Could you find peace and relaxation in the simple and steady maintenance and rhythm of manicuring lawns?

Could you enjoy working independently and within a wider team to take pride in delivering high quality results for the local community?

If yes, read on!

About the role:

The General Hand Mowing delivers mowing services on a permanent full-time basis. The position is responsible for maintaining the City of Swan’s public spaces with high standards of care and professionalism. This role is ideal for someone who values a stable, secure job where you can see and take pride in the work you are accountable for.

The City of Swan is committed to accommodating flexibility within the workplace, where possible. Although this position is advertised as full-time, submissions from applicants that have a preference for part-time hours are invited and will be considered in this recruitment process. Part-time positions would be offered on full-day arrangement on a reduced roster of 1-4 days per week as mutually agreed.

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Mowing and maintaining public lawns, parks and other green spaces
• Operating and maintaining mowing and other plant equipment in accordance with policy and procedure
• Ensuring work areas are kept clean, tidy and presentable
• Adhering to safety legislation and practices
• Providing customer service to the community and external stakeholders when required

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• A friendly can-do attitude and someone that is self-motivated
• Enjoys routine and consistency in their work
• Knowledge of Work, Health and Safety legislation and safe practices
• Previous experience in mowing and whipping works is a plus but not required – we are willing to train the right person with a great attitude
• ‘LR’ Class Motor Vehicle Licence
• Safety Awareness Training Certificate (White Card)
• Ability to pass a medical examination
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate

About working with us:

The salary for this position will be from $70,716.36 - $71,633.82 per annum (includes loading), depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

What will you get in return:

• Stability: a secure permanent full-time position
• Simplicity: enjoy the satisfaction of working outdoors, focusing on tasks that require precision
• Independence: just you and your team, your equipment and the open space
• Professional environment: whilst we are a down to earth bunch of people and love to keep things relaxed, we also uphold and expect high standards of quality and professionalism
• Flexibility: enjoy more of a work-life balance with a 9 day fortnight
• Generosity: excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday

You will also receive:

• Up to 18.25% Superannuation
• Comprehensive employee wellness program at a heavily discounted rate
• Generous study assistance (terms and conditions apply)
• Free parking options available
• Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work

About the City:

The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations. The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829. Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.

The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years. The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people. The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home. Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.

Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of ‘one city, diverse people, culture and places’ through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.

At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work. We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.

We welcome everyone exactly as they are. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, people with a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Nick Del Borrello directly on (08) 9267 9204.

To apply please submit a resume via the link.

Closing Date: Sunday 6 April 2025 at 11pm AWST.

The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early. Therefore, if you are interested in applying for this position please do so as soon as possible.

*No agencies please.