Mowing Hand (Truck Driver)

Banyule City Council; Parks (AZ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly RDO

Paid parental leave

Health and well-being initiatives

Ongoing learning and development

Job summary

Banyule City Council is seeking a motivated Mowing Hand / Truck Driver to support the Parks and Gardens team across council reserves. You’ll maintain landscapes to high standards, operate mowing equipment and light vehicles, and contribute to safe, efficient outdoor maintenance.

The role offers full-time hours, a fortnightly RDO, and opportunities for learning and development within a collaborative team. A current Medium Rigid licence is required.

Qualifications

• Current Medium Rigid driver’s licence.
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
• Functional Capacity Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high-quality horticultural assets and landscapes.
• Operate mowing and light mechanical equipment safely and efficiently.
• Report hazards and maintain logs in accordance with OH&S standards.

Skills

Medium Rigid licence

Vehicle operation up to 13.9 tonnes

Out Front Mower operation

Chainsaw operation

Brush cutter operation

Hedge trimmers

Tools

Out Front Mower

Chainsaw

Brush cutter

Edger

Post hole digger

Job description

Join our Parks Presentation Team and help shape the green spaces of our community.

We’re seeking a motivated and safety-conscious Mowing Hand / Truck Driver to support the delivery of high-quality horticultural services across Council’s parks and gardens. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and presenting our landscapes to the highest standards.

Banyule City Council boasts a wealth of open space and parklands, featuring both exotic and native vegetation of historical and environmental significance. The Parks and Gardens department oversees the care and development of Over 200 parks and reserves, 50 sports fields, 163 playgrounds, more than 75,000 street trees, an extensive shared trail network, and a wide range of park furniture and assets that enrich the urban landscape.

Why You’ll Love This Role

This role offers the chance to contribute directly to the presentation, sustainability, and liveability of the community’s environment while working in a dynamic and supportive team. You’ll get to work in the great outdoors, in beautiful parks and reserves, contributing to community spaces. You’ll enjoy a variety of tasks ranging from mowing and horticultural maintenance to operating different equipment.

As The Mowing Hand / Truck Driver, You’ll

• Maintain high-quality horticultural assets by applying professional practices and sound horticultural principles across Council landscapes and garden areas.
• Operate and maintain mowing and light mechanical equipment (e.g., Out Front Mower, brush cutter, chainsaw) safely and efficiently to meet Parks Maintenance targets.
• Ensure safety and compliance with OH&S standards while reporting hazards and maintaining accurate logs and records.

What You'll Bring/what We Are Looking For

• A demonstrated commitment to our values.
• Demonstrated high level customer focused approach.
• Safe and competent driving of vehicles up to 13.9 tonnes GCM with a current Medium Rigid driver’s licence.
• Demonstrated experience in operating Out Front Mowers competently, and safe and competent operation of light mechanical plant including brush cutter, blower, edger, hand mower, additional experience with hedge trimmers. chain saw, post hole digger would be desirable
• Previous experience working effectively in a team environment.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Current Medium Rigid driver’s licence.
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• Functional Capacity Assessment

Why This Opportunity And What’s On Offer

• Salary of $72,697.90 per annum plus super.
• A permanent full-time position with a fortnightly RDO.
• Working Monday to Friday from 7.00am to 3.56pm (during daylight Savings 6.30am to 3.26pm).
• 26 weeks of paid parental leave - primary carer/4 weeks of paid parental leave – partner.
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including health and well-being initiatives.

Applications close: 27th August 2026 at 11:45 PM.

Why choose this opportunity

Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community. At Banyule Council, you'll have the opportunity to drive service excellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the betterment of our community. We offer a supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.

Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or [e-mail]

Our Values:

Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.

Diversity Statement:

Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgement of the Traditional Custodians:

Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present, and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment:

Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.