Parks Maintenance Operator & Driver (Outdoor Role)

Inner West Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Job summary

Inner West Council is seeking a Parks Maintenance Plant Operator/Driver to maintain and improve council parks, sportsfields and open spaces. The role involves hands-on outdoor tasks, operating plant and equipment, and delivering work safely to high standards.

You’ll be part of the Parks & Streetscape Operations team, enjoying flexible work arrangements while contributing to a vibrant Sydney community. NSW Driver’s Licence is required, with gym membership benefits for permanent staff.

Qualifications

• Relevant horticultural qualification OR equivalent industry experience in parks and sportsfields operations.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• NSW Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Suitable level of fitness to perform the inherent duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Mowing, turf care, planting, and seasonal sportsfield preparation.
• Operate plant and equipment as required by the role.
• Respond to community needs and deliver work safely and in line with Council standards.
• Work both independently and as part of the Parks & Streetscape Operations team to achieve outcomes.

Skills

Plant & equipment operation

Independent work

Interpersonal communication

Education

Relevant horticultural qualification

Equivalent industry experience in parks and sportsfields operations

Tools

NSW Class C Driver’s Licence

Job description

Inner West Council is seeking a Parks Maintenance Plant Operator/Driver to maintain and improve council parks, sportsfields and open spaces. The role involves hands-on outdoor tasks, operating plant and equipment, and delivering work safely to high standards.

You’ll be part of the Parks & Streetscape Operations team, enjoying flexible work arrangements while contributing to a vibrant Sydney community. NSW Driver’s Licence is required, with gym membership benefits for permanent staff.