Casual Outdoor Worker

Applications closing on 16 September 2026, 12:00 PM

Reference number

24-56

Job Type

Casual

Package

Band 3, casual


Casual
Band 3, $38.66 per hour (incl. casual loading) + Super

Closing date: +am on Monday 16 September 2026


Mount Alexander Shire is known for its local food and wine, for a vibrant arts community and breathtaking natural surrounds.

Perfectly located in Central Victoria, around 30 minutes from Bendigo by car or rail, and with Melbourne only +0 minutes away, you’ll enjoy a balanced lifestyle with great services, schools and homes in townships like Castlemaine and Maldon.

The role

We are seeking people willing to be available for casual work across our Works, Parks and Gardens and Transfer Station teams on an as needed basis.

The duties may vary dependent on demand, but generally will include:

Safe and competent operation of a variety of vehicles, plant and equipment
Manual labouring tasks
Undertaking safety checks and maintaining equipment in a clean, safe and serviceable condition
Completion of timesheets, checklists, SWMS and other documentation as required
Please note our Castlemaine Transfer Station operates 7 days per week, so weekend work may arise from time to time.

Our ideal candidate

To be successful in this role you will have:

relevant experience and qualifications relating to civil construction, horticulture or similar
Ability to work individually or as part of a team
Proficient in the safe operation of plant and equipment, and knowledge of safe work practices
Basic administrative and communication skills
Benefits

Wellbeing initiatives and a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Cross-skilling and professional development opportunities
Visit the Why work with us page on our website for more benefits.

Contact

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact Michael Scott, Waste Management Officer, on (03) 5471 1836.

How to apply

Visit our website and review the Information for applicants, then apply via our Current Vacancies page.

Please ensure your application includes:

A cover letter, telling us why you are the best person for the position
A copy of your current resume
Additional information

Mount Alexander Shire Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to child safety with zero tolerance for child abuse. We value a diverse workforce and encourage applicants from all cultures, ****** orientations, gender identities and backgrounds.

Applicants can expect that the recruitment process will include interviewing, reference checks and criminal history checks. Some positions will also be required to provide a Working with Children Check, and medical assessments including drug and alcohol testing may be undertaken.

For more information on the recruitment process, please download the Candidate information document from our website.