Parks Irrigation Technician - Outdoor Water Management

Wyndham City Council; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyndham City Council in Melbourne’s western suburbs is seeking a Parks Irrigation Officer to maintain and repair irrigation systems across our parks, reserves and open spaces. This hands-on, outdoor role requires practical skills, physical activity and a commitment to water-efficient maintenance.

You will program systems for seasonal needs, record asset information and work with the Open Space team to deliver safe, sustainable irrigation programs.

Qualifications

• Certificate or equivalent in turf management, irrigation or plumbing.
• Experience maintaining irrigation systems in outdoor spaces.
• Ability to identify faults and perform repairs.
• Current Victorian Driver Licence and Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, maintaining and repairing irrigation systems across parks and reserves
• Identifying faults and adjusting systems to ensure they operate effectively
• Programming irrigation systems to suit seasonal conditions and watering requirements
• Supporting efficient water use and sustainable maintenance practices
• Recording maintenance activities, inspections and asset information
• Responding to service requests and community enquiries
• Working with the Open Space team to deliver maintenance programs safely and effectively

Skills

Irrigation systems experience

Maintenance and repairs

Teamwork

Communication skills

Outdoor work

Education

Certificate in Turf Management, Irrigation or Plumbing

Driver Licence (Victorian)

Working with Children Check

Job description

Wyndham City Council in Melbourne’s western suburbs is seeking a Parks Irrigation Officer to maintain and repair irrigation systems across our parks, reserves and open spaces. This hands-on, outdoor role requires practical skills, physical activity and a commitment to water-efficient maintenance.

You will program systems for seasonal needs, record asset information and work with the Open Space team to deliver safe, sustainable irrigation programs.