About the position:

Join the City of Greater Geraldton’s Maintenance Operations as a Reserves General Hand. In thishighly rewarding role, you will work collaboratively to maintain the City’s public open spaces,undertaking routine, seasonal and corrective works to ensure the community can enjoy safe andfunctional grassed areas throughout the seasons. This role is offered on a 9-day fortnight, giving you every second Friday off to recharge, planadventures, or enjoy more time doing what matters to you. Key accountabilities:

Work within the Reserves team to maintain the City’s parks, ovals, reserves and other publicopen spaces to a high standard daily as directed, including turf renovation, fertilising, mowing,slashing and all facets of turf care. General operation of plant and hand tools, carry out maintenance and/or labour duties asrequired. Operate plant, machinery and specialised equipment in a competent and protected manner asrequired. Ensure that regular routine daily maintenance is carried out and that relevant log books andpre-start are completed. For further information and to view the position description, visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment. To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Jim Sweetman, Coordinator Parks on . Position requirements:

The successful applicant will ideally have demonstrated experience in reserves maintenance and turf management, including knowledge of relevant maintenance techniques and practices. Applicantsshould also hold a current MR Class Driver's Licence and have experience safely operating three-pointlinkage and PTO-driven implements, including trailing mowers, flail mowers, scarifiers/verticuttersand verti-drains.



Applicants with limited experience are encouraged to apply. Training and support will be provided tothe right candidate who demonstrates a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and a willingness tolearn. Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is requiredof all positions at the City. Remuneration and benefits:

A salary ranging from $79,115 per annum to $83,611 per annum will be offered dependent onknowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.Version: 1, Version Date: 30/10/2026Document Set ID: 364717 Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:

Up to 21% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme) 9 Day Fortnight 22 Annual Leave days per annum Health & Wellbeing Program Career opportunities Study Assistance About the City

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's CoralCoast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional cityare plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region. The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of allpeople in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability,and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunityemployer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace. Applications close 4pm Tuesday 17 November 2026

Please note applications will not be reviewed prior to the closing date listed above.

📌 Reserves General Hand (Geraldton)
🏢 City of Greater Geraldton
📍 Geraldton