Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 250,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome , belong and succeed .

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The City Open Spaces team manages the daily presentation and maintenance of Council’s open spaces, sportsgrounds, playgrounds, passive and public spaces, golf courses, botanical gardens and native vegetation areas within the Cumberland City Area, ensuring that our residents and visitors have access to quality and attractive open spaces of which they can be proud and enjoy.

In contributing to the overaching vision, the Team Member - Bushland will undertake a range of activities that combined deliver the overall maintenance of bushland and natural assets and ensure that these Open Spaces remain in excellent condition, protected and suitable for use by the community. This role will also assist in ensuring customer and community satisfaction with Councils Open Space operations are met.

The successful applicant will require:

- Demonstrated experience in bush regeneration, experience in Cumberland Plain bushland an advantage
- Demonstrated experience operating small plant and equipment, including small hand tools and power tools
- Demonstrated ability to deal in a positive and courteous manner with the public and other workers.
- Good verbal and written communication skills – ability to write clearly and neatly when completing necessary paperwork
- Ability to work as part of a team with good interpersonal skills
- Sound knowledge and practical application of WH&S; principles and the Work Health and Safety legislation
- Basic Computer Skills with the ability to adapt and learn new electronic systems and operate a range of devices including ipads.
- Hold a current ‘ChemCert’ (Chemical Handling) qualification
- Hold a current General Induction for Construction Work in NSW (White Card)
- Hold a current Class C Drivers Licence.

Download the position description here for more information.

About this role:

- Permanent, full-time position
- 70 hour fortnight
- Access to Council's 9 day fortnight Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement
- Located at Council's Auburn Depot, with frequent travel required across Council worksites, and may be required to work across any of Council’s work locations

Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

- Grade 4 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,140.67 to $1,397.32 per week,



plus 12% superannuation
- The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role

What you'll need to have for this role:

- The right to live and work in Australia
- Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position, including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
- Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council’s Health Monitoring Procedure, as required.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

- We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Leave entitlements including annual leave,10 days personal leave and up to five (5) days of MyLeave per year, parental leave entitlements and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
- Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
- Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT US

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles,



and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process.

HOW TO APPLY

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire. You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.

Personal Details * Required field

- First name *
- Last name *
- E-mail *

Digits only or add + for international numbers

- Street *
- Street Cont.
- City, Town or Suburb *
- Postcode or Zipcode *
- Country *
- State, Region or Province *
- LinkedIn URL

(Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.)

Questions

- What is your preferred method of communication (eg. phone or email)?
Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted via their preferred method. All other applicants will receive written confirmation of the status of their application. *

Are you currently eligible to work within Australia? *

- Yes
- No
Do you hold a current Class C Driver Licence? *
- Yes
- No

Do you hold a General Construction Induction Card (White Card)? *
- Yes
- No

Do you hold a AQF3 'ChemCert' Chemical Accreditation? *
- Yes
- No
- No, but willing to obtain
- Please outline any relevant experience you have had in Bushland maintenance and any qualifications you may hold. *
- What interests you about the Bush Regeneration industry? *

Are you the subject of a current, open investigation concerning misconduct (eg. unacceptable or improper behaviour), or have you had any substantiated findings of misconduct against you in the last 10 years? *
- Yes
- No
- If you answered yes to the above question, could you please provide some further detail.
- For conflict of interest purposes, please identify if you know any staff members of Cumberland City Council (including family, or other significant relationships).
- Council is committed to providing an accessible, safe and inclusive workplace for all.
To help us identify and support people from diverse groups please state if you require any support or additional assistance during the recruitment process.

Are you under 18 years of age at the time of applying for this role? *
- Yes
- No

I declare that the information I have provided within this job application is true, accurate and complete.
I understand that any false or misleading information, or failure to provide information at any time within the recruitment process or during the course of employment with Council may result in disciplinary action (up to and including termination of employment). *

- I agree

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📌 Bushland Maintenance Specialist – Open Spaces (Cumberland County)
🏢 Cumberland Council
📍 Cumberland County