Parks & Gardens – General Hand

Employment Details
Date Added: 16-Feb-2026
Closing Date: 9-Mar-2026 04:00 PM

Parks & Gardens – General Hand

Shire of Moora | Infrastructure Services

The Shire of Moora is seeking a reliable and motivated Parks & Gardens General Hand to support the maintenance of parks, reserves and public open spaces across the Shire.

This is a hands-on outdoor role contributing to the presentation, safety and upkeep of community facilities and green spaces.

About the Role

Working as part of the Parks & Gardens team, you will assist with routine horticultural and grounds maintenance activities while supporting safe and efficient service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lawn mowing, edging, weeding, pruning and mulching
  • Watering, planting and general garden maintenance
  • Basic reticulation and minor maintenance tasks
  • Pest and weed control activities
  • Safe operation and care of tools and equipment
  • Reporting hazards, maintenance issues and site conditions
  • Completing timesheets and basic work records
  • Following WHS procedures and contributing to a safe workplace
  • Providing courteous interaction with the public and stakeholders

Essential Criteria

  • Basic horticultural experience parks or grounds maintenance
  • Sound understanding of workplace health and safety practices
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, exercising teamwork and a positive attitude
  • Ability to undertake physical work in a variety of weather conditions
  • C Class Australian Driver’s Licence
  • Valid Construction Induction Card (White Card)

     Desirable Criteria

    • Previous experience in similar role
    • HR Licence
    • Provide First Aid Certificate
    • Previous experience in a local government environment

     

    Employment is contingent upon:

    • Provision of a current satisfactory National Police Clearance
    • A Pre-Employment Medical Assessment including Drug & Alcohol Testing

     

    For further information, please contact Deryce du Plessis or Cherie Passamani on (08) 9651 0000 or via email at hr@moora.wa.gov.au.

    Applications close 4.00pm, Monday 9 March 2026

    Applications including a CV, references and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria should be submitted to:

    Private & Confidential
    Human Resources
    Shire of Moora
    PO Box 211
    MOORA WA 6521

    or emailed to hr@moora.wa.gov.au

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