Band 3 - $70,811 - $75,186 per annum (plus Super & Industry Allowance)
Permanent Full Time – Fortnightly RDO
About Us
Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.
Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.
We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.
About the role
The Bushland Maintenance Officer sits within Council’s Conservation team and is responsible for delivering on-ground bushland maintenance and revegetation works across Council’s natural reserves and open space areas.
Working under the direction of the Crew Leader, this role focuses on practical field-based delivery of works programs, including weed control, revegetation, habitat management, seed collection and general bushland maintenance.
You will operate plant and equipment, undertake manual tasks, and contribute to the delivery of programmed works across a range of sites. The role requires working outdoors in varying conditions and adapting to changing priorities, site conditions and seasonal demands.
You will also interact with members of the public, community groups and volunteers when working in open spaces, providing basic information and representing Council in a professional manner.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, passionate about natural areas, can follow direction, and takes pride in delivering consistent, high-quality work as part of a team.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the following:
- You are a reliable and capable operator with experience in bushland or natural area maintenance, and the ability to carry out physical, outdoor work safely and efficiently.
- You have practical skills in weed control, revegetation and the use of plant and equipment, and are comfortable working as part of a small team to deliver programmed works. Able to follow direction, work with minimal supervision and meet expected timeframes and standards.
- You are dependable, punctual and take responsibility for your work. Understand the importance of safety, can follow procedures and are willing to learn and develop your skills.
- You communicate clearly and respectfully with colleagues and the public and are able to represent Council appropriately when working in community settings.
Key Selection Criteria
- Certificate III or IV in Conservation Land Management or related field or equivalent experience, preferably including delivering environmental education programs.
- Demonstrated ability to operate a variety of related more plant and equipment in a safe and efficient manner including undertaking routine daily maintenance of minor plant and equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to work diligently and enthusiastically with minimal supervision to meet desired service outcomes within nominated schedules.
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team environment including high levels of reliability and punctuality.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with the public in a clear and courteous manner, to present a positive image for Council, with a strong focus on customer service excellence.
- Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills.
- Good computer skills
- A current First Aid Certificate.
Please ensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as part of your application.
You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.
The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an ‘international criminal history check’), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Benefits of working with us
Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.
Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.
Our benefits include
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
- Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
- Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
- Reward & recognition programs
- Health initiatives
- Access to our support and wellbeing programs
- A vibrant social club
For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us
Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.
Council is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.
If you require any access or reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, then please do let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager – your experience truly matters to us.
To apply
To apply for this position please complete the online application form including:
- A brief cover letter
- Your resume
- Response to key selection criteria
You will be required to answer selection questions as part of the application process. The selection process also includes the requirement for reference checks
Position Description: Bushland Maintenance Officer – 300.9 KB
Applications close: 5pm, Sunday, 26 April 2026
Further information: Jack Chittenden, 8571 1772
