09 Aug
|
CoreStaff
|
Perth
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About Our Client:
Our clients are well-established local government organisations based throughout the metropolitan area of Western Australia.
The organisations are recognised for their strong focus on maintaining high-quality public spaces, environmental stewardship, and well-managed parks and open spaces that enhance community lifestyle and wellbeing.
The regions feature extensive parklands, river foreshores or natural reserves, and a mix of residential and commercial precincts.
With a strong emphasis on amenity, safety, and sustainability, the organisation plays a key role in ensuring public spaces are well-presented, functional, and accessible for both residents and visitors.
About the Role:
As a Parks and Gardens Labourer, you will play a hands-on role in maintaining, protecting, and enhancing their parks and public open spaces.
Working as part of a team, you will deliver high-quality horticultural services in line with environmental management plans and scheduled works.
This is a practical, outdoor role suited to someone who takes pride in presentation, enjoys physical work, and has a strong eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out general parks and horticultural maintenance including weeding, pruning, planting, mulching, mowing, digging, raking, and spraying (approved treatments) in line with scheduled programs and service standards
Operate and maintain hand tools and minor plant/equipment such as hedge trimmers, chainsaws, blowers, and related gardening machinery safely and effectively
Identify, report, and help resolve maintenance issues to support the upkeep and improvement of parks and public open spaces
Contribute ideas for improved work practices and share horticultural knowledge within the team
Support general operational duties including completing pre-start checks, fault and incident reports, and participating in toolbox meetings and safety activities
Assist with asset condition monitoring and assessments where required
Follow all Work Health and Safety requirements, including safe work practices, correct PPE use, and hazard/incident reporting
Work collaboratively within a team environment while maintaining robust customer service, professionalism, and adherence to policies and procedures
Support continuous improvement, efficient use of resources, and positive workplace culture
Undertake additional duties as reasonably required within the scope of the role
Desired Qualifications & Experience:
Experience in a horticulture, parks maintenance, landscaping, or similar outdoor maintenance role
Practical knowledge of plant care, turf maintenance, garden establishment, and pruning techniques
Ability to safely operate and maintain horticultural tools and equipment (e.g., hedge trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, brush cutters)
Valid WA 'C' Class Driver's Licence
National Police Clearance (Obtained within the last 3 months)
HR/MR Drivers' Licence
What's in it for you?
Competitive remuneration and conditions
Short and long term contract opportunities
Supportive and inclusive team culture
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📌 Parks Maintainers & Horticulturists (Perth)
🏢 CoreStaff
📍 Perth