Full-time Contract Entry Level

Posted 04 Sep 2026

Description

Application Deadline: 4:30pm on Friday 18 September 2026

Bogan Shire Council is seeking a motivated and reliable Gardener to join our Development & Environmental Services team. This seasonal role plays a key part in maintaining attractive, well‑presented streetscapes and greenspaces across the Shire, contributing to high‑quality public amenity for residents and visitors.

If you enjoy practical outdoor work, take pride in maintaining public spaces, and want to contribute to the presentation and upkeep of our community, this role offers a great opportunity to step into Council and build hands‑on experience.

Why Join Us?

Working at Bogan Shire Council means joining a team that values stability, community and genuine development opportunities. As a Gardener, you’ll benefit from:

- A supportive team environment with clear direction and structured work programs
- Hands‑on outdoor work maintaining parks, gardens and public spaces
- All PPE and uniforms provided
- Training opportunities including small plant operation, WHS and irrigation support
- A relaxed country lifestyle, with short commutes, affordable living and a welcoming community
- The chance to contribute directly to the appearance and amenity of Nyngan and the wider Shire

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys physical outdoor work and wants to build skills in horticulture, plant care and green space maintenance.

About the Role

As a Gardener, you will carry out routine plant and lawn care, maintain Council‑managed gardens and parks, and ensure public areas remain clean, tidy and safe. This includes plant health monitoring, fertilising, watering, weeding, trimming, mowing and whipper‑snipping.

Key responsibilities include:

- Completing routine inspections of parks and greenspaces, including litter removal and leaf raking
- General watering, weeding, mowing, edging and garden bed maintenance
- Monitoring plant health and completing fertilising,



trimming and nurturing tasksAssisting with irrigation system maintenance under supervision
- Operating and maintaining Council plant and equipment, including mowers, whipper snippers and trimmers
- Completing accurate daily records such as timesheets, tasking sheets and plant operating sheets

Salary and Benefits

- Grade 2: $1,049.98 to $1,199.96 based on qualifications and experience
- 12% superannuation
- Generous leave entitlements
- Rostered days off
- Training and development opportunities
- Council‑provided PPE and uniforms

What We’re Looking For

You have:

- General knowledge of lawn care, garden bed and plant maintenance, with the ability to produce high‑quality work across streetscapes and greenspaces
- The ability to work independently with minimal supervision and contribute positively within a team
- Clear communication skills and the ability to interpret works programs
- Strong organisational skills, problem‑solving ability and the capacity to manage competing priorities
- Safe manual handling skills and experience in small plant operation
- Numeracy and literacy levels typically associated with Year 10 education
- Current Safe Work NSW WHS General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
- Current Class C or P2 driver licence
- Australian residency or valid work visa
- MR licence
- ChemCert accreditation
- Traffic Controller Card
- Implement Traffic Control Plans Card
- First Aid Certificate

Bogan Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments are made on merit to ensure the most suitable candidate is selected for the role.

Company Overview

Our vision for the future is “Comfortable Country Living”. It's a reflection of the relaxed lifestyle, strong community spirit, and pride that make our region such a great place to live and work. At Bogan Shire Council, our employees play a vital role in bringing this vision to life. Together, we create a safe, welcoming, and thriving community where residents and staff alike enjoy the benefits of country living with the support, chance, and connection that come from being part of something bigger.

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