Green Space Assistant

NAMBUCCA VALLEY COUNCIL; Macksville; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Generous leave entitlements incl. long

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative workenv

Discounted fitness and pool membership

Employee Assistance Program

Salary packaging options including rem

Uniform and PPE supplied

Contribution to essential services

Job summary

Nambucca Valley Council is recruiting two Green Space Assistants to help maintain parks and public spaces. The role involves outdoor work, basic repairs to seating and shelters, and upkeep of playing fields and gardens.

Applicants should have a Class C licence, Traffic Controller tickets, and experience with hand/power tools and equipment like mowers, brushcutters, leaf blowers, and spray gear. A 9-day fortnight and career development await.

Qualifications

• Class C licence is required.
• Traffic Controller tickets required.
• Implement Traffic Controller tickets required.
• Ability to work productively in a team environment.
• Experience using hand tools and powered tools.
• Experience operating park maintenance equipment listed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair street seats, picnic tables, shelters and lookouts.
• Maintain playing fields and turfed areas; manage street scape gardens via weeding, mulching and plant replacement.

Skills

Class C licence

Traffic Controller

Implement Traffic Controller

Teamwork

Hand tools

Powered tools

Zero turn mowers

Brushcutters

Leaf blowers

Weed spraying equipment

Tools

Zero turn mowers

Brushcutters

Leaf blowers

Weed spraying equipment

Job description

The Nambucca Valley is situated on the beautiful mid-north coast of NSW, half-way between Sydney and Brisbane, and an easy 30-minute drive from Coffs Harbour.

With the most stunning beaches and waterways on par with anywhere in the world, the Valley is a paradise unspoilt with a lifestyle most people dream of. From the crystal blue waters to the lush rural pastures and tranquil rainforests, our natural environment is simply idyllic.

About the Opportunity

Nambucca Valley Council is seeking two Green Space Assistants to join our team. This role would be ideal for someone who loves working outdoors and enjoys making a difference to our community, through the maintenance of Council's green spaces.

Responsibilities include maintaining and carrying out minor repairs to street seats, picnic tables, picnic shelters and lookouts. As well as maintaining playing fields, turfed areas in addition to street scape gardens through weeding, mulching and replacing plants to keep them heathy and thriving.

If you're passionate about enhancing our parks and public spaces for our residents and visitors, this might be the opportunity for you.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Class C drivers' licence
• Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Controller tickets
• Ability to work productively in a team environment
• Experience operating hand and powered tools
• Experience in operating zero turn mowers, brushcutters, leaf blowers and weed spraying equipment

What we can offer

• Salary range $55,822 to $62,989 gross per annum, plus superannuation, starting salary dependant on skills and experience
• Generous leave entitlements, including long service leave after 5 years
• 9-day fortnight
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Discounted fitness and pool membership
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Salary packaging options including remote area benefits
• Training and development opportunities
• Uniform and PPE supplied
• Contribution to the essential services that benefit the community

Want to know more?

For further information, Tim Woodward, Green Space Coordinator on 0417 271 ***

Applications Close: 10.00pm on Sunday 22 November 2026

Nambucca Valley Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and welcomes applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, including veterans and ex‑service personnel. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the HR team on 02 6568 2***.