Earn and learn!

We are currently offering a traineeship which combines structured training with paid employment – allowing you to gain hands-on experience and practical skills in a real-world work environment.

About the role:

The position of Indigenous Trainee General Hand will work on a fixed term full-time basis in our bush maintenance area and perform a diverse range of tasks associated with the development and maintenance of Council’s natural environmental area, whilst providing safe and efficient gardening, pruning and land conservation services within the City.

The position is for a 12-month fixed term contract period to support the learning required to complete a Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management or Certificate II in Horticulture and most of the time will be spent gaining on the job experience. There is a requirement of attending TAFE as part of gaining the qualification. There may be further opportunities within the City of Swan once the traineeship has been completed.

At the City of Swan, we believe a great way to get to know our future team members could be out in the field—literally! As part of our selection process for the Indigenous Trainee General Hand role, shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in an exciting group activity in the bush. This hands-on experience will give you a chance to demonstrate your skills, teamwork, and enthusiasm in a real-world environment, while meeting other candidates and our team in a relaxed, natural setting.

Say goodbye to the traditional office interview and hello to an immersive outdoor experience. Ready to get your hands dirty and show us what you’ve got? Apply now and join us in the great outdoors!

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Carry out a variety of tasks as set by the Supervisor, associated with the maintenance and construction of Parks operations
• Operate and maintain all associated plant in accordance with Safe Working Practices, Council Policy and procedures
• Comply with relevant Occupational Safety and Health legislation and complete all work in a safe and efficient manner, having regarding to own safety, the public and that of other workers
• Follow standard operating procedures and guidelines to everyday routine task as directed by supervisor
• Completion of regular occurring task, adhering to procedures
• Ensure that developed procedures and guidelines are followed
• Provide regular feedback in toolbox to correct quality deviations and/or faults

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

The successful candidate will have the following:

• An interest and willingness to gain knowledge and experience in Parks, Gardens, Environmental Rehabilitation, maintenance and/or construction, including relevant plant operation
• Pursuant to Section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement for this position.
• Willingness to commit to completing the required qualification – Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management or Certificate II in Horticulture
• Basic written and oral literacy and numeracy skills
• Willingness to work and collaborate within a team
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate
• C Class Drivers Licence
• Safety Awareness Training Certificate (White Card)

About working with us:

The salary for this position will be from $71,763.15 - $72,717.31 (includes loading) per annum, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

You will also enjoy benefits including:

• More flexibility to enjoy a work life balance with a 9-day fortnight
• Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
• Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 18.75%
• Comprehensive employee wellness program
• 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 Steffen directly on (08) 9267 9058.

For queries regarding the application process, please contact our friendly People Services team on (08) 9267 9014.

To apply please submit a resume that includes a summary statement of why you would be interested and a good fit for this role, via the link.

Closing Date: Friday 8 August 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.