Warburton MTB trail maintenance

YARRA RANGES COUNCIL

About the role

As a Trail Maintenance Officer at Yarra Ranges Council, you will play a hands-on role in maintaining and enhancing the Warburton Bike Park trails, ensuring they remain safe, enjoyable, and in top condition for riders of all levels. You’ll carry out routine maintenance, inspections, repairs, and improvements to trails and infrastructure as well as supporting the bike park shuttle and patrol operations. If you have a passion for mountain biking, outdoor work, and delivering an exceptional visitor experience, this is your chance to make a lasting impact!

There are 2x full-time permanent positions available (each role is 38 hours per

week).

This is a Band 3 role with a salary range between $68,589 and $71,344 per annum, plus superannuation.

The positions will be part of a weekend roster, with support of work-life balance with a fortnightly or monthly rostered day off.

Experience and skills we’re looking for

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A passion for mountain biking or trail maintenance,

• Ability to work seamlessly with diverse teams, contractors, and customers to

ensure smooth, coordinated operations.

• Exceptional customer service skills, resolving issues with empathy and clear

guidance to deliver outstanding stakeholder experiences.

• Proficiency in operating, inspecting, and maintaining trail equipment while

upholding the highest safety and quality standards.

• A strong commitment to adhering to OH&S and environmental regulations for

safe work practices and effective risk management.

• A proactive mindset to anticipate challenges and take immediate action to

optimize processes and enhance efficiency.

• Technical expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and operating specialized trail

tools and machinery

If you have some but not all these skills or experience, we still encourage you to apply. We value candidates with the right attitude and a willingness to learn!

How to apply

Please ensure you submit your application via our jobs portal by clicking ‘Apply’. Include a resume and cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, tell us about your experience, skills, and why you would like to work with us here at Yarra Ranges Council.

Applications close 11.59pm, Wednesday 26 November 2025.

Contact person: Angus McLarty, Warburton Mountain Bike Destination - Trail Maintenance Supervisor, (03) 9294 6234

If you need support with your application or have accessibility needs, please call the contact person above or email us at careers@yarraranges.vic.gov.au. Applicants who progress past the interview stage must complete pre-employment checks. These checks will include a Police Check, plus a Working with Children Check and Medical Check.

About Yarra Ranges Council

Yarra Ranges Council committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We encourage people of all genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities to apply for jobs with us. We support flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options to meet your needs and suit your life.

Yarra Ranges Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in our community. We are committed to protecting children from abuse in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards.