Package: $64,551 - $71,253 + 12% Super (Grade 4 of the SMRC Salary System 2026-2027)

12-month contract – Parental Leave Cover

Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday, 11th October 2026

About The Region: The Snowy Monaro Region is a unique and culturally diverse region of south-east NSW, situated in the perfect spot just one hour from the Snowy mountains, one hour to the beach and one hour to Canberra.

Join our team as a Construction Worker Parks& Gardens

Are you passionate about planting, gardening and turf care

Come and work for us!

Join our team to nurture and protect vibrant parks, reserves, sportsgrounds and trees.

You will help make our community a more beautiful and sustainable place to live!

We are looking for someone who is passionate about presenting our town's amenities and sporting facilities to a high level for residents and visitors alike.

This is a high impact rewarding role that directly affects the community.

About the Role:

Primary gardener Cooma CBD team. Planting and maintaining gardens and grounds across Cooma, Nimmitabel and Bredbo.

Help elevate our Regions streetscapes through desirable maintenance and plantings.

- Operate assigned plant and vehicles and carry out laboring duties in the maintenance and construction of roads, parks and gardens and roadsides in accordance with Council standards, timetable, environmental and quality objectives
- Operator minor plant including line markers, hoists, elevated work platforms, trucks, tractors, mowers, slashers, edgers and brush cutters etc. Conduct regular maintenance checks and servicing of the plant to ensure a high level of operational standard is attained




- Contribute to the safety of staff and public through the appropriate use of safety equipment and clothing in accordance with relevant safety standards and Council procedures
- Deliver Traffic Control at Worksites as directed
- Follow written and oral instructions
- Promote information sharing and knowledge transfer to drive evidence-based decision-making, enhance capability and optimise capacity
- Contribute to the performance of Council: demonstrate professional conduct, make the best use of knowledge, experience and skills and be accountable for own decisions and actions
- Contribute to a safe workplace: comply with legislative and organisational requirements and be accountable for own decisions and actions

About You:

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Drivers Licence Class MR unrestricted
- NSW WHS Construction Induction (White Card)
- Demonstrated ability to operate a variety of plant i.e. Line Markers, Hoists, Elevated Work Platforms, Trucks, Tractors, Mowers, Slashers, Brush Cutters etc
- Proven ability and ongoing commitment to work as directed by Supervisor, according to Council’s prescribed practices, Code of Conduct and Work Health and Safety procedures, with or without supervision
- Demonstrated ability to participate in toolbox talks as required




- Proven ability to manually lift in accordance with WHS guidelines

Desirable criteria:

- Traffic Control Tickets – Traffic Controller and Implement Traffic Control Guidance Plan
- Demonstration understanding of and the ability to maintain plant, equipment and hand tools in a safe and useable condition
- Demonstrated experience with minor plant e.g. chainsaws, compaction equipment and power tools
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Proven ability to read and understand simple plans
- Certificate II or III Horticulture, Green keeping, Landscaping or related field

How to Apply:

Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume through the Apply link. Please use your cover letter to address the essential and desirable criteria, as outlined in the Position Description

Tip: Good applications will demonstrate that you have what is needed to be successful in this role. You can use your cover letter to highlight your skills, abilities and experience, and how they meet the requirements of the job, as well as introducing yourself and explaining why you want to work with us here at Council.

Enquiries

At Snowy Monaro Regional Council, we are committed to providing EEO and embracing diversity. We are an inclusive workforce which reflects the unique region, community, and customers we serve. In addition to providing an encouraging and positive environment, Council is a smoke free work workplace.

Please advise us if you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or perform the requirements of the role.

📌 Construction Worker Parks & Gardens (Cooma)
🏢 Snowy Monaro Regional Council
📍 Cooma