• Physically capable and willing to perform manual labour and work in adverse weather conditions
• Possess the skills necessary to carry out inspections, perform routine maintenance, and operate various plant and equipment safely and efficiently
• Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of safety procedures and strong commitment to workplace health and safety and environmental standards
• Able to follow instructions, work within timeframes, and have a willingness to learn and adapt
• Reliable, respectful, have a positive attitude, good communication skills and willingness to contribute effectively to a team
• Understand the importance of public service and take pride in upholding the reputation of the Council and the community

At Walgett Shire Council, we understand that not every candidate will meet every criterion, and that is perfectly fine—your passion and potential matter most to us.

What we offer:

• Hourly rate of $38.38 depending on your experience, plus superannuation
• Professional development opportunities to support your growth and success
• Employee Assistance Program available to support you and your family through all life’s challenges
• Stability within a supportive and family-friendly environment.

About us:

Walgett Shire Council serves a large, diverse and unique region in northwestern New South Wales. We provide a broad range of services across multiple communities and are committed to improving service delivery, strengthening long term sustainability and delivering practical outcomes for our residents.

At Walgett Shire Council, our people make a real difference. We offer varied and meaningful work, the opportunity to contribute across a complex organisation, and the chance to be part of a Council that is actively improving how it operates. We are guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability and Responsibility.

This is an opportunity to join an organisation where the work is varied, the challenges are real, and the right person can make a genuine impact.

Applications will be reviewed as received, apply early to avoid disappointment.

Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without prior notice.

Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Walgett Shire Council proudly serves a diverse and unique region in the heart of outback New South Wales. Covering over 22,000 square kilometres, the Shire includes the towns of Walgett, Lightning Ridge, and Collarenebri, along with the villages of Carinda, Cumborah, Rowena, and Burren Junction, as well as expansive rural areas. With a population of over 7,000, the Shire supports key industries such as agriculture, grazing, grain handling, opal mining, and tourism.

Nested at the junction of the Namoi and Barwon Rivers, Walgett is rich in history and natural beauty. Once a bustling paddle-steamer port, it is now the northern gateway to the iconic Darling River Run, offering breathtaking landscapes and a deep connection to Australia’s heritage.

Just an hour north, Lightning Ridge is famed for its vibrant opal mining culture and distinctive outback charm. Whether it is fossicking for opals, exploring underground art galleries, soaking in naturally heated artesian springs, or enjoying the tranquillity of river fishing, the region offers a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

At Walgett Shire Council, we are rebuilding with a people-first culture. Safety, our people, and service to the community are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for passionate and committed professionals who are aligned with our core values: Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability, and Responsibility.