Play a meaningful role in enhancing local communities and public spaces Join a supportive team that values collaboration, safety and quality work Enjoy a diverse role with varied tasks and outdoor work environments Opportunity to build and expand your practical skills across a wide range of maintenance activities Full time, $70,022 - $75,467 + Super About Us   As one of Victoria’s fastest‑growing municipalities, Cardinia Shire Council is an innovative and community‑focused organisation committed to delivering high‑quality services for our residents. We’re driven by curiosity, continuous improvement, and a genuine passion for creating a thriving, connected, and sustainable place to live and work. We’re invested in our people and champion a culture where diverse perspectives are valued, learning is encouraged, and your contribution has real impact. If you’re motivated, community‑minded, and looking to build a meaningful career in local government, you’ll find opportunity and purpose here at Cardinia About the opportunity – This is a hands-on, community-focused role where you’ll play a vital part in maintaining and enhancing the appearance, safety, and functionality of Council’s open spaces and townships. As a Township Maintenance Officer, you will directly contribute to creating clean, enjoyable environments that residents and visitors can take pride in. If you enjoy practical work, variety in your day, and making a visible difference in your community, this is an exciting opportunity to do just that. You will make an impact by Maintaining open spaces and township areas to ensure safe, clean, and well-presented community environments Delivering minor construction works including concreting, welding, woodworking, signage, and playground component repairs Conducting routine inspections and maintenance of assets such as playgrounds, park furniture, bridges, and public spaces Performing general maintenance tasks including litter removal, cleansing, graffiti removal, and labouring duties Safely operating and maintaining a range of plant and equipment to support maintenance and construction activities What you will bring Demonstrated experience in maintenance, construction or a similar outdoor role Practical skills across general repairs, minor construction, and use of hand and power tools Ability to safely operate plant and equipment such as tractors, skid steers, hot washers and other machinery Strong commitment to workplace safety and adherence to safe work practices Physical capability to perform manual tasks including lifting, carrying, digging, and raking Proven ability to inspect, identify, and respond to maintenance needs across a diverse range of assets A proactive, reliable approach with strong teamwork and time management skills Why work with us  Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.  Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.  A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.  A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.  To apply  Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.  Applications close, 7th July 2026 For further information regarding the role Jok Smith, Team Leader Township Maintenance on 03 5943 4723 or refer to the position description.  Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.  All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check. You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.  Position Description AUD Pakenham 3810

Township Maintenance Officer

Play a meaningful role in enhancing local communities and public spaces
Join a supportive team that values collaboration, safety and quality work
Enjoy a diverse role with varied tasks and outdoor work environments
Opportunity to build and expand your practical skills across a wide range of maintenance activities
Full time, $70,022 - $75,467 + Super

About Us  

As one of Victoria’s fastest‑growing municipalities, Cardinia Shire Council is an innovative and community‑focused organisation committed to delivering high‑quality services for our residents. We’re driven by curiosity, continuous improvement, and a genuine passion for creating a thriving, connected, and sustainable place to live and work.

We’re invested in our people and champion a culture where diverse perspectives are valued, learning is encouraged, and your contribution has real impact. If you’re motivated, community‑minded, and looking to build a meaningful career in local government, you’ll find opportunity and purpose here at Cardinia

About the opportunity – This is a hands-on, community-focused role where you’ll play a vital part in maintaining and enhancing the appearance, safety, and functionality of Council’s open spaces and townships. As a Township Maintenance Officer, you will directly contribute to creating clean, enjoyable environments that residents and visitors can take pride in. If you enjoy practical work, variety in your day, and making a visible difference in your community, this is an exciting opportunity to do just that.

You will make an impact by

Maintaining open spaces and township areas to ensure safe, clean, and well-presented community environments
Delivering minor construction works including concreting, welding, woodworking, signage, and playground component repairs
Conducting routine inspections and maintenance of assets such as playgrounds, park furniture, bridges, and public spaces
Performing general maintenance tasks including litter removal, cleansing, graffiti removal, and labouring duties
Safely operating and maintaining a range of plant and equipment to support maintenance and construction activities

What you will bring

Demonstrated experience in maintenance, construction or a similar outdoor role
Practical skills across general repairs, minor construction, and use of hand and power tools
Ability to safely operate plant and equipment such as tractors, skid steers, hot washers and other machinery
Strong commitment to workplace safety and adherence to safe work practices
Physical capability to perform manual tasks including lifting, carrying, digging, and raking
Proven ability to inspect, identify, and respond to maintenance needs across a diverse range of assets
A proactive, reliable approach with strong teamwork and time management skills

Why work with us 

Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community. 
Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives. 
A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community. 
A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being. 
Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.

To apply 

Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role. 
Applications close, 7th July 2026
For further information regarding the role Jok Smith, Team Leader Township Maintenance on 03 5943 4723 or refer to the position description.

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624. 

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role. 

Position Description

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Township Maintenance Officer

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