Position Type
Permanent full time
Salary
$66,303 to $74,250 per annum (based on 76 hours per fortnight) plus superannuation and a 9 day fortnight. Allowances including adverse working conditions allowance of $38.98 per fortnight. Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications and experience
About us
At Hornsby Shire Council, we offer more than just a job. We are a community where everyone plays a vital role in creating a positive culture while delivering meaningful work with a real impact. We are inclusive and flexible and champion your professional growth. Join us in building our Shire for the future and be part of a team that values your individuality and empowers you to contribute to something greater. Check out our employee value proposition and what it is like to work at Hornsby Shire Council.
About the role
Your new role involves a variety of tasks including assist in the maintenance and improvement of expansive gardens, picnic and lawn areas, servicing of park amenities and the upkeep of council's assets for the safety and enjoyment of others. Working at prestigious parks within the LGA, such as Lisgar Gardens, Hornsby Park & Fagan Park, some duties of the position include:
- Assist in the maintenance of gardens, trees, lawns, bushland and amenities for the safety and enjoyment of others
- Apply expert knowledge of park and garden maintenance
- Operating Council vehicles & Ride-on mowers
- Undertaking effective use of and care and maintenance of resources, including but not limited to, plant and equipment, tools and materials in a safe and efficient manner.
- Assist in maintaining a safe work place
Position requirements
To be successful in this role you'll have a
- You will have a Certificate III in Horticulture
- Occupational Health and Safety Induction Certificate for construction work
- NSW Class C driver’s licence.
- Working with Children’s Check
- Current Chainsaw qualifications – desirable
- Current Basic First Aid Certificate – desirable
About you
We are looking for a person with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines as set by the Parks Service Unit Supervisors. A high standard of service is necessary to take appropriate action in response to a variety of internal and external demands.
Good physical fitness is critical as manual labouring tasks are required. Good listening and communication skills are essential to ensure directions and instructions are carried out safely, promptly and accurately. The position is expected to work in an outdoor environment under varying weather conditions throughout various sites within Hornsby Shire.
Benefits of working with us
We offer more than just a job, we understand the importance of a work-life balance and are proud to offer a range of benefits:
- Flexible working opportunities, such as 9-day fortnight for full time permanent and temporary fixed term employees
- Generous leave provisions, including:
- Long Service Leave after 5 years (transferable between Councils)
- Parental Leave (up to 24 weeks)
- Health & Wellbeing Leave
- Employee Health and Wellbeing Program, as well as Fitness Passport and annual flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee recognition scheme
- Motor vehicle novated leasing and salary sacrifice opportunities
- Social Club
- Long Service Awards
For more information and to apply
Please visit our website
Applications close 10 February 2026 at 11.30pm