Join ourParks Presentation Team and help shape the green spaces of our community.

We're seekinga motivated and safety-conscious Mowing Hand / Truck Driver tosupport the delivery of high-quality horticultural services across Council'sparks and gardens. You'll play a key role in maintaining and presenting ourlandscapes to the highest standards.

Banyule City Council boasts a wealth of open spaceand parklands, featuring both exotic and native vegetation of historical andenvironmental significance. The Parks and Gardens department oversees the careand development of Over 200 parks and reserves, 50 sports fields, 163playgrounds, more than 75,000 street trees, an extensive shared trail network,and a wide range of park furniture and assets that enrich the urban landscape.

Why you'lllove this role:

This roleoffers the chance to contribute directly to the presentation, sustainability,and liveability of the community's environment while working in a dynamic andsupportive team. You'll get to work in the great outdoors, in beautiful parks and reserves,contributing to community spaces. You'll enjoy a variety of tasks ranging frommowing and horticultural maintenance to operating different equipment.

As the MowingHand / Truck Driver, you'll:

- Maintain high-quality horticulturalassets by applying professional practices and sound horticultural principlesacross Council landscapes and garden areas.
- Operate and maintain mowing and lightmechanical equipment (e.g., Out Front Mower, brush cutter, chainsaw) safely andefficiently to meet Parks Maintenance targets.
- Ensure safety and compliance withOH&S; standards while reporting hazards and maintaining accurate logs andrecords.

Whatyou'll bring/what we are looking for:

- A demonstrated commitment to ourvalues.
- Demonstrated high level customerfocused approach.
- Safe and competent driving ofvehicles up to 13.9 tonnes GCM with a current Medium Rigid driver'slicence.




- Demonstratedexperience in operating Out Front Mowers competently, and safe andcompetent operation of light mechanical plant including brush cutter,blower, edger, hand mower, additional experience with hedge trimmers.chain saw, post hole digger would be desirable
- Previous experience workingeffectively in a team environment.

Pre-employmentrequirements:

- CurrentMedium Rigid driver's licence.
- Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
- Functional Capacity Assessment

Why thisopportunity and what's on offer:

- Salary of $72,697.90 per annum plussuper.
- A permanent full time positionwith a fortnightly RDO.
- Working Monday to Friday from 7.00am to3.56pm (during daylight Savings 6.30am to 3.26pm).
- 26 weeks of paid parental leave -primary carer/4 weeks of paid parental leave – partner.
- Collaborative and inclusive teamculture.
- Ongoing learning and developmentopportunities, including health and well-being initiatives.

For moreinformation or if you have any questions, contact Allan Newton on ***

Applicationsclose: 27th August 2026 at 11:45 PM.

Why choosethis opportunity

Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on ourcommunity. At Banyule Council, you'll have the opportunity to drive serviceexcellence, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the bettermentof our community. We offer a supportive, team-oriented, and cutting-edge workenvironment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.

Banyule CityCouncil is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion,



andwe welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonableadjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform usthrough your application or email**********@banyule.vic.gov.au

OurValues:

Ouremployees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values ofrespect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive inour strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work inpartnership with the community.

DiversityStatement:

Ourcommunity is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies,sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity,participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, fosterharmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

Acknowledgementof the Traditional Custodians:

Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the WurundjeriWoi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect toall Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present, and emerging,who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region'shistory.

Child SafeStandards Statement of Commitment:

Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to thesafety and well-being of children.

Council has azero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will betreated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committedto providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered,valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring theirvoices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.

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📌 Mowing Hand (Truck Driver) (City of Banyule)
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