Parks Assistant

Parks Assistant

Here at CBCity

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 21 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents 

The Role

A rewarding opportunity has presented itself for a dedicated and driven individual to join our Parks Unit as a Parks Assistant.
In this role you will work as part of a small team which focusses on the maintenance of Council's Parks, Sports Fields, Nature Strips and other Open Space Assets.

*This opportunity will be offered on a permanent full-time basis. 

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Ensure parks, sports fields, nature strips and other open space areas are maintained in accordance with service requirements
• Undertake risk and hazard assessments of all areas and where necessary take corrective action.
• Ensure all works are completed within timeframes
• Identify and report landscape deficiencies especially in the area of parks maintenance.
• Ensure all jobs comply with relevant acts and standards.
• Operate plant & equipment including out front /ride on mowers, brush cutters, edgers, blowers or other related plant as required.
• Operate minor plant items/hand tools as required.
• Ensure plant & equipment is properly used and maintained.
• Collect litter and clean park amenities as required.
• Report equipment faults and failures
• Attend meetings as required through performance of duties.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Current Class C Drivers Licence.
• Experience in Parks & Open Space maintenance.
• Skills & experience necessary to fulfil the role, responsibilities, duties and competency requirements of the position

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $55,121 (Grade A, Step 1) + AWACA + 11% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience

Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.

What’s in it for you?

• Permanent full-time opportunity
• Scheduled Day Off
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Nathan Watson (Coordinator Sportsfields) on 02 9789 9348

How to apply:

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button below and create a login using your email address and upload a;

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter explaining your suitability for the role with demonstrated examples of proficiency claimed.

Applications close on Sunday, 5 May 2024.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.