Reserve Response Officer
Job Task Analysis - Open Space Crew
Physical Health Assessment - Open Space Crew & Open Space Crew Leader
Join our Open Space team and make a difference by keeping Kingston’s parks clean, safe, and beautiful!
• Great employee benefits on offer
• Located at our Dingley Village Depot
• Full time - permanent position
• Band 3 $69,181 - $73,600 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation
About this opportunity
We are looking for a Reserves Response Officer to join our dedicated Sportsgrounds and Reserves Team. In this role, you will carry out essential maintenance of Kingston’s parks, reserves, and public open spaces to ensure they are clean, safe, and welcoming for the community.
What you’ll deliver
• Routine and reactive maintenance tasks including mowing, litter collection, graffiti removal, painting, and General Landscaping and Horticulture related activities.
• Repairs and installation of park furniture, gates, bins, and recreation infrastructure
• Support with inspections, small project delivery, and asset condition audits
• Accurate documentation and reporting of maintenance activities using Council's IT systems
Your Skills and Experience
• A Trade Certificate or equivalent, or demonstrated hands on experience in maintaining open space assets, including but not limited to; garden maintenance, building/construction maintenance, sports turf maintenance and general landscaping
• Confidence in using power and hand tools, and operating plant machinery such as tractors, backhoes, and skid steers
• A valid Victorian driver’s license (manual MR preferred)
• Valid Working with Children Check (or willing to obtain)
• Strong team player with good communication skills and a commitment to community service
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.
What’s next?
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 careers 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, Carolyn Bell, Reserves Coordinator at carolyn.bell@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.
What’s on Offer 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:
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
• 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.
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