Council Maintenance Worker Courses
A Council Maintenance Worker maintains council facilities, trims trees, mows grass, collects rubbish, and reports defects, working outdoors in various weather conditions.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Council Maintenance Worker
Get qualified to work as a Council Maintenance Worker with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
LGA30120
The LGA30120 Certificate III in Local Government is a pathway to a career with Council in either business support or outdoor maintenance. This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the performance protocols expected of every Council worker including workplace safety, communication, and customer service. You’ll then gain technical skills that support your career interests: (business support) producing business documents, designing spreadsheets, maintaining records, OR (outdoor maintenance) ...
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AHCPGD311
The AHCPGD311 Conduct Operational Inspection of Park Facilities course provides expertise in operational-level park inspections, suitable for individuals responsible for regular checks of park facilities as part of their core duties. This unit covers identifying hazards, risks, and non-conformities with Australian Standards and workplace health and safety requirements. It is designed for those who conduct inspections under supervision, taking responsibility for their work and ensuring quality outcomes.
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AHC20520
Duration
12 months - 15 months
The AHC20520 Certificate II in Arboriculture is an 18 week course that prepares you for tree lopping, transfer and removal work. It’s a nationally recognised qualification delivered via a mix of face-to-face practical sessions and online modules. You’ll learn how to use a range of powered saws and hand tools, plus work safely near electrical lines. The course covers: falling trees manually, pruning, trimming and cutting felled trees. You’ll also be qualified to work on a construction site.
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12 months - 15 months
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PUAFER008
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
The nationally recognised PUAFER008 - Confine small emergencies in a facility is a critical component of Fire Warden training in Australia. This short course will teach you how to prepare for emergencies and deal with small fires or chemical spills. The course covers: correctly identifying different types of fire extinguishers, operating basic fire fighting equipment, wearing PPE, safely using a chemical spill kit, responding to a vehicle accident where there has been no significant injuries, completing f...
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How much does a Council Maintenance Worker earn?
In Australia, a full time Council Maintenance Worker generally earns $1,350 per week ($70,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Council Maintenance Worker?
The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 86,800 people employed in this field in Australia, and many of them specialise as a Council Maintenance Worker. Council Maintenance Workers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Council Maintenance Worker?
If a career as a Council Maintenance Worker interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Local Government. This course covers a range of topics relevant to working in a council role, but allows you to specialise in subjects such as planting trees and shrubs, pruning, operating chainsaws, using chemicals to control pests and weeds, storing chemicals and traffic control.
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A Council Maintenance Worker conducts a range of duties on local government facilities. You might work in parks and gardens, on roadside areas or other council amenities. Council Maintenance Workers might trim and prune trees and shrubs, mow grass and keep natural areas tidy. You might collect rubbish, repair equipment and report any major defects.
Council Maintenance Workers should be flexible and able to carry out various tasks as required. You’ll need to enjoy working outdoors and be prepared to work in a range of weather conditions. Council Maintenance Workers must be able to work as part of a team and be able to communicate well. It’s important that you are physically fit and able to carry out manual labour tasks.
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