Reserves Response Officer

 Job Task Analysis - Open Space Crew

 Physical Health Assessment - Open Space Crew & Open Space Crew Leader

• Supportive, team‑focused culture
• Great employee benefits
• Opportunities for learning, development, and career growth
• Full‑time, permanent role
• $71,261 – $75,680 per year (depending on experience) plus superannuation
• Located at our Dingley Village Depot

Join a team that values care, collaboration, and community impact.

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in creating welcoming, safe, and beautiful parks and open spaces for everyone in Kingston. If you enjoy hands‑on work, being outdoors, and contributing to a supportive team environment, this could be a great fit for you.

About the opportunity

As a Reserves Response Officer, you’ll play an important role in maintaining Kingston’s parks, reserves, and public open spaces. Your work helps create safe, clean, and enjoyable environments for families, children, and the wider community.

This role is hands‑on, varied, and supported by a friendly team who will help you build confidence with tools, equipment, and systems — whether you’re experienced or looking to grow your skills.

What you’ll do

• Carry out routine and responsive maintenance such as mowing, litter collection, graffiti removal, painting, and general landscaping
• Assist with repairs and installation of park furniture, gates, bins, and recreation equipment
• Support inspections, small projects, and asset condition assessments
• Use Council’s IT systems to record and report maintenance activities

What you’ll bring

We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds. You may have a Trade Certificate, or you may have gained practical experience through hands‑on work in areas like gardening, landscaping, construction, sports turf, or general maintenance.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is comfortable learning to use hand tools, power tools, and machinery (training provided)
• Holds a valid Victorian driver’s licence (manual MR preferred but not essential)
• Has or is willing to obtain a Working with Children Check
• Enjoys working in a team and communicating with others
• Takes pride in contributing to community wellbeing

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application

How to Apply

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal.  Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and why this role interests you. Applications must be submitted online through our careers portal.

Enquiries

For any enquiries about the position, please contact Carolyn Bell, Reserves Coordinator, at Carolyn.Bell@kingston.vic.gov.au 

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au

Why Kingston?

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us.

• Learning and development programs
• Accrued day off every four weeks (full‑time employees)
• Career development pathways
• Study assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for all parents
• Employee Assistance Program
• Social club events

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.