Town General Hand

Town General Hand (Ref: 1297) – Mullewa

About the position:

The Town General Hand undertakes operational activities associated with the provision of parks and town maintenance services to the Mullewa district within the City of Greater Geraldton. Work under direction to ensure all work is carried out within agreed programs and budget constraints and in compliance with City policies, procedures and relevant Australian standards. Key tasks include lawn mowing, garden bed maintenance, weed control, litter management and general maintenance of streets and paths in the Mullewa town.

This position works a 9-day fortnight with every second Friday as a non-working day.

Key accountabilities:

• Carry out maintenance, repairs and installation of Council’s parks, recreational facilities and infrastructure to a high standard on a daily basis as directed.
• Operation and maintenance of plant and equipment including hand tools, ride-on mowers, brush cutters and small plant required to maintain parks and garden beds.
• Parks and reserves maintenance including watering, fertilising, pruning, planting and reticulation.
• General town site maintenance including road and path sweeping, path repair, verge reinstatement and general maintenance duties.
• Actively contribute to a safe working culture including responsibility for duty of care for self and others and complete all required Work Health and Safety procedures to encourage safe and efficient work practices.

To gain a better understanding of the role or to discuss the position qualification requirements in more detail, please call Simon Chant, Supervisor Mullewa Town on 0407 471 997.

Position requirements:

The successful applicant will hold a valid driver’s licence (MR class desirable) and have demonstrated experience in the techniques and methods associated with the maintenance of parks, gardens and reserves.

Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.

Remuneration and benefits:

A salary starting from $72,450 per annum or $36.66 per hour will be offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.

Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:

• Up to 20.5% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
• 22 Annual Leave days per annum
• 9-day fortnight
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Flexible working arrangements
• Career opportunities
• Study Assistance

About the City

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. 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 city are 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 all people 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 opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.

 Interested in applying?

For information on how to apply for this position, visit the City’s website: www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment

Applications close 4pm Wednesday 5 March 2025.

Ross McKim

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER