Water Truck Operator

Water Truck Operator

Part-time | Temporary role until 27 November 2026

• Based in Woolner
• Free parking!
• $32.4396 per hour

Kickstart your mornings with a hands-on role in Darwin's Parks & Reserves team—operate a brand-new water truck, care for vibrant public landscapes, and enjoy your afternoons free in this flexible, early-start position!

About the Opportunity:

This part-time role of 20 hours per week, working 4am to 8am Monday to Friday. You will be responsible for maintaining the health and appearance of public landscapes through the operation of a water truck, performing tasks like watering trees and gardens, monitoring tree and plant health, applying liquid fertiliser and conducting daily checks on equipment.

If you are successful - you will: -

• Operate a water truck to water mapped areas within specified timeframes and standards
• Perform hand watering, establishment watering and applying liquid fertiliser
• Monitor the health of trees and plants being watered, reporting any damage, pest and diseases
• Perform basic tree and plant maintenance, when necessary

About YOU:

• Demonstrated knowledge or interest in monitoring the health of trees and plants
• Demonstrated well developed written and oral communication skills
• Able to work independently as well as the ability to work as part of a team with strong customer service values

You will have:

• Certificate II in Horticulture or equivalent qualification and/or a minimum of two years relevant horticulture experience
• Demonstrated experience in operating a water truck
• Medium Rigid (MR) Licence
• General Construction Industry - White Card
• Be available for morning shifts, starting at 4.00am

Click APPLY! Please upload your CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

For further information regarding this opportunity please refer to the position description or contact Tracy Bignell, Executive Manager Operations on 0419 946 849 during standard working hours.

City of Darwin Talent Acquisition Team can be contacted via:

• Phone: (08) 8930 0526
• Email: recruitment@darwin.nt.gov.au
• Website: Employment at Council | City of Darwin Careers - Current Vacancies

The vacancy closes on 5PM on 30 April 2026.

We are looking forward to receiving your application if you are a direct applicant. Please note that we are not working with recruitment agencies for this position.

The City of Darwin is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply.

As part of Council's recruitment process, applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment assessments, such as a Medical Assessment, National Police Check and Psychometric Assessment.