This role is available immediately, applications will be shortlisted as they come in – so don't wait, apply today!
About the Role
In this outdoor, practical role, you will help maintain and improve Burnie's parks, reserves, verges, open spaces and sporting grounds.
You will operate a range of small plant and equipment, carry out general horticulture and maintenance tasks, and contribute to keeping our public spaces secure, clean and welcoming.
Day-to-day work includes mowing, trimming, weeding, vegetation control and general gardening, as well as supporting construction and maintenance activities across the municipality.
What You Will Do
Maintain and enhance parks, reserves and open spaces to agreed service levels
Operate and maintain small plant and equipment (mowers, brush cutters, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, etc.)
Carry out weed, vegetation and foliage control
Apply agricultural chemicals safely as directed
Solve on-the-job problems and support your team through practical advice
Contribute to a positive, safe and customer-focused workplace
What You Will Bring
Certificate III in Horticulture (or equivalent experience)




Experience in parks, gardens, grounds or horticulture work
Ability to perform regular manual outdoor labour
Skills in operating and maintaining small machinery and tools
Understanding of WHS requirements
Current driver licence, Medium Rigid licence, and relevant plant licences (chainsaw, tractor, White Card)
Why Join Us?
Work outdoors in a practical, hands-on role
Be part of a supportive, community-focused team
Enjoy variety, teamwork and a workplace committed to safety and continuous improvement
Further information on working for Council can be found here ➡️Employee Information Pack(PDF, 10MB)
Questions?
Head to to find out more about the role.
For confidential enquiries please contact our People and Safety team ******
Please forward a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and a current resume ****** no later than 5.00pm, Sunday 26 July ****.
As part of our commitment to safety, the successful candidate will be required to supply a National Police Check.

📌 Parks And Reserves Operator (Tasmania)
🏢 Burnie
📍 Tasmania