Working with Hilltops Council
Why work with us? It’s ‘more than just a job’
Hilltops Council provides a highly rewarding opportunity to build a career, contribute to your community and gain skills and experience that will carry you forward for the rest of your life. There are many different paths to take on your career journey with local government, and joining our Council is a great way to take your first step or extend your career.
We offer many and varied opportunities and encourage you to bookmark this page and check-back regularly to see what opportunities we have on offer.
Current Vacancies (click below to open)
Construction Grading Crew Member (Young)
Construction Grading Crew Member
(Young)
(Permanent, full-time – 76 hours per nine-day fortnight)
- Excellent skilled plant operation opportunity to build your career in Civil Operations, based out of our Young Works Depot.
- Remuneration up to $71k p.a. + 12% Superannuation + Adverse Working Conditions Allowance, with other benefits & entitlements under the Local Government State Award.
- Excellent learning & development opportunities, health & wellbeing initiatives and opportunity for career progression available across Council.
As a Construction Grading Crew Member, you will work as part of a small, mobile grading crew on a range of road and other civil infrastructure construction projects. This is a highly diverse role that will provide you with skills to be able to operate a multitude of plant and expose you to a number of pathways for career advancement.
Applicants with experience in watercarts, rollers or graders will be highly regarded. Successful applicants can expect to work reasonable overtime on occasion, and be on a rotating on-call roster for emergency response (overtime rates/shift penalties/on-call allowances would be applicable).
This is your chance to join a friendly, supportive and hard-working Operations team and be rewarded while contributing directly to the civil infrastructure across the Hilltops region.
Applications
Please refer to the attached position description & application form for details. If you require further details about the position, please contact Paul Muller, Manager Operations on 1300 445 586.
Applications will remain open indefinitely and assessed on an ongoing basis – early applications are encouraged from interested candidates.
When applying please email a completed application form, a cover letter/email and ideally, your résumé to careers@hilltops.nsw.gov.au, addressing applications to Paul Muller, Manager Operations.
Application forms are mandatory, or if you cannot complete the application form – you must address each selection criteria from the position description in your email.
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Heavy Combination (HC) Plant Operations Crew Members
Heavy Combination (HC) Plant Operations Crew Members
1 x Boorowa, 1 x Harden and 1 x Young
(Permanent, full-time – 76 hours per nine-day fortnight)
- Excellent role for a highly skilled HC plant operator working from our Young, Boorowa or Harden depots.
- Remuneration circa $68k – $76k p.a. + 12% Superannuation + Adverse Working Conditions Allowance.
- Great employee benefits including regular wellbeing initiatives, Fitness Passport, annual flu vaccinations, salary packaging and generous leave provisions under the Local Government State Award.
HC Plant Operations Crew Members contribute to the operational needs of Council by undertaking construction and maintenance of Council roads and infrastructure across all of Hilltops. In this role you will be predominately driving heavy articulated trucks (HC – either floats or trucks & dogs) and operating other heavy plant and machinery, generally from our Young depot.
This role is ideal for knowledgeable, competent HC drivers with experience in generalist heavy plant operation (e.g. backhoes, excavators, front-end loaders), and those with more specialised plant experience such as grader operations.
As this role may also provide support by undertaking skilled labouring duties and working overtime/after-hours work, you will have good physical fitness and be willing to participate in an on-call roster (allowance provided per Award).
Applications
Please refer to the attached position description & application form for details. If you require further details about the position, please contact Paul Muller, Manager Operations on 1300 445 586.
Applications will remain open indefinitely and assessed on an ongoing basis – early applications are encouraged from interested candidates.
When applying please email a completed application form, a cover letter/email and ideally, your résumé to careers@hilltops.nsw.gov.au, addressing applications to Paul Muller, Manager Operations.
Application forms are mandatory, or if you cannot complete the application form – you must address each selection criteria in your email.
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Casual Swim Teachers
Casual Swim Teacher
2026/27 Swimming Season
Hilltops Council Leisure Centres
- Rates between $31.00 – $34.35 p/h + 25% casual loading + 12% superannuation.
- Great opportunity for qualified and skilled individuals looking to contribute to their local communities by delivering swimming lessons to our broad and diverse community
Our swim teacher roles are ideal opportunities for passionate individuals who enjoy working with people and making a positive difference through water safety education and swimmer development.
The role provides valuable experience in teaching and coaching, customer service, communication and teamwork. You will support participants to build confidence, develop swimming skills and achieve their individual learning goals in a safe and inclusive environment.
Expressions of Interest
Please refer to the attached Engagement Description and complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) application form and submit (along with a valid identification – birth certificate/passport and copies of relevant qualifications) to careers@hilltops.nsw.gov.au.
EOIs will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so submit your EOI at your earliest convenience.
Please address your emailed application to Daniel Davis, Group Manager Corporate Services. For further details regarding this opportunity, please contact Rachel Wilson, Regional Pool Coordinator on 1300 445 586.
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Casual Junior Pool Kiosk Attendants
Casual Junior Pool Kiosk Attendants
2026 – 2027 Swimming Season
Boorowa, Harden, Jugiong & Young Leisure Centres
- Rates between $13.19 – $25.94 p/h + 25% casual loading + 12% superannuation.
- Excellent opportunity for suitable individuals looking to contribute to their local communities by providing customer service and support to patrons of our leisure centres.
Our kiosk attendant roles are great opportunities for juniors or other individuals who may be looking for an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a rewarding, hands-on work environment.
Expressions of Interest
Please refer to the attached Engagement Description and complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) application form and submit (along with a valid identification showing you’re over 14 – birth certificate/passport) to careers@hilltops.nsw.gov.au.
EOIs will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so submit your EOI at your earliest convenience.
Please address your emailed application to Daniel Davis, Group Manager Corporate Services. For further details regarding this opportunity, please contact Rachel Wilson, Regional Pool Coordinator on 1300 445 586.
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Casual Pool Lifeguards
Casual Pool Lifeguards
2026 – 2027 Swimming Season
Boorowa, Harden, Jugiong & Young Leisure Centres
- Rates between$27.63 – $30.51 p/h + 25% casual loading + allowances + 12% Superannuation.
- Excellent opportunity for suitable individuals looking to contribute to their local communities by providing customer service and lifeguarding duties to all patrons at our leisure centres.
Our lifeguards are responsible for providing a safe, welcoming and enjoyable aquatic environment by actively supervising patrons, responding to emergencies, delivering high-quality customer service and supporting the day-to-day operations of Council’s leisure centres.
Through their actions and diligence, they provide a valuable service to Hilltops communities. These roles are ideal for those looking for an opportunity for short-term work in a very rewarding, hands-on work environment, or those looking to work in the aquatic industry.
Expressions of Interest
Please refer to the attached Engagement Description and complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) application form and submit (along with a valid identification showing you’re over 16 – drivers licence or other photo ID) to careers@hilltops.nsw.gov.au.
EOIs will remain open throughout the season, and reviewed on an ongoing basis, so submit your EOI at your earliest convenience.
Please address your emailed application to Daniel Davis, Group Manager Corporate Services. For further details regarding this opportunity, please contact Rachel Wilson, Regional Pool Coordinator on 1300 445 586.
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Casual Pool Supervisors
Casual Pool Supervisors
2026 – 2027 Swimming Season
Boorowa, Harden, Jugiong & Young Leisure Centres
- Rate $36.94 – $40.92 p/h + 25% casual loading + allowances +12% superannuation.
- Join a supportive team where safety, service and community come first.
- Lead and inspire others while helping to create a safe and enjoyable environment for all.
The Pool Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient and customer-focused operation of Council’s leisure centres during allocated shifts.
The role provides leadership and supervision to Lifeguards, Kiosk Attendants and Swim Teachers, ensuring high standards of safety, customer service, facility presentation, legislative compliance and team performance while supporting the day-to-day operation of the leisure centre.
Expressions of Interest
Please refer to the attached Engagement Description and complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) application form and submit (along with a copy of your driver’s licence or other photo ID and relevant qualifications) to careers@hilltops.nsw.gov.au.
EOIs will remain open throughout the season, and reviewed on an ongoing basis, so submit your EOI at your earliest convenience.
Please address your emailed application to Daniel Davis, Group Manager Corporate Services. For further details regarding this opportunity, please contact Rachel Wilson, Regional Pool Coordinator on 1300 445 586.
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Our Purpose
We are part of the community we serve
Service to our Community is central to all that we do, and Council has recently undertaken a review of its organisational values, and we are promoting these throughout our organisation. Our collective staff values are Safety, Trust, Accountability and Respect – STAR
As staff, we strive to integrate these values into all aspects of our work, and we are seeking candidates who also embody these values.
Veterans Employment
Council supports the NSW State Government’s Veterans Employment Program. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our council and welcome applications from veterans for any of our vacancies. We encourage veterans to request specific application feedback, and we are able to provide support or refer veterans to the NSW Veterans Employment Program for further support with applications and interview techniques.
See below links for more information:
NSW Local Government Rank 2 Grade Guide
Equal Opportunity statement
Hilltops Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to building a welcoming and supportive workplace culture. We encourage applications from those of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, people with disabilities and those from diverse backgrounds and demographics.
General instructions for applying
Council recruits using merit-based selection, and we require candidates to demonstrate how they satisfy their eligibility for a vacancy by addressing selection criteria, which are indicated within the relevant application form.
Unless indicated otherwise in the advertisement, to be considered for a role with Hilltops Council, your application will require submission of an application form, which describes your claims to preferred criteria for the vacancy, which are derived from the position description.
Application forms are found on the relevant vacancy’s landing page and should be emailed to careers@hilltops.nsw.gov.au. If you cannot complete the application form due to technical issues, please instead respond to the selection criteria in your email. You should provide a cover letter or email detailing your personal details, your motivation for applying and a bit of information about yourself.
The application is just the first part of our selection process, and merit will be determined over time, using several metrics to determine suitability.
Generally, a copy of your résumé is considered optional, but including one is highly recommended. Think of your résumé as a tool to connect the broader context of your previous experience with your application.
A good rule for your application is that it should stand on its own merit, and you should be clear in your application how you meet relevant criteria.
Once advertising closes, a selection panel collectively assess all applications and agree on a candidate shortlist, and interviews are conducted with shortlisted candidate(s).
Not all meritorious candidates may be interviewed if there are many applicants that are suitable, making it essential that your responses set your application apart from others.
Responding to selection criteria (with examples)
Simply answering yes or no to a question will not allow for the selection panel to determine your merit, so a bit of detail is the best way to demonstrate that you meet the criteria, although we do not expect you to write extensively.
Using the STAR principle (Situation, Task, Action, Result) is a good way of demonstrating your suitability for selection criteria. For an example, look at the following 2 criteria:
- Certificate III in Civil Construction or equivalent relevant experience.
- Previous experience of 1 or more years working in a civil construction or parks and gardens setting.
| Strong answer | Weak answer |
| Question 1) | |
| I obtained my Civil Construction (Plant Operations) Certificate III in 2020 through TAFE NSW and have attached the transcript and certificate. | Yes (no transcript or certificate attached) |
| Question 2) | |
|
I worked for Hilltops Council from 2020 – 2024 as Crew Member in the Open Spaces team. During this time, I undertook tasks involving the building and maintenance of parks and gardens within the Young, Harden & Boorowa region. I also completed line-marking for sports ovals during the sporting season and installed irrigation equipment under direction throughout various parks in the area. I learned a great deal during this time and completed several informal and formal courses during my time that helped upskill me as a Crew Member. |
Yes, I worked with Council from 2020 – 2024. |
Eligibility for employment
To be eligible for employment with Council, you must be willing to:
- provide 2 (minimum) professional referees who will vouch for your previous experience and performance in work/study, and
- demonstrate rights to work in Australia (birth certificate/visa/passport), and
- consent to undertake relevant pre-employment checks (medical checks, probity/police checks, reference checks).
Some roles may also require that you satisfy a working with children check, that you hold and maintain a suitable driver’s licence, or hold other forms of licencing such as high-risk work licences. Please include scanned or photographed copies of these and/or details of these with your email.
General applications or résumés submitted without a vacancy
While Council does accept résumés submitted without a corresponding vacancy and retain these on file, they are generally not followed up with applicants.
Instead of submitting your résumé via email or ‘over the counter’ at one of our offices, please check the website regularly for vacancies and apply directly for a vacancy.
Use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the application process
Council accepts that generative AI such as ChatGPT, Grok, Gemini and others are widely used. However, Council strongly discourages candidates from using these tools to write their applications.
We have means available to us which help identify when AI has been used, and if there are reasonable grounds for the selection panel to believe this has been used to create a candidate’s application, it is noted and further follow-up with candidates may be undertaken.
A broad, generalised answer and lack of relevant information, either in support of the selection criteria or about yourself undermines the merit of your answers. We would much prefer to read answers that are written by yourself that relate to what you’ve achieved, rather than generated by prompts that do not help us get to know what you are capable of.
Local Government Information Statement & Award
Council employees who are employed under the Local Government (State) Award, have entitlements and protections at work in accordance with both the Award and relevant industrial legislation (including the Local Government Act 1993 and Industrial Relations Act 1996). To download a copy of the Local Government (State) Award click here
For more information, click here to download a copy of the Local Government Information Statement prepared in collaboration with relevant unions and Local Government NSW.
For employees new to NSW Local Government, aside from a great workplace and the benefits mentioned above, there are many additional benefits available that you may not be aware of. The local government unions (United Services Union, Development & Environmental Professionals’ Association, Local Government Engineers Association) and the employer body, Local Government NSW, have developed a short induction video for new staff which can be found here.