Parks Worker - Natural Reserves

• Full time, Ongoing
• Operational Band 3, Starting salary Range $62,093 (Incl Industry Allowance) plus superannuation

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The City of Greater Bendigo is in the heart of central Victoria on Dja Dja Wurrung and Taungurung Country. Located just 90 minutes’ drive to Melbourne, our region offers all the benefits of a large city with a warm and welcoming country feel. 

With a growing population, Greater Bendigo is an attractive region that boasts the Bendigo Art Gallery, theatres, stunning heritage buildings and natural surrounds that provide great recreational opportunities. 

Our region is famous for its food and wine as well as having high quality education and health services. There is a wide range of housing options and excellent rail and road networks with Bendigo Airport having regular direct flights to Sydney. We provide over 65 important services to support our community which is heading towards a population of 200,000 by 2050. Now is a great time to join us!

The role

The Parks and Open Space unit is seeking a Parks Worker to join the Natural Reserves team. In this role you will undertake an outdoor works program to effectively maintain and sustainably develop a variety of reserves and open spaces.

The position includes a 9 day working fortnight (fortnightly RDO) and is based at the City’s Adam Street depot in Golden Square where you will travel out to site to service the City of Greater Bendigo area.

About You

You will have knowledge of indigenous flora and fauna with the ability to identify and control a range of pest plant and animals. You will also have an understanding of natural environment, biodiversity principles and sustainable land management techniques.

A satisfactory police records check and a current driver’s licence (manual preferred) are required for this position.

Benefits

• Annual salary increases, paid allowances and overtime, fortnightly RDO
• Generous leave provisions, all tools and equipment supplied
• Paid training and learning and development opportunities

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Contact

If you require any further information regarding this position please contact Mark Fahy, Acting Coordinator of Arboriculture and Environmental Management on 0436 298 880.

To apply

Please submit your cover letter, outlining why you are interested in this position and detailing your relevant experience with your current CV/resume by close of business Thursday 17 October 2024.