Green Space Operations Leader

6 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Monash Council Full time

About the Role:

As a key member of our Landscape & Playspace team, you will be responsible for leading and managing daily operations to maintain high-quality open space assets within the municipality.

You will have ownership of ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and effectively, while also fostering a collaborative environment among team members. Your expertise in horticulture and leadership skills will be instrumental in driving project success.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders. A strong commitment to occupational health and safety, quality control processes, and customer satisfaction is essential.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and make a meaningful impact on the community. If you are passionate about horticulture, leadership, and delivering exceptional results, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and repair a range of landscape assets using sound horticultural practices.
  • Operate and perform minor maintenance on horticultural and landscape plant and equipment.
  • Ensure playgrounds are safe and well-maintained through regular inspections and repairs.
  • Foster effective working relationships with colleagues, contractors, and external stakeholders.
  • Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the OHS Act and relevant regulations.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of plans to enhance parklands and other open spaces.
  • Perform naturestrip reinstatements, timber fencing/bollard installations, and unsealed path maintenance/construction as required.

About You:

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A minimum Certificate III in Horticulture (Landscaping/Construction) or equivalent with demonstrated experience.
  • Excellent technical knowledge and skills in hard and soft landscape maintenance, equipment operation, and related areas.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
  • A commitment to occupational health and safety, quality control processes, and customer satisfaction.
  • A current manual Victorian drivers' license.
  • A Medium Rigid Truck license or willingness to obtain prior to commencement.
  • A Skid steer loader license or willingness to obtain within the first 3 months of employment.
  • Traffic management accreditation and demonstrated experience.
  • Basic carpentry trade skills.
  • Understanding of playground safety requirements and relevant inspection training.

Benefits:

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy:

  • Competitive salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per annum
  • Vibrant health and wellbeing programs.
  • Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
  • SUPPORTIVE AND ACCESSIBLE MANAGEMENT.
  • FLEXIBLE WORKING ARRANGEMENTS.
  • Training and development opportunities; and
  • Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres.

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