Tech/Handyperson

Victoria Daly Region; Katherine; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote area allowance

Salary sacrifice options

Job summary

Victoria Daly Regional Council is seeking a Technical / Handy Person to join the Operations team for a 3-month temporary assignment at the Katherine Regional Support Centre. The role covers facilities, equipment, and assets maintenance with some travel to communities across the region.

You’ll work outdoors, perform grounds and asset care, and contribute to safe, functional, and presentable spaces for staff and residents.

Qualifications

• Experience in gardening, landscaping, grounds maintenance, asset maintenance or similar practical roles.
• Sound knowledge of safe work practices and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Experience operating and maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery relevant to the role.
• Chemical Handling Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Parks & Gardens qualification or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Delivering and collecting supplies from local businesses and transport providers.
• Conducting routine inspections of Council assets and reporting faults.
• Maintaining sheds, yards, storage facilities, and outdoor areas.
• Undertaking mowing, whipper-snipping, weed control, and general grounds maintenance.
• Assisting with landscaping and gardening projects.
• Supporting operational service delivery across communities throughout the region.

Skills

Gardening

Landscaping

Grounds maintenance

Asset maintenance

Tools operation

Safety awareness

Education

Parks & Gardens qualification

Tools

White Card

Chemical Handling Certificate

Forklift Licence

First Aid Certificate

Driver's Licence

Job description

Together, Growing Stronger

• Earn an attractive remuneration package of $65,473 to $70,466. per annum (pro rata).
• Benefit from a comprehensive range of perks.
• Remote area allowance, salary sacrifice options.
• 6 weeks of annual leave plus 10 days of personal leave, and more!

About Victoria Daly Regional Council

Victoria Daly Regional Council is dedicated to fostering strong, safe, and interconnected communities throughout our region. We collaborate closely with residents, Traditional Owners, and local partners to deliver reliable services that enhance community well-being, stimulate regional growth, and promote long-term sustainability. As a responsive and customer-focused organisation, we take pride in our commitment to quality service. Our teams are passionate about strengthening local capabilities and ensuring that the diverse needs of our communities remain central to everything we do.

The Opportunity Awaits

We're looking for a motivated Technical / Handy Person to join our Operations team and play an important role in maintaining Council facilities, equipment, and assets across the region. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a varied role where no two days are the same, with opportunities to travel, work outdoors, and contribute directly to the communities we serve. This is a temporary 3-month position, based at the Katherine Regional Support Centre, with occasional travel to our communities & townships.

Why You'll Love This Role

Your work will contribute to the upkeep and presentation of Council facilities, community spaces, and operational assets. Whether you're maintaining grounds, repairing infrastructure, or supporting projects across remote communities, you'll play an important role in creating safe, functional, and welcoming environments for staff, residents, and visitors. For a more detailed position description click here What your day will look like, but are not limited to:

What your day will look like, but are not limited to:

• Delivering and collecting supplies from local businesses and transport providers.
• Conducting routine inspections of Council assets and reporting faults.
• Maintaining sheds, yards, storage facilities, and outdoor areas.
• Undertaking mowing, whipper-snipping, weed control, and general grounds maintenance.
• Assisting with landscaping and gardening projects.
• Supporting operational service delivery across communities throughout the region

The Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a reliable, self-motivated individual who enjoys practical work and takes ownership of your responsibilities. You bring experience in gardening, landscaping, grounds maintenance, turf management, facility upkeep, or a related field. You are comfortable using a range of tools, plant, and equipment and understand the importance of maintaining assets in a safe, functional, and presentable condition. While capable of working independently, you also understand the importance of collaboration. You communicate effectively, build positive working relationships, and are willing to assist colleagues to ensure team objectives and organisational goals are achieved. You will bring:

• Experience in gardening, landscaping, grounds maintenance, asset maintenance, or similar practical roles.
• Sound knowledge of safe work practices and workplace health and safety requirements
• Experience operating and maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery relevant to the role
• Chemical Handling Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Parks & Gardens qualification, certificate, or relevant experience.
• White Card (or willingness to obtain).
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Forklift Licence (or willingness to obtain)

Other Requirements

• Criminal History Check (recent, within 3 months).
• A current Working with Children's Card (Ochre Card).
• A current unrestricted Drivers Licence.

Connection - Sustainability - Accountability - Collaboration