Plant Operator - Open Spaces

Wingecarribee Shire Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + 12% superannuation

Rostered day off every fortnight

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Career development & learning support

Salary packaging options

Welcome Experience

Community & social engagement

Staff recognition through annualAwards

Job summary

Wingecarribee Shire Council is seeking a permanent full-time Plant Operator Open Spaces in the Southern Highlands NSW. You will maintain parks, reserves and public spaces using mowing and open-space equipment to deliver safe, clean and well-presented spaces.

Essential criteria include MR Driver's Licence, White Card, ChemCert and Chainsaw ticket with first aid. Join a dedicated team focusing on safety, quality and community wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience operating mowing/open space equipment.
• Ability to follow schedules and work in a team.
• Basic digital job management skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain medium to large mowing/open space equipment.
• Follow maintenance schedules and support team efforts.
• Contribute to safety, quality and presentation of public spaces.

Skills

MR Driver's Licence

First aid

Effective communication

Tools

ChemCert Card

Chainsaw ticket

White Card

Job description

Permanent full-time
38 hours a week + Rostered day off every 19-days
Salary: $67,893.11 - $78,903.26 + 12% Superannuation per annum

Looking for a rewarding outdoor role? Join our Open Spaces team and help maintain the parks, sportsgrounds and public spaces that showcase the best of the Southern Highlands.

What You’ll Do

As our Plant Operator Open Spaces, you’ll help maintain and enhance the parks, reserves, sportsgrounds and public spaces that our community enjoys every day. Using a range of plant, machinery and equipment, you’ll carry out mowing, vegetation management and general open space maintenance to ensure Council’s assets remain safe, clean and well-presented.

Working as part of a dedicated team, you’ll operate and maintain equipment safely and efficiently, contribute to the delivery of scheduled maintenance programs, and help identify opportunities to improve the presentation and amenity of public spaces across the Shire. You’ll play an important role in supporting a positive safety culture, delivering high-quality outcomes and helping create attractive, welcoming environments for residents and visitors alike.

This is a hands-on role offering the opportunity to work outdoors, develop your skills and make a visible contribution to the Southern Highlands community.

Why Wingecarribee?

Wingecarribee Shire sits at the heart of the Southern Highlands of NSW, renowned for its natural beauty, vibrant towns, and strong sense of community. We are proud to serve a region with a thriving local economy and a lifestyle that balances career opportunities with wellbeing.

As a forward-thinking Council, we are committed to building a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future. Guided by our Community Strategic Plan 2035, we focus on delivering high-quality services that support our community while protecting the unique character of our Shire.

By joining Wingecarribee Shire Council, you’ll be part of an organisation that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement, where your skills make a real difference to the places our community lives, works, and enjoys.

You’ll also get to enjoy:

• Attractive salary package + 12% superannuation
• Rostered day off every fortnight
• Health & wellbeing initiatives – Fitness Passport, EAP and Flu Vaccines
• Career development & learning support – Tertiary assistance available
• Salary packaging options available - make the most of your income
• The Welcome Experience - The Welcome Experience is a free service for essential workers and their families who are considering moving to or have moved to regional NSW. Local Connectors make moving easier by helping you find a home, schools, childcare, job opportunities for your partner, and connections within the community. nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
• Community & social engagement – Enjoy opportunities to participate in local events, team-building activities, and community initiatives that bring our staff and residents together.
• Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements

What You’ll Need (Essential Criteria)

• Demonstrated experience in the safe operation of medium to large mowing and open space maintenance plant and equipment.
• Proven ability to follow work schedules and operate effectively within a team environment.
• Basic competency in using mobile devices and digital job management systems.
• Sound understanding of safe work practices, risk management and WHS obligations.
• Effective communication skills with team members and the public.
• Current MR Driver's Licence and White Card
• ChemCert Card
• Chainsaw ticket & first aid

Other Requirements

• Complete a pre-employment medical prior to commencement
• Complete immunisation record of Hepatitis A, B and Tetanus or willingness to obtain prior to commencement
• Participate in on-call roster and overtime (where applicable)

Have Questions?

• Contact Stephen Lambert, Supervisor Open Spaces on 0428 252 ***

Applications close: 24 November 2026 – don’t miss this opportunity.

Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, veterans, and persons with a disability. If you require reasonable adjustments during our application process, please contact us at .au, by phone on 1300 680 *** or by visiting our office at 68 Elizabeth St, Moss Vale.