Team Member - Bushland

Cumberland Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Training & development

Annual leave & personal leave

Long service leave

Wellness programs

Fitness access

Job summary

Cumberland City Council is seeking a Team Member - Bushland to assist in maintaining the Council's open spaces, bushland assets and related facilities across multiple worksites. The role involves hands-on work with bush regeneration, small plant operation and equipment, and a commitment to community safety and satisfaction.

Located in the Cumberland area, this permanent full-time position includes a 70-hour fortnight roster, with travel across sites and potential use of the Auburn Depot.

Qualifications

• Experience in bush regeneration with Cumberland Plain bushland an advantage.
• Experience operating small plant and hand tools.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team with good interpersonal skills.
• Sound knowledge of WH&S principles and legislation.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new electronic systems.
• Hold a current ChemCert (Chemical Handling) qualification.
• Hold a current General Induction for Construction Work in NSW (White Card).
• Hold a current Class C Drivers Licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain bushland and natural assets to keep Open Spaces in excellent condition.
• Assist in keeping Open Spaces safe and attractive for the community.
• Travel across Council worksites and work locations as required.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures and WHS requirements.

Skills

Bush regeneration

Small plant operation

Communication

Teamwork

WH&S

Computer skills

ChemCert

White Card

Driver's licence

Job description

Team Member - Bushland Cumberland CouncilCumberland, NSW, AU

Job Description

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 250,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community's vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The City Open Spaces team manages the daily presentation and maintenance of Council's open spaces, sportsgrounds, playgrounds, passive and public spaces, golf courses, botanical gardens and native vegetation areas within the Cumberland City Area, ensuring that our residents and visitors have access to quality and attractive open spaces of which they can be proud and enjoy.

In contributing to the overaching vision, the Team Member - Bushland will undertake a range of activities that combined deliver the overall maintenance of bushland and natural assets and ensure that these Open Spaces remain in excellent condition, safe and suitable for use by the community. This role will also assist in ensuring customer and community satisfaction with Councils Open Space operations are met.

The successful applicant will require:

• Demonstrated experience in bush regeneration, experience in Cumberland Plain bushland an advantage
• Demonstrated experience operating small plant and equipment, including small hand tools and power tools
• Demonstrated ability to deal in a positive and courteous manner with the public and other workers.
• Good verbal and written communication skills – ability to write clearly and neatly when completing necessary paperwork
• Ability to work as part of a team with good interpersonal skills
• Sound knowledge and practical application of WH&S principles and the Work Health and Safety legislation
• Basic Computer Skills with the ability to adapt and learn new electronic systems and operate a range of devices including ipads.
• Hold a current 'ChemCert' (Chemical Handling) qualification
• Hold a current General Induction for Construction Work in NSW (White Card)
• Hold a current Class C Drivers Licence.

Download the position description here for more information.

About this role:

• Permanent, full-time position
• 70 hour fortnight
• Access to Council's 9 day fortnight Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement
• Located at Council's Auburn Depot, with frequent travel required across Council worksites, and may be required to work across any of Council's work locations

Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

• Grade 4 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,140.67 to $1,397.32 per week, plus 12% superannuation
• The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role

What you'll need to have for this role:

• The right to live and work in Australia
• Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position, including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
• Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council's Health Monitoring Procedure, as required.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
• Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
• Leave entitlements including annual leave,10 days personal leave and up to five (5) days of MyLeave per year, parental leave entitlements and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
• Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
• Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
• Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
• Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
• Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT US

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process.

Council is committed to providing an accessible, safe and inclusive workplace for all. To help us identify and support people from diverse groups please state if you require any support or additional assistance during the recruitment process.