Head of Planting

At Sevron, we take pride in being a market leader in Tree Planting and Maintenance services. We operate within local government sectors providing expert landscaping and horticultural maintenance solutions. Our focus on tree establishment, paired with innovative landscaping strategies, has driven significant growth. Today, Sevron actively services more than 20 councils across Metropolitan Melbourne planting 32,000 trees a year and maintaining 64,000.

What we are looking for

The role of Head of Planting and Maintenance is a fundamental position within the Sevron Team. Responsible for executing the day-to-day operations of the service delivery for tree planting and maintenance across multiple contracts throughout metropolitan Melbourne, this role requires an organised leader. Managing large-scale projects across multiple sites, you will be required to build strong client relationships and identify new business opportunities to expand our footprint in the industry.

Reporting to the Group General Manager – Planting Maintenance and Landscape, this role is responsible for:

• Managing the Regional Delivery Managers (RDM's) with their day-to-day operations. This includes the service delivery on tree planting and maintenance targets across multiple contracts throughout metropolitan Melbourne
• Building and nurture relationships with key clients and contacts ensuring the business delivers on its targets and accountabilities
• Directing outcomes through effective management of the RDM's, supported by the People & Culture Team
• Overseeing and managing the distribution of internal resources ensuring employee headcount is sufficient to complete required work
• Liaising with business stakeholders to understand tasks that need to be completed, deadlines and resource allocation
• Identifying scheduling risks and supply chain issues before they occur and come up with plans to minimise their occurrence
• Reporting on the progress / status of projects and communicate any delays with the Group General Manager – Planting Maintenance & Landscaping
• Continuously developing workforce capabilities and maintain a working environment conducive to high productivity
• Providing recommendations for relevant incentive programs to achieve stretch targets as well as mentoring and coaching to enhance capabilities to meet delivery needs
• Identifying training and succession planning needs for direct reports
• Analysing data and creating solutions for resource forecasting and identifying skill gaps
• Developing and implementing reporting tools and cadences to monitor operational & delivery outputs
• In conjunction with the Group General Manager – Planting Maintenance & Landscaping, over see departmental budgets for current and future projects
• Ensuring accurate forecasting and analysis to maintain cost effective operations

What you will bring

• Strong industry experience in a Management role
• The ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Qualifications in Business Management or Horticulture
• Stability as a leader and a strong sense of accountability for personal delivery of work
• Collaborative team approach demonstrating a strong and professional work ethic and commitment to deliver exceptional service

Why Work With Us?

• Work alongside a supportive team that values what you bring to the role
• Exposure to multiple businesses within a growing organisation
• A chance to truly make your mark and help shape our systems as we grow

How to apply

To apply, please click 'Apply now' and be part of our journey at Sevron (a part of Blended Services Group)

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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