Maintenance Officer
- Involves landscaping and maintenance of Palmerston’s CBD and open space areas.
- Requires practical experience in landscape maintenance and minor infrastructure works.
- Operates vehicles and equipment while adhering to WHS requirements.
- Family friendly hours in the Great Outdoors
- Level 3 ($80,765.12 - $85,234.11)
- Six weeks annual leave! Plus wide range of employee benefits!
About the role
This role involves landscaping and maintenance of Palmerston’s CBD and open space areas, including vegetation management, cleaning, minor infrastructure repairs, litter collection and graffiti removal.
You will operate and maintain vehicles, plant and equipment, support short-term Council projects and events, follow WHS requirements and Council procedures, record and report work, assist with traffic management, and work with the Supervisor to plan activities. Weekend work on a rotating roster and participation in natural disaster response may be required.
About you
In this role you will bring practical experience in landscape maintenance, including minor infrastructure works, soft landscaping, and a basic understanding of irrigation systems. You’re passionate about working outdoors and take pride in enhancing community spaces, demonstrating a positive, professional attitude and a strong team focus.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A current MR Class NT Driver's Licence,
- A minimum of two years' practical experience in minor infrastructure, irrigation and/or landscaping,
- Knowledge of landscape maintenance practices, including minor infrastructure and soft landscaping works, plus a basic knowledge of irrigation systems,
- Demonstrated experience safely operating small plant and power tools,
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety practices,
- The physical fitness to carry out the manual labour requirements of the role, including lifting at least 20kg,
- Competency in computer skills (MS Office),
- A genuine passion for working in the natural environment and contributing to the presentation of our outdoor community spaces.
Applicants are required to provide a brief response in their cover letter addressing each selection criterion, using examples from their previous experience.
For more information on the key duties and responsibilities for the role, please refer to the position description.
About City of Palmerston
City of Palmerston, established in the 1980s, is Northern Territory’s youngest and second-largest city. Known as a family-friendly hub, we pride ourselves on being a “Place for People” and delivering excellent services to our community.
Joining our team comes with benefits such as:
- Supportive team environment and collaborative culture
- Six weeks annual leave
- Paid Christmas and New Year shutdown
- Wellbeing Allowance
- Training, professional development and study leave opportunities
- Career progression and development pathways
- 3% salary increase in April 2027.
Relocating from interstate? You may be eligible for a relocation allowance to make your move smooth and stress-free.
Eligibility: Only applicants with the right to work in Australia can apply.
Applications Close: Tuesday, 13 October 2026
Contact: Tony Weber – Operations Supervisor l 0419 133 296
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