Tractor Operator - Parks
Role Overview
Join a dedicated team responsible for maintaining Parramatta’s Parks and Open Spaces, combining tractor operation with hands-on horticultural and grounds maintenance activities.
Role Responsibilities:
Operating tractors, mowing equipment and powered attachments to maintain park and open spaces across the LGA.
Completing a planned program of horticultural and grounds maintenance tasks to the required service standards.
Inspecting parks and facilities to help ensure they remain safe, usable and well‐presented.
Supporting the Parks crew with day‐to‐day maintenance activities, adapting to changing priorities and assisting other crews when required.
Completing work programs efficiently, safely and to agreed service standards.
Using Council’s digital systems (including iPad‐based software) to record work, complete checklists and report issues.
What’s on offer
We have 2 x Permanent Full-Time opportunities.
We are offering an attractive weekly rate from $1,311 to $1,444 plus 12% superannuation.
This position will attract allowances in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2026, this could include the Adverse Working Conditions Level Allowance.
In addition, City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:
9-Day Fortnight
Free Parking at Rydalmere Operations Centre
Free Onsite Gym
Uniform Provided
Learning and Training Opportunities wellbeing programs to further your career
14 weeks paid parental leave.
Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
Significant leave benefits (3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, including 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
About You
We are looking for a reliable and motivated team member who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and can adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic operational environment.
You will also bring:
Experience operating tractors, mowing equipment and other plant safely and efficiently.
Experience in parks maintenance, horticulture or groundskeeping.
The ability to undertake the physical requirements of the role.
A collaborative approach and willingness to assist other teams when needed.
To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including:
Qualifications/Licences:
NSW MR Driver Licence
Construction industry certificate “White Card”
Want to know more?
Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description. For a confidential discussion, please contact Adam Caithness via email [email protected]
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Monday 9th November 2026. Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.
Please upload:
Current resume, licenses & qualifications.
Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.
This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo the below pre-employment compliance checks:
Pre‐employment medical: Pre‐Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test.
The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol ‐ free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.
How we work: Inclusion & Belonging At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.
We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact [email protected] for a confidential discussion.
Eligibility: Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.
Full Job Posting
About the role
Join a dedicated team responsible for maintaining Parramatta’s Parks and Open Spaces, combining tractor operation with hands-on horticultural and grounds maintenance activities.
Role Responsibilities:
Operating tractors, mowing equipment and powered attachments to maintain park and open spaces across the LGA.
Completing a planned program of horticultural and grounds maintenance tasks to the required service standards.
Inspecting parks and facilities to help ensure they remain safe, usable and well‐presented.
Supporting the Parks crew with day‐to‐day maintenance activities, adapting to changing priorities and assisting other crews when required.
Completing work programs efficiently, safely and to agreed service standards.
Using Council’s digital systems (including iPad‐based software) to record work, complete checklists and report issues.
What’s on offer
We have 2 x Permanent Full-Time opportunities.
We are offering an attractive weekly rate from $1,311 to $1,444 plus 12% superannuation.
This position will attract allowances in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2026, this could include the Adverse Working Conditions Level Allowance.
In addition, City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:
9-Day Fortnight
Free Parking at Rydalmere Operations Centre
Free Onsite Gym
Uniform Provided
Learning and Training Opportunities wellbeing programs to further your career
14 weeks paid parental leave.
Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
Significant leave benefits (3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, including 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
About You
We are looking for a reliable and motivated team member who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and can adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic operational environment.
You will also bring:
Experience operating tractors, mowing equipment and other plant safely and efficiently.
Experience in parks maintenance, horticulture or groundskeeping.
The ability to undertake the physical requirements of the role.
A collaborative approach and willingness to assist other teams when needed.
To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including:
Qualifications/Licences:
NSW MR Driver Licence
Construction industry certificate “White Card”
Want to know more?
Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description. For a confidential discussion, please contact Adam Caithness via email [email protected]
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Monday 9th November 2026. Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.
Please upload:
Current resume, licenses & qualifications.
Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.
This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo the below pre-employment compliance checks:
Pre‐employment medical: Pre‐Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test.
The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol ‐ free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.
How we work: Inclusion & Belonging At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.
We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact [email protected] for a confidential discussion.
Eligibility: Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.
Qualifications
- We are looking for a reliable and motivated team member who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and can adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic operational environment.
- Experience operating tractors, mowing equipment and other plant safely and efficiently.
- Experience in parks maintenance, horticulture or groundskeeping.
- The ability to undertake the physical requirements of the role.
- A collaborative approach and willingness to assist other teams when needed.
- NSW MR Driver Licence
- Construction industry certificate “White Card”
- Want to know more?
- Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description. For a confidential discussion, please contact Adam Caithness via email [email protected]
- How to apply
- Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Monday 9th November 2026. Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.
- Current resume, licenses & qualifications.
- Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.
- Pre‐employment medical: Pre‐Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test.
- The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol ‐ free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.
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