Open Spaces Laborer - Bush Regeneration
The Open Spaces Laborer - Bush Regeneration plays a crucial role in executing practical on-ground works aimed at restoring and managing bushland areas. This position involves physical labor, teamwork, and a commitment to environmental conservation.
As a member of our team, you will engage in various tasks including weed control, planting native species, and maintaining sites to promote biodiversity. Your work will directly contribute to the health and sustainability of local bushland areas.
We are looking for candidates who are passionate about environmental conservation and possess the skills necessary for bushland management and regeneration.
Why Join Us?
* Join a dedicated team focused on enhancing local bushland ecosystems.
* Contribute to meaningful conservation efforts that protect native flora and fauna.
* Work in a supportive environment that values teamwork and collaboration.
* Opportunities for professional growth and skill development in bushland management.
About us
Shellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region, is just 80 minutes south of Sydney and is home to over 82,000 people in a city that spans 154 square kilometres. It's an area of great natural beauty - stretching west from the picturesque coastline to rolling pastures, set against the majestic backdrop of the Illawarra escarpment.
Our dedication to be financially sustainable in an evolving environment, while striving for a great organisational culture and committing to employing staff who embrace our core values, has made Shellharbour City Council an employer of choice.
We have been recognised with numerous state and national awards in recent times, including eight wins for our First Nations Community the Yirran Muru (many pathways) playspace, as well as being presented as winners in the NSW Landscape Architecture Awards, Regional Achievement Awards, and Parks and Leisure Australia Regional Awards of Excellence.
We offer
* Permanent full time position in the Bush Regeneration team, 38 hours per week
* 9-Day fortnight, enjoy a work life balance
* Commencing salary range from $1,079.83 - $1192.23 per week
* Plus Adverse Working Conditions Allowance Level 1
* Plus 12% superannuation
* Great culture with a strong, values led and progressive team
* Enjoy our employee benefits programs and access to Novated lease options and significant retail discounts and corporate fitness programs, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Provident Fund activities, bi-annual bonus payments, weekly payrun and more.
* Access to local government and employee benefits such as Annual Award Increases, LSL after five years, three weeks sick leave per annum, Health and wellbeing leave and more.
Please Note
* You will need to complete a Pre-placement Medical Assessment
* An eligibility list will be created from this recruitment for future full time or casual opportunities
Application Information
For further information about the position, click here for the position description.
Contact: Bronwyn Anderson, Team Coordinator Bushland Management on 0439 689 349
Closing date: Wednesday, 25 March 2026 at 11:30pm.
Apply now
Complete the application below by answering the questions, describing how your skills and experience are relevant to the position.
Your Resume and qualifications can be attached on the NEXT page.
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Selection Process
For further information about the selection process including tips on how to address the selection criteria, please view our Guide To Applying.
Equal Opportunity and Workplace Culture
Shellharbour City Council is an equal opportunities employer and promotes a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. The responsibility of all employees is to treat our Community, Councillors, Customers and each other with respect and professionalism without regard to non-relevant criteria or distinctions.
We are committed to being a Child Safe Organisation. Our commitment promotes the rights of all children and young people to be safe from harm when interacting with our services and spaces.
Shellharbour City Council is dedicated to building a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity. We recognise the unique strengths and talents that individuals with disabilities bring to our team, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. We invite individuals with disability to apply for positions at Shellharbour City Council and we commit to discussing reasonable adjustments to roles to enable people with a disability to join our team.
Core Values
Our core values of collaboration, accountability, integrity, respect and sustainability represent who we are and what we expect of one another.
To work with us, you must be committed to role modelling our core values.
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