Plant Operator/Park Worker

Hornsby Shire Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Long service leave

Parental leave

Health & wellbeing program

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Salary sacrifice opportunities

Social club

Long service awards

Job summary

Hornsby Shire Council is seeking staff to assist in the maintenance of parks, reserves and sports grounds across Hornsby Shire. The role focuses on safe operation of vehicles and equipment, administrative tasks related to vehicles, and efficient resource management in outdoor settings.

The position is outdoors across multiple sites, with a requirement for valid NSW licenses, white card and related certifications.

Qualifications

• Current NSW Class C Driver’s Licence (essential)
• Current MR Drivers Licence (desirable)
• General construction induction card (white card) (essential)
• Appropriate certificate to operate relevant plant item (desirable)
• Basic First Aid Certificate (desirable)
• Chem-cert training for chemical use/storage (desirable)
• Traffic Controller Ticket (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Operate Councils Vehicles, including tractors, as required
• Complete administration and paperwork relating to vehicles efficiently
• Care for resources including plant, equipment, tools and materials in a safe, efficient manner

Skills

C Driver's Licence

Good physical fitness

Good listening & communication

Road/plant equipment operation

Education

White Card (General Construction Induction)

Workcover plant operation certificate (desirable)

Tools

Plant operation certificates

Job description

Hornsby's parks and open spaces are highly valued by the community and are a source of pride for the region. From iconic destinations such as Fagan Park, Hornsby Park and Mark Taylor Oval, our parks provide important places for recreation, sport and community connection. We are seeking a number of motivated people to join our Parks Service Unit. These roles offer the opportunity to work outdoors in a supportive team environment, contribute to maintaining some of the area's most treasured public spaces, and develop skills with genuine opportunities for career progression. If you take pride in delivering high-quality outcomes and enjoy working as part of a team, we would love to hear from you.

Position Type

Temporary full time - up to 12 months

Salary

$64,100 - $73,892 per annum (inclusive of loading) based on 76 hours per fortnight, plus superannuation and a fortnightly RDO. Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications and experience.

About us

At Hornsby Shire Council, we offer more than just a job. We are a community where everyone plays a vital role in creating a positive culture while delivering meaningful work with a real impact. We are inclusive and flexible and champion your professional growth. Join us in building our Shire for the future and be part of a team that values your individuality and empowers you to contribute to something greater. Check out our employee value proposition and what it is like to work at Hornsby Shire Council.

About the role

This role assists in the maintenance of Councils parks, reserves and sports grounds for the safety and enjoyment of others. Some duties of the position include;

• Operating Councils Vehicles, including tractors, as required
• Completing administration and paperwork as required relating to vehicles efficiently and effectively
• Undertaking effective use of and care and maintenance of resources, including but not limited to, plant and equipment, tools and materials in a safe and efficient manner.

Position requirements

You’ll need the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines. Good physical fitness is important to carry out manual labouring tasks.A high standard of service is needed to take on a variety of internal and external demands, as well as good listening and communication skills.

The position works in an outdoor environment under varying weather conditions throughout various sites within Hornsby Shire.

About you

• Current NSW Class C Driver’s License (essential)
• Current MR Drivers License (desirable)
• General construction induction card (white card) (essential)
• Appropriate certificate from Workcover Authority to operate the relevant plant item (desirable)
• Basic First Aid Certificate (desirable)Chem-cert training for use and storage of chemicals (desirable)
• Traffic Controller Ticket (desirable)

Benefits of working with us

We offer more than just a job, we understand the importance of a work-life balance and are proud to offer a range of benefits:

• Flexible working opportunities, such as 9-day fortnight for full time permanent and temporary fixed term employees, part time and job share work opportunities
• Generous leave provisions, including:
  • Long Service Leave after 5 years (transferable between Councils)
  • Parental Leave (up to 26 weeks)
  • Health & Wellbeing Leave
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Program, as well as Fitness Passport and annual flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee recognition scheme
• Motor vehicle novated leasing and salary sacrifice opportunities
• Social Club
• Long Service Awards

Applications close 12 November 2026 at 11.30pm