General Labourer - Parks & Facilities - Casual

The role:

Council is currently seeking a General Labourer (known within Council as a Field Officer) to join the Scone Parks & Facilities team. 
The position will undertake general labouring and other duties as directed by the Team Leader - Parks and Facilities. These duties will include operating horticultural plant and equipment, tree planting, operating and maintaining watering systems, treating and controlling weeds, pests and diseases management, as well as assist with other general maintenance duties. 

What’s on Offer:

- $1064.90 - $1192.70 per 38 hour week + 25% casual loading + 11.5 % super 
- Opportunity for salary progression
- Opportunity for career progression
- Access to training and development opportunities
- Friendly and supportive work environment

What we need from you:

If you have some knowledge of general maintenance of parks and facilities that is a great.  If not you will have transferable skills which should include the use of hand tools, ability to follow direction, great work ethic, and the ability to safely undertake labouring tasks, then we can teach you the rest!

About us:

Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself!

Closing Date: Sunday 3 November 2024 

Enquiries and Further Information

Give Roda Newbery, Coordinator Parks & Facilities a call on 0439 420 524 or e-mail hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au to discuss this opportunity. 

Job Description

To view the job description for this position, please click here. 

How To Apply

All applications must be submitted and the key selection criteria addressed online by the closing date by clicking “Apply for this job” or through Council’s website - upperhunter.nsw.gov.au

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au or 02 65401100 to discuss.