Bioretention Maintenance Worker Required in Australia

Blacktown City Council is seeking a dedicated and environmentally conscious individual to join their team as a bioretention maintenance worker in Australia. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of bioretention systems throughout the council area. Key responsibilities include inspecting and cleaning bioretention basins, removing debris, and ensuring proper functioning of the systems. If you find this role appealing, they welcome you to send in your application.

Responsibilities of Bioretention Maintenance Worker:

• The team focus is on bio-retention systems and Water Sensitive Urban Design assets/ constructed waterway management.
• Ensuring bio-retention systems and wetlands are maintained in accordance with the service.
• Assist with training and development of Councils Apprentices
• As a bio-retention worker, you will be responsible for undertaking the maintenance of Bioretention systems, wetlands, lakes and associated Water sensitive urban (WSUD) assets to ensure the highest level of finish that is safe and attractive to our natural areas.
• You will play a vital role in improving the natural environment of the Blacktown local government area.

Eligibility Criteria for Bioretention Maintenance Worker:

Essential:

• Relevant qualifications in Horticulture or equivalent, or satisfactory completion of an indentured Apprenticeship as a Gardener
• Extensive experience in maintenance of WSUD assets, gardens and landscaped areas
• Chemical Application AQF 3 or equivalent
• Current ‘C’ class driver’s license.

Desirable:

• Current MR driver’s license
• Chainsaw operation certificate of competence
• Traffic Controller Implementation accreditation
• First Aid certificate.

Benefits:

• Entry level for this position starts at $1,265.47 per week.
• 38-hour working week
• Rostered Day Off (RDO) every fortnight
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.