Permanent Full Time opportunity available with work/life balance (9 day fortnight)Certificate III in Horticulture with appropriate experience in managing on-ground operational crewsLGE 6 (S6LH) ($65,210 per annum + superannuation)Why Choose Us:Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.
Our organisation provides and maintains close to $9 billion worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment plants, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more.
We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.
Council's vision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle driven and innovation focused city while continuing to deliver service excellence and to be led by our community to create an exciting today and future.
Our Vision: A globally connected community driven by lifestyle and nature.
Our Purpose: Grow Townsville.
Our Values: Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value, Enjoyment.
About The Role:Working at the idyllic location of Anderson Gardens (one of Townsville's three Botanic Gardens), this role will provide field supervision for the delivery of weekly and daily horticultural works schedules across multiple maintenance works programs.
This role provides technical advice to operational staff on practical completion of maintenance activities and works closely with the Team Leaders and technical specialists to identify resource capability and capacity needs.
About You:Our ideal candidate will have:
Certificate III in Horticulture/Parks and Gardens or related fieldDemonstrated experience in the Horticulture/Parks Maintenance industry in a supervisory roleExcellent customer service skills with the ability to develop and maintain both internal and external work relationships.Sound problem solving skills with the ability to achieve creative, effective and efficient solutions to challenges and changes.Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD) essential.Current manual "C" class driver's licence (essential).Current unrestricted Queensland "MR" Class Licence (desirable)Traffic Management Implementation (TMI) certified under the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (Part 3 2016).Demonstrated experience with the use of Horticulture/Parks Maintenance equipment.First Aid/CPR/Emergency Life Support Certificate.Agricultural Chemical Distribution Certificate (ACDC) accreditation.Accredited Chainsaw ticket (Level 2).Extensive experience in general gardening duties.How To Apply:Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume and attached copies of any licences and qualifications as per the key requirements of the role.
For Further Information Review The Position Description.Closing Date: 11.45pm, Sunday 15 September 2024.
What We Offer:17.5% annual leave loadingUp to 5 weeks annual leaveUp to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave14 weeks paid Parental LeaveDomestic and Family Violence LeaveNatural Disaster LeaveUp to 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing membersSalary Sacrifice opportunitiesLearning and Development opportunitiesFitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilitiesEmployee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businessesEmployee Assistance ProgramWe are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact or phone for a confidential discussion.
Attachments:Various_Crew Leader Maintenance - Open Space_Updated_16072024_PD.pdf
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