Team Leader Parks

3 weeks ago

Rydalmere, Australia Parramatta City Council Full time

City of Parramatta has an exciting career opportunity for the right person to become part of our Parks and Open Space department in a leadership position. We are seeking experienced horticulturalists & greenkeepers to join our growing unit and lead maintenance teams to create the best parks and open spaces in Australia. All staff will have the opportunity to access training and support to assist with career development and growth

Joining our parks team means being a part of a dynamic and fulfilling workplace, where your contributions directly impact the overall experience of our community

On a daily basis you will:

- Carry out horticultural activities to ensure the City of Parramatta’s parks are presented to the highest standards.
- Make decisions and implement work practices in line with best practices of the Horticulture/Arboriculture/Greenkeeping, trade and industry.
- Undertake park and landscaping embellishment works to uplift key parks in our area.
- Mentor staff within the team and undertake on-the-job training for the team.
- Undertake the day-to-day management of staff and their assigned tasks.
- Adapt to changing priorities and undertake other tasks as directed, to assist other teams and operational areas, particularly in wet weather or other emergencies to meet community needs.

**About You**

The successful applicant will have previous experience in leading teams, particularly in the maintenance of Parks and Open Spaces. As the team leader you will be responsible for overseeing team operations, assigning tasks, planning of works, establishing goals, encouraging open communication and be able to distribute information amongst the team.

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum certificate Ill qualification in Horticulture, relevant to position/area of specialisation (arboriculture, horticulture, landscaping, nursery, and sports turf management).
- Hold a current NSW MR Driver's Licence
- Possession of a construction industry certificate ("White Card").
- Traffic Control Certificate (TCR, IMP)
- AQF Ill (AQF IV desirable)

**What’s on offer**:
We are offering an attractive weekly remuneration from $1,405 to $1,548 plus 11% Superannuation.

This position will attract allowances in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023, this could include the Adverse Working Conditions Level Allowance & First Aid Allowance

In addition, City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:

- Free parking onsite & free onsite gym
- 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Significant leave benefits (Rostered RDOs, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave including 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
- Learning and Development opportunities
- Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, Flu Shots)

**Want to know more?**

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.

**How to apply**

Applications close **9pm, Tuesday 30th April 2024 **and will not be accepted through any other medium.

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