We are seeking a passionate individual dedicated to protecting, preserving, and regenerating natural areas across Shellharbour City and surrounding regions.
You will utilize your skills and experience to perform labouring activities within the bushland management team, maintaining Council's open spaces and natural reserves throughout the city. Additionally, you will assist in coordinating weekend bush care working bees with community groups and volunteers as part of the Council's Bushcare Program.
About the Role
Our ideal candidate will have a positive work attitude, be reliable, a team player, and committed to Work, Health & Safety. Based at the Services Depot in Oak Flats, the Open Spaces team is inclusive and supportive, providing a range of services to our community.
About Shellharbour City
Located in the Illawarra region, just 80 minutes south of Sydney, Shellharbour is home to over 82,000 residents across 154 square kilometers. It boasts great natural beauty, from picturesque coastlines to rolling pastures, against the backdrop of the Illawarra escarpment.
Our commitment to financial sustainability, organizational culture, and core values has made Shellharbour City Council an employer of choice, recognized with numerous awards including those for our First Nations Community projects and landscape architecture achievements.
What We Offer
* Permanent full-time position, 38 hours/week, with some weekend work; casual opportunities may also be available.
* 9-Day fortnight for work-life balance.
* Starting salary from $54,516 to $56,719 annually, based on skills and experience.
* Additional allowances and 11.5% superannuation.
* Benefits include LSL after five years, sick leave, health and wellbeing leave, employee discounts, fitness programs, EAP, and more.
Benefits
Access to local government benefits such as long service leave, sick leave, health and wellbeing leave, and others.
Additional Information
Casual opportunities may be offered. A pre-placement medical assessment is required. For more details, see the position description.
Contact: Nick Graham, Acting Team Coordinator Bushland Management, at 0423 886 448 (Mon-Fri, 7am-4pm).
Closing date: Wednesday, 28 May 2025, at 11:30 pm.
To apply, complete the online application, answer questions, and attach your resume and qualifications. You can save and return to your application later. Ensure your contact details are correct to receive confirmation emails.
Our Commitment
We are an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity, inclusivity, and a child-safe environment. We encourage individuals with disabilities to apply and discuss reasonable adjustments to facilitate their employment. Our core values include collaboration, accountability, integrity, respect, and sustainability, which we expect all employees to embody.
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