Parks & Facilities Field Officer - Outdoor Maintenance Pro

Careers at Council; Scone; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly RDO

4 weeks annual leave

Long service leave after five years

Training and upskilling opportunities

Salary sacrifice options

Permanent employment

Job summary

Upper Hunter Shire Council in Merriwa is seeking a General Labourer – Parks & Facilities to maintain and enhance our parks, open spaces and facilities. You’ll contribute to safe, attractive, well‑kept community spaces with a friendly team.

You’ll work a hands-on role with training provided, a true 38‑hour week, 9‑day fortnight, and opportunities for career progression in civil construction. A positive attitude and relevant licences are essential.

Qualifications

• A class C driver’s licence is required.
• White Card is required or willingness to obtain.
• Certificate III in Civil Construction or equivalent is preferred.
• MR licence and traffic control tickets are desirable.
• Experience in parks and facilities or similar labouring roles is valued.

Responsibilities

• General parks and facilities maintenance activities.
• Plant and equipment maintenance and operation.
• Weed, pest and disease control in outdoor spaces.
• Tree planting, maintenance and landscaping activities.
• Operate and maintain watering systems with the team.

Skills

Class C driver’s licence

White Card

Outdoor hands-on work

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Parks & facilities experience

Education

Certificate III in Civil Construction

MR licence (desirable)

Tools

Light plant operation

Job description

Upper Hunter Shire Council in Merriwa is seeking a General Labourer – Parks & Facilities to maintain and enhance our parks, open spaces and facilities. You’ll contribute to safe, attractive, well‑kept community spaces with a friendly team.

You’ll work a hands-on role with training provided, a true 38‑hour week, 9‑day fortnight, and opportunities for career progression in civil construction. A positive attitude and relevant licences are essential.