Modern, dynamic and contemporary working environmentOngoing opportunity-Level 5 ($85,534.87 - $88,208.48 + Super)Six weeks annual leave! Plus a wide range of employee benefits! Ab out us Our council presents an exciting opportunity for people seeking a dynamic, progressive and fast-paced organisation.
We have developed a positive workplace culture where collaboration and personal development are core components.
Ours is a genuine commitment to making a tangible impact on the community through a role offering both purpose and stability.
Invest in your own professional and personal growth and be a real contributor to the experience of the Palmerston community.
There is a sense of pride in the work we do and what we can achieve together for the people of Palmerston.
Coming together with like-minded people is energising and engaging – you know when you apply yourself you can make a difference that matters.
We see investing in our people as an investment in our community.
Our Commitment to You and Our Customers At CoP we value
Teamwork Commitment and Accountability Sustainability and Self-Sufficiency Quality Resources A culture of Continuous improvement In addition to our focus on culture, values, and behaviours, we embed our Customer Service Charter in everything we do both internally and externally. The pillars of our Customer Service Charter are:
Make it easy for customer Perform with pride Listen, learn and act Evaluate and improve About the opportunity The Open Space Officer positively contributes to the management of City of Palmerston's parks, playgrounds, and reserves, to deliver well-maintained, safe and functional community spaces.
Reporting to the Open Space Lead, you will use your horticultural or related skills to develop and implement programs and activities through contractor coordination and the provision of high-level customer service.
This role includes, but is not limited to, the following key activities;
Grounds maintenance (mowing) contractor supervision Landscaping maintenance (open space vegetation and playgrounds) contractor supervision Minor capital works ( Customer enquiry response and proactive engagement About You Trade qualification or higher in Horticulture or related discipline Demonstrated experience in public open space management. Experience in the engagement, coordination and supervision of contractors. Sound understanding of Occupational Health and Safety procedure and practice. Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders including residents, community groups, contractors, and other internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated persuasive communication skills with the ability to resolve complex issues. Effective written skills, including report writing, contract documentation and correspondence. Intermediate level of competency in the use of Microsoft Office suite including spread sheets What we can offer you:
A great team environment and culture Generous leave entitlements including six weeks annual leave Generous training and professional development opportunities Excellent Remuneration with annual salary increases At City of Palmerston we embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
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