Team Member Parks Taree

The role

We currently have a position for a full-time team member based from our Taree depot. The Team Member Parks contributes to Council work programs at our sports fields parks cemeteries reserves and other community spaces. Working in a small crew you will carry out maintenance and cleaning duties on BBQs picnic facilities and amenities and undertake construction maintenance and installation of open space assets such as playgrounds picnic tables benches and retaining walls.

The successful candidate will be a team player with a friendly professional attitude good communication skills and a strong understanding of safe working practices.

What youll bring

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of parks and reserves maintenance.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in operation of horticultural plant and equipment such as ride on lawn mowers tractors and brush cutters.
• Completed WorkCover accredited course in WHS general induction for construction work in NSW including a demonstrated sound knowledge of Work Health and Safety procedures and experience in the proper use of tools and equipment.
• Current NSW Drivers Licence (P1 minimum).
• Currently hold or willing to obtain a First Aid Certificate and AQF Level 3 Chemical Certificate.

Please note that to be a successful candidate youll be required to complete a pre-employment medical check to ensure you can carry out the essential requirements for the role.

Why work with us

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more.

Salary: Commencing salary $53985 p.a. plus superannuation (negotiable based on skills and experience).

Location: MidCoast Councils Taree Depot located at 36 Arkwright Crescent Taree.

Tenure:

• Permanent Full-time
• 38 hours per week
• Fortnightly rostered day off
• 6:30am to 3:30pm

Closing date: 24 February 2026 at 11.30 pm.

Want to know more

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For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Lee Kavanagh who is the hiring manager for this role. Lee can be reached on (02)or at

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Josie Reardon who is the HR representative for this role. Josie can be reached on (02)or at

How to apply:

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About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. To find out more about our beautiful region click here.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important asset and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do. We value support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race religion national origin gender identity or expression sexual orientation age or marital veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.