About the Role
South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking enthusiastic and experienced outdoor staff to join our casual workforce across various positions.
Casual roles will be located in Leongatha, Foster and Korumburra but may work across various locations across the shire.
Council will support you to succeed in your casual role by providing opportunities for training across the software, systems and processes used within the organisation.
* Key responsibilities include horticulture or tree maintenance work, operating plant or equipment including chippers, chainsaws, mowers, brush cutters, hedge trimmers, blowers, spray equipment, traffic management, and if required, Elevated Work Platform (EWP).
* Ground works; undertaking tree management and vegetation maintenance works; implementing weed control activities and constructing and maintaining infrastructure in Council Bush Reserves and Rail Trails.
Requirements
To be successful in these positions you must be physically fit to undertake labouring work outdoors and have experience within a similar role.
You will have an understanding of how to safely and competently undertake a range of duties including the use of plant and equipment.
You will be known for your attention to detail, time management, ability to work within a team and you will also have a current driver's licence.
What We Offer
* Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
* Rostered Days Off offered for full-time roles
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: flexibility and a welcoming work environment
* Variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives
* Diverse range of exciting career paths in full-time, part-time or casual positions
* Mentoring, coaching and secondments
* Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
* Opportunity to purchase additional leave
* Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments
Please submit your application by addressing the questions below. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest.