Parks Maintenance Person (Identified Position)

Careers at Council; Mildura; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Health & Gym Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Learning & Development

Job summary

Mildura Rural City Council is seeking a Parks Maintenance Person for a full-time Identified Position to care for parks, gardens and fields across Mildura. You will work outdoors, following planned schedules to keep public spaces in top condition and contribute to the community’s wellbeing.

The role requires knowledge in parks and plant care, the ability to work independently or in a team, and a willingness to obtain necessary checks.

Qualifications

• Relevant knowledge and experience in parks, gardens, turf and tree care maintenance.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while following directions and contributing effectively in a team environment.
• Experience in the safe operation of plant and equipment associated with parks and gardens activities.
• Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or willing to obtain one prior to employment.
• Certificate of Aboriginality and demonstrate connection to country.

Responsibilities

• Maintain parks, gardens and sports fields across Mildura region.
• Follow established programs and schedules to keep areas looking their best and functioning well.

Skills

Parks maintenance

Independent work

Plant and equipment operation

Police check readiness

Education

Certificate of Aboriginality

Job description

Parks Maintenance Person (Identified Position)

Join our Parks & Gardens team and help maintain beautiful parks, gardens and sports fields across Mildura Rural City! Enjoy hands-on work in the outdoors while making a real impact in the community.

• Identified Position Full Time
• 9 Day Fortnight
• Job Number: R2788
• Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 29 October 2026

About the Opportunity

Be part of a dynamic team delivering top-quality development and maintenance across some of the region’s most iconic locations – from the Langtree Mall and CBD to the scenic Deakin Avenue, Henderson Park, and beyond. Bring public spaces to life by following well-planned programs and schedules, ensuring every area looks its best and functions flawlessly. This is your chance to make a visible impact in the heart of the community!

What you will bring

Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:

• Relevant knowledge and experience in parks, gardens, turf and tree care maintenance.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while following directions and contributing effectively in a team environment.
• Experience in the safe operation of plant and equipment associated with parks and gardens activities.
• Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or willing to obtain one prior to employment.
• Have the ability to submit a Certificate of Aboriginality and demonstrate your connection to countryAs an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

Salary and conditions

The position is classified within Band 2 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement commencing at $67,508 per annum including industry allowance plus statutory superannuation.

Benefits

As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

• Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
• Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
• Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
• Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Initiatives: Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
• Active Social Clubs

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at mildura.vic.gov.au

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.

Only a short flight from three capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at visitmildura.com.au