Job Task Analysis - Open Space Crew

• Do you love working outdoors and being part of a great team? Join Kingston’s Mowing Crew!  
• Maintain high profile parks and community spaces
• Be part of a supportive team
• Full time permanent opportunity
• Band 3 $69,181 - $73,600 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation  
• Location: Dingley Village    

 About this opportunity: 

Kingston’s mowing crew is a newly established team, maintaining high profile sites across the municipality. Our team of six take pride in delivering top quality lawn maintenance which keeps our community spaces looking their best.

We’re looking for a Mowing Officer to join the team. In this role, you’ll help maintain Kingston’s high-profile open space lawns across community hubs, childcare centres, libraries and war memorials, ensuring our community enjoys safe, well-presented green spaces year-round.

What you’ll deliver                            

• Complete tasks including mowing, brush cutting, edging, hand watering, weed control, mulching, fertilising, chemical spraying, chipper operation, chainsaw operation and asset management 

• Inspect open spaces to identify areas in need of maintenance activities 

• Identify the need for effective pest, weed and disease control in high profile open space sites, ensuring safe and appropriate controls are undertaken 

• Identify and assist in managing required irrigation for high profile open spaces 

What You’ll Bring 

• Skills and experience in maintaining open space/turf surfaces 

• Competency in the safe operation of handheld and ride on mowing plant and equipment 

• Competency in the use of fertilizers and other turf related products 

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

How to Apply  

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button. 

All applications must be submitted online through our career's portal.  Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies 

We look forward to hearing from you!  

For any inquiries about the position, please contact Scott Mortimer, Sportsgrounds Coordinator at scott.mortimer@kingston.vic.gov.au

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia. 

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au 

About Kingston   

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations. 

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management. 

Benefits of Working at Kingston  

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:   

• Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers) 

• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs 

• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only) 

• Purchase leave options 

• Career development opportunities, 

• Study/development assistance 

• Discounted gym memberships 

• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers 

• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) 

• Social club events 

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston 

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.  

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.  

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.