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Trainee Mountain Bike Trails Maintenance Officer

Our Council

Job type: Full time
Career level: Not Applicable
Application close date: 30 Nov 2026 4-00 pm

Job Contact

People and Culture Team


Position Information

Are you passionate about mountain biking, enjoy being outdoors and keen to develop practical skills while starting a career in local government?

Kentish and Latrobe Councils are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic person to join our team as a Trainee Mountain Bike Trails Maintenance Officer. This is a shared position between the two Councils, providing a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, learn from experienced staff and contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the Wild Mersey mountain bike trail network across both municipalities.

This traineeship is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to kick-start their career in local government, outdoor maintenance or landscaping, while working towards a nationally recognised Certificate III in Landscape Construction. No previous experience in trail maintenance is necessary, just a willingness to learn, a positive attitude and an interest in working outdoors.

Under the guidance and supervision of experienced team members, you will assist with a range of practical maintenance and improvement activities across Council’s mountain bike trails and associated infrastructure. Tasks will include, but are not limited to, vegetation trimming, trail repairs and grooming, signage maintenance, weed management, drainage works, assisting with trail construction and improvements. You will also participate in workplace training, develop your practical skills and contribute to ensuring Council’s trails remain safe, accessible and enjoyable for the community and visitors.

About Us

The Latrobe and Kentish Councils are located adjacent to each other in the North-West of Tasmania and cover an area from the coastal beaches of Port Sorell to the highland regions of Mount Roland and Cradle Mountain.

Latrobe and Kentish Councils value collaboration and partnerships both within and outside their municipalities. As part of their business model, the Councils have entered into a resource-sharing arrangement. This allows both Councils to deliver services and outcomes for their respective communities to gain benefits that may have been otherwise unattainable.

Since the inception of the resource sharing arrangements in 2010, the number of resources shared has steadily grown and the two Councils now operate as one organisation with each Council retaining their respective elected representatives.

Why Work with Us?

At Kentish and Latrobe Councils, we are committed to creating a supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where our people can thrive.  In addition to meaningful work that supports our communities, employees enjoy a range of benefits, including:

  • Workplace Flexibility – A range of workplace flexibility options are available, including rostered days off and remote working opportunities where operationally appropriate.
  • Attractive Superannuation – Council contributes the statutory superannuation guarantee plus matches 50% of an employee's voluntary superannuation contributions, up to a maximum Council contribution of 4% of salary, providing employer contributions of up to 16%.
  • Purchased Annual Leave – Additional annual leave may be purchased, providing employees with greater flexibility and the opportunity to take extended periods of leave.
  • Additional Christmas and New Year Leave – Employees receive three additional paid leave days during the Christmas and New Year closure period.
  • Paid Parental Leave – Eligible employees have access to 12 weeks of paid parental leave, available to either parent.
  • Uniform Provision – Eligible employees receive a Council uniform allocation to support a professional and consistent appearance when representing Council.
  • Health and Wellbeing – Eligible employees can access reimbursement of up to $150 per calendar year for approved health checks.
  • Learning and Development – Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities are available to support career growth and skill development.
  • Diverse Career Opportunities – Working across two progressive Councils provides exposure to a broad range of projects, services and experiences, offering a varied and rewarding local government work.

More Information and How to Apply

Applications must be submitted on either the Kentish Council or Latrobe Council website:

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical including a drug and alcohol screen and complete a national police and working right check.

Please note: We reserve the right to interview applicants before the closing date and to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Late Applications will not be accepted.

Closing Date: Monday 30 November 2026 at 4pm

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