Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula.  We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.

Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!

About the position

Council’s Parks Horticulture Team is looking for a Parks Maintenance Officer who will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing parks, recreational reserves, conservation areas and high profile horticulture sites through the application of horticultural and lawn maintenance skills and the utilisation of specialist plant and equipment.

The main responsibilities will include: 

• Maintain turf, garden beds and landscaped areas through mowing, planting, pruning, weed control and vegetation management;
• Operate and maintain a range of horticultural and grounds maintenance equipment, including ride-on mowers, tractors, brushcutters, hedge trimmers and chainsaws;
• Undertake general park and reserve maintenance, including litter and graffiti removal, minor repairs and upkeep of recreational spaces; and
• Ensure reserves, playground surrounds, pathways and public open spaces are safe, clean and well presented.

This is a permanent full-time role working 38 hours per week under a 9-day fortnight arrangement, providing one rostered day off (RDO) each fortnight in accordance with the agreed roster.

About you
As the successful candidate you will have:

• Certificate III in Horticulture or demonstrated experience in parks, gardens, turf or open space maintenance;
• Sound knowledge of horticultural practices, including mowing, pruning, planting and weed control, with experience using horticultural tools and machinery;
• Commitment to workplace health and safety, with the ability to work safely, follow instructions and contribute effectively within a team environment;
• Reliable and proactive approach, with strong communication skills, a willingness to learn and pride in delivering high-quality work; and
• Current Victorian Driver Licence.

Benefits of working at Frankston City Council

Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:

• 38-hour week over a 9-day fortnight
• Rostered Day Off — full-time roles only
• Access to professional and career development opportunities
• Purchased leave
• Paid parental leave
• Paid Christmas shutdown leave
• Annual leave and personal leave entitlements
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• Varied outdoor and practical work
• Working as part of a supportive and experienced team
• Opportunity to develop horticultural, machinery and maintenance skills
• Job satisfaction from improving parks and open spaces used by the community
• Employee Assistance Program
• Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre

This position is a Band 3A currently remunerated at $ 69,665.28 per annum, plus superannuation. Overtime will also be paid as required.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Ally Atkins via email ally.atkins@frankston.vic.gov.au

The position description for this role can be found on the Frankston City Council Careers page. 

Applications close on Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 11:55pm. 

Culture at Frankston City Council

Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.

Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.

We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.  

Child Safety

Frankston City Council is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance for child abuse. Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe environment where all children are valued and protected from harm and abuse and will promote a whole of community approach to keeping children safe. 

At Frankston City Council, protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers.  Please refer to the Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy located on the Frankston City Council website on the Child Safety Page as this will be referred to in an interview. 

Pre-Employment Information

You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.