PARKS AND GARDENS CREW (Residential Only)

Best suited for: Australian citizens, Permanent Residents, New Zealand citizens, Subclass 485/491/191 visa holders who seeking an exceptional regional local government job experience in East Pilbara region, Western Australia.

About This Opportunity

An exceptional practical opportunity is now available with the Shire of East Pilbara for hard-working, outdoor-oriented individuals to join the Parks and Gardens Crew. Located residentially in the thriving regional town of Newman, Western Australia, this permanent, full-time position places you at the heart of maintaining the town's public parks, green spaces, and community turf networks. Working within a dedicated municipal team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day care, mowing, and landscaping of Council properties to ensure a beautiful and safe environment for regional families. The Shire backs your manual skills and reliability with an attractive regional compensation package, featuring a strong base salary, substantial location allowances, uniform provisions, and high employer superannuation matches.

Job Summary

The Shire of East Pilbara is seeking reliable, team-focused, and safety-conscious personnel to fill multiple vacancies within the Parks and Gardens Crew - Newman (Position Ref: # 351). Reporting directly to the Operations management framework, successful candidates will operate small plant, execute groundskeeping tasks, and conduct basic field equipment maintenance. This residential role requires a solid work ethic, basic horticultural appreciation, and an absolute commitment to outdoor workplace safety protocols in a demanding regional environment.

• Employer Name: Shire of East Pilbara
• Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent (Multiple Positions Available)
• Required Education Level: Demonstrated operational literacy and numerical skills in English; relevant trade or machinery tickets are highly valued.
• Work Arrangement: On-site / Outdoor Field Operations
• Employment Location: Newman, East Pilbara Region, Western Australia, Australia.
• Salary & Package: AUD $82,045
• Application Deadline: 3 August 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain a wide range of municipal groundskeeping machinery, including ride-on mowers, push mowers, whipper snippers, and chainsaws.
• Execute routine care, watering, pruning, and clearing of local plants, trees, and turf networks across designated town sites.
• Perform basic daily running maintenance, inspections, and safety checks on assigned tools, mechanical plant, and field equipment.
• Maintain high situational awareness and adhere strictly to Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) requirements unique to outdoor desert environments.
• Manage daily tasks efficiently utilizing basic time management and personal organizational skills within a tight-knit field team.
• Interact professionally and courteously with members of the general public and regional community stakeholders during field operations.
• Collaborate productively with crew members to proactively achieve the Shire’s broad civic vision and upkeep objectives.
• Embody the Shire’s corporate values of Leadership with HEART: Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.

Skills & Requirements

• Licences: Must hold a current, valid Class 'C' Driver’s Licence recognized and valid for operation within Western Australia.
• Equipment Competency: Demonstrated ability or clear aptitude to safely maneuver maintenance plant, landscaping tools, and mechanical field gear.
• Safety & Compliance: Sound basic knowledge of standard workplace safety guidelines, hazard identification, and protective gear usage in heavy outdoor settings.
• Industry Knowledge: Basic understanding and appreciation of plant health, regional tree species, and public turf maintenance practices.
• Communication & Teamwork: Solid interpersonal skills enabling effective team collaboration and clear, positive contact with local residents.
• Certifications: Possess (or have a strong willingness to rapidly acquire) relevant machinery competency and safety tickets as required by the unit.

Work Environment & Health Requirements

• Outdoor Footprint: This position demands high physical endurance, operating extensively outdoors in regional Pilbara weather conditions, involving manual labor, machinery vibration, and prolonged standing.
• Vetting & Eligibility: This is strictly a **Residential** position requiring candidates to currently reside locally within Newman. Standard professional reference checks, right-to-work verifications, and potentially low-risk physical or medical screenings form part of the compliance process.

Benefits

• Secure, permanent municipal employment offering an exceptional regional base salary scaling up to $82,045 per annum.
• Substantial **Living Allowance up to $15,000 per annum** paid to offset regional living costs.
• Excellent wealth building via a premier **employer superannuation contribution of up to 22%** (contingent upon standard matching frameworks).
• Outstanding facility perks, including a **50% discount on Shire-managed services and recreation venues**.
• Comprehensive employee support frameworks featuring a dedicated **Uniform Allowance**, Paid Parental Leave structures, and full access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Early eligibility structures to access accrued Long Service Leave provisions.

Important Applicant Information

• Locality Restriction: This position is specifically designated for local Newman residents.
• Application Methodology: Candidates must submit a thoroughly up-to-date professional resume and a concise cover letter addressing the essential criteria in no more than 3 pages total.
• Hiring Discretion: The Shire explicitly reserves the right to close the pipeline and appoint an ideal candidate prior to the official closing date. Canvassing of Councilors or Selection Panel Members is strictly prohibited and results in immediate disqualification.
• Please note: The employer has not indicated that offshore international visa sponsorship is accessible for this placement.

Required Application Documents:

• A current professional resume detailing your outdoor labor history, machinery experience, reference contacts, and current residential address.
• A maximum 3-page cover letter detailing how you satisfy the essential criteria, focusing on your equipment capability, safety commitment, and team skills.
• Clear digital copies of your Western Australian Class C Driver's Licence along with any valid machinery competency tickets or safety white cards currently held.

Eligible applicants include:

• Australian citizens residing in Newman
• Permanent Residents (PR) residing in Newman
• New Zealand citizens residing in Newman
• Subclass 485 / 491 / 191 visa holders holding full, unrestricted domestic working privileges and living locally in Newman, Western Australia.

About The Employer

The Shire of East Pilbara stands as a massive, progressive local government authority—geographically recognized as the largest shire in Western Australia. Dedicated to driving community vitality across remote townsites like Newman, Marble Bar, and Nullagine, the Shire places inclusive civic service at the core of its operations. By championing a workplace culture rooted in safety, passion, and skill progression, the Shire maintains beautiful public assets while offering robust, stable career pathways for regional individuals who take pride in their local communities.

Applicant Safety Reminder

• Verify that your local residential status is clear and that your West Australian driving privileges are active before initiating your submission.
• Never submit upfront processing fees, background verification charges, or administrative deposits to any corporate recruitment portal.
• Refrain from attaching highly sensitive personal financial documents, banking data, or tax file numbers during the first-round application phase.
• Ensure all files are securely uploaded via the Shire's official portal or emailed directly to the People and Culture Team at recruitment@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au.

Original Source: Shire of East Pilbara Recruitment Portal — Job Reference: Parks and Gardens Crew - Newman (Pos # 351)