Note: This position is available to internal applicants only. About us At Penrith City Council, we’re passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace. We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life, so we’re here to support you in the moments that matter. As the winner of the 2020 Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and an Excellence Award winner in the 2020 Australian HR Awards, you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits, including: A range of flexible work arrangements 18 weeks paid maternity leave Health and wellbeing leave 15 days personal leave Significant financial and leave support for undertaking further education Diverse salary packaging Free access to all Ripples venues And much, much more City Presentation delivers a range of services that provide clean, well-presented public spaces in the Penrith Local Government Area. Comprising over 200 qualified and driven staff, areas of opportunity for employment include civil construction and works, horticulture and landscaping, fleet management and workshop servicing, trades and public cleansing and maintenance. Our team ensures that Council spaces are well maintained and always ready for use by our residents, are sustainable into the future, and significant assets, community buildings, roads, drainage, fleet, parks and open spaces provide the required level of service in a cost-effective manner for present and future residents. In City Presentation, we seek staff who are organised, take pride in their work, and are willing to go that little bit further to ensure the little details make their work speak for itself. We encourage personal and professional development, and pride ourselves on a culture that encourages staff contribution and involvement. About the role This position plays an important role in the general upkeep of Council’s community parks and open spaces. You will be responsible for operating a Tractor/Toro 5910 in maintaining parks and playing fields throughout the Penrith Local Government Area. The successful candidate will have the ability in working independently, planning their daily activities for the purpose of meeting deadlines and completing additional labouring duties when required. This position does require knowledge and use of Council’s Mobility system. You may be required to work from any of Council’s Depots. This position operates on a 76-hour fortnight with a Rostered Day Off once a fortnight. Essential criteria Current Class C Driver Licence (manual) Demonstrated experience in the operation of a 60hp two-wheel drive agricultural tractor with trailing mower and other agricultural implements Ability to work as part of a team Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively Ability to deal in an appropriate manner with the general public General labouring experience/Capable of carrying out labouring duties Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White) Card Knowledge of and commitment to WHS and EEO principles. Commencing salary: $63,396.00 - $73,384.00 per annum, plus 11.5% superannuation and an Adverse Working Conditions Allowance in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award. You may be required to undertake background checks, as relevant to the position for which you have applied. Please select the link/s below to view the position description and to submit your application online. In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (listed above) as a part of their initial application. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered. Completed applications must be received by 11.55pm on the closing date. Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for the processing of your application. For further information about the position, please contact Haydon Guyatt, Field Supervisor, on 0448 714 349. Council is a Child Safe Organisation, for more information about this please see our website .