Parks and Gardens Crew

Be part of Victoria's last great story of growth

Mitchell Shire is where the city meets the country. Located just 40 minutes north of Melbourne, we're home to thriving townships, beautiful natural landscapes and some of Australia's fastest-growing communities.

With a current population of more than 64,000 residents and forecast growth to over 220,000 by 2046, there has never been a more exciting time to join Mitchell Shire Council. As we continue to grow, so do the opportunities to make a genuine difference to our community and help shape the future of one of Victoria's most dynamic municipalities.

At Mitchell Shire Council, you'll be part of a progressive, inclusive and supportive organisation that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. Together, we work as One Mitchell, guided by our values of Trusted, Engaged and Innovative.

About the Opportunity

Mitchell Shire's parks, reserves, and streetscapes are at the heart of what makes this growing community such a great place to call home. As a Parks and Gardens Crew member within the Operations and Assets team, you'll play a hands-on role keeping those spaces safe, welcoming, and well-presented — with the backing of a local government employer that values its people and invests in their growth.

• Permanent, full-time role based in Wallan
• Maintain parks, and open spaces across Mitchell Shire as part of our Mowing Team.
• Work as part of a supportive, close-knit crew in the Operations and Assets team
• Enjoy the stability and benefits of local government employment
• Access to training and development
• Make a visible, everyday difference to your local community

This is a permanent opportunity with a Fortnightly RDO, or the option of a 4 day week.

Remuneration begins at $74.1K to $77.8K (Band 3) plus superannuation.

Why Mitchell?

At Mitchell Shire Council, we are committed to creating a workplace where people can thrive and do their best work. In return for your contribution, you'll enjoy:

• Flexible work arrangements where operationally possible
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Program support
• A values-driven and supportive workplace culture
• The opportunity to contribute to one of Victoria's fastest-growing municipalities
• Meaningful work that makes a difference to our community

About You

We're looking for someone who is passionate about delivering great outcomes and enjoys working collaboratively with others.

To thrive in this role, you'll bring practical experience in parks, open space, or grounds maintenance, along with a genuine commitment to quality workmanship and community pride. Beyond the tools of the trade, we're looking for someone who shows up reliably, works safely, and contributes positively to a small, close-knit crew.

• Demonstrated experience in parks, grounds, or open space
• Current Victorian medium rigid truck licence
• Confidence operating ride-on mowers, handheld power tools, and related machinery
• A sound understanding of safe work practices in an outdoor environment
• Certificate II or III in a related Parks and Gardens field, or equivalent demonstrated practical experience

Just as important as your technical skills are the behaviours you bring to the team. Mitchell Shire Council values integrity, accountability, and respect — and we're looking for someone who reflects those values in the way they work with colleagues and engage with the community. If you're someone who takes ownership of your work, communicates openly, and looks for ways to keep improving, you'll find real opportunity here to grow your skills and build a long-term career in local government.

Want to Know More?

For further information about this opportunity, please contact Tim Papworth, Landscape maintenance Team Leader, Parks and Arboriculture at depot.admin@mitchellshire.vic.gov.au.

All applications must address the Key Selection Criteria section within the Position Description. For information on how to apply, please visit our Careers page.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Safety

Mitchell Shire Council is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that values different perspectives and upholds the highest standards of integrity, respect and responsibility. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disabilities.

As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check where required for the role.

Our commitment is guided by the principles of the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act 2006 (Vic), the Gender Equality Act 2020, the Climate Change Act 2017 and the Victorian Child Safe Standards.

We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support during the application or interview process, we encourage you to let us know. We will work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to participate fully and demonstrate your capabilities.

Applications close at 5.00pm on Monday 9 November 2026.