Town Maintenance Labourer
Dorset Council is seeking a practical, reliable and motivated individual to join our Town Maintenance team.
About the role
This is a hands on role predominantly based in the Derby area that helps keep our towns, parks, cemeteries, recreational spaces and community assets well presented.
Working as part of a supportive team, you will undertake a variety of maintenance activities including parks and gardens maintenance, general town upkeep, minor construction works, operation of plant and equipment, and maintenance of Council assets.
Our ideal candidate will:
- Be comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
- Take pride in maintaining public spaces and delivering quality work
- Have a strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- Be adaptable, reliable and willing to undertake a diverse range of maintenance activities
- Hold a current drivers licence and relevant industry licences and accreditations, or have the ability to obtain them
- Experience in one or more of the following areas will be highly regarded:
- Parks, gardens, reserves or open space maintenance
- Landscaping, construction or civil maintenance
- Operation of mowers, brush cutters, chainsaws, tractors, trucks, backhoes or similar plant and equipment
What’s on offer?
- Permanent full time position
- Annual base salary of $71,893 plus 12% superannuation
- Fortnightly rostered day off
- Generous leave provisions, including up to 10 days compassionate leave and up to 10 weeks paid parental leave
- The opportunity to help maintain and improve the places our community uses every day
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
How to apply
Please email resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to people@dorset.tas.gov.au by Sunday 19 July 2026.
For enquiries, contact Craig Wheeler, Town Maintenance Supervisor on (03) 6352 6500.