▷ Immediate Start: Team Leader Parks and Gardens

14 hours ago

Colac, Australia Fitzroy Island Resort Full time

We are seeking an enthusiastic and suitably qualified/experienced People Leader to join our Services and Operations Department as Team Leader Parks and Gardens in a Permanent Full-Time capacity.

As a valued member of the Services and Operations Department and the Organisational leadership team, the successful applicant's objectives will be to:

- Lead the strategic planning, execution, and ongoing enhancement of Council-managed parks, gardens, sporting reserves, playgrounds, open spaces, and the Colac Botanic Gardens, ensuring they are well-maintained, safe and valued by the community.

- Manage asset maintenance programs, depot operations and relevant contracts, such as arborist services, electrical line clearance and fleet management, to ensure efficiency, compliance and service quality.

Key responsibilities include:

- Resource Management

- Works Administration

- Business Management

About You:

To support your success in this role you will have:

- Basic computer and written/oral communication skills.

- Demonstrate a respectful and positive attitude in all interactions with colleagues and members of the public.

- Have an OHS Construction Induction Card/White Card (or willing to obtain prior to commencement).

- Civil machinery tickets and experience would be advantageous.

- Current manual drivers licence with experience in HR truck operation essential.

Applications close: Wednesday 29 October 2025 at 11.59pm

For further information regarding the duties and requirements of the role, please refer to the position description.

Salary Information: $86,793.20 to $93,614.04 per annum plus superannuation.

For further information and how to apply:

- Information to be included with your application:

- Letter of application

- Current resume

- Key Selection Criteria Responses

If you have any questions relating to the position, please feel to contact Dave Thornburg, Manager Services and Operations on 03 5232 9400 for a confidential conversation.

Colac Otway Shire Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About Colac

Colac Otway Shire is widely regarded as one of the most picturesque municipalities in Victoria. It comprises spectacular coastal areas, rain-forested hinterlands, and beautiful vast open plains with native grasslands and wildflowers.

From the Great Ocean Road towns of Apollo Bay and Lavers Hill, to the beacon of the Cape Otway Lighthouse, the cascading waterfalls, nature trails and native wildlife, the lush tree ferns of the rainforests and tall timber of the Otway forest, Colac Otway has it all. Country living without compromise.

Colac Otway Shire Council is an amazing place to work. If you are passionate about delivering great customer service, working for a progressive and innovative council, and making a difference to your local community, browse the current vacancies below.

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