Operations Coordinator

**Work with us**:
With us you will grow and excel by joining one of South Australia’s leaders in the industry.

Our Be Skilled program will drive the education and upskilling of staff across all divisions, offering exceptional opportunities for people to grow and develop.

We offer:

- Full time opportunities
- Flexible working conditions
- A professional and supportive team
- A rewarding salary
- Horticulture & Sports Turf** to join our dynamic and professional team.

UrbanVirons are known as “The Name Behind the Scenery” & over the last 45 years, the company has grown to be a leader in its field.

We work collaboratively with all our clients to create truly sustainable spaces and environments for the community.

As a team, we endeavour to abide by our 5 core values - Trust, Innovation, Integrity, Respect, and Teamwork which creates enduring and mutual value for our customers, communities, shareholders, and employees.

**THE ROLE**

To oversee and coordinate operations and field staff across all locations.

If you have a passion for the outdoors, coupled with the desire and willingness to drive high performance, continuous improvement, and productive outcomes from field teams, then this role could be the perfect fit.

**Key Responsibilities will include**:

- Coordinate and oversee field staff by establishing and delegating tasks and accountabilities, establish work schedules, supervise, monitor and evaluate performance
- Assist with Contracts/ Tenders/ Quotes
- In consultation with the Clients and Contracts Coordinator, establish a detailed understanding of contractual works and requirements to achieve contract deliverables
- Coordinate resources to ensure maximum efficiencies are achieved
- In support of the Fleet Coordinator ensure field staff take care of and adequately maintain plant and equipment
- Build and maintain professional relationships with stake holders and broaden our network of contacts with existing clients to promote our services

**About you**

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following experience, skills and qualifications:

- Minimum Certificate III in Horticulture or Turf Management or equivalent
- Experience in the coordination of field staff including technical experience, allocation of labour, plant and materials with a proven record of the effective management of personnel and resources
- Demonstrated experience in a supervisory role leading and motivating employees to achieve results in a positive, accountable, team-based environment
- At least 5 years’ experience in Horticulture and Open Space Turf Management sector
- Business management skills, understanding of costs and working to budgets
- Ability to maintain and enhance relationships with stake holders, clients, contractors, and field staff to achieve desired outcomes
- Excellent computer skills with knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent in communication skills and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate ideas, instructions and information

**Personal Attributes**:

- Positive attitude and work ethic
- Ability to forward think, problem solve and use initiative
- Attention to detail ensuring quality of work is of the highest standard
- Reliable and flexible

In return we offer:

- A competitive salary plus vehicle and other benefits
- Birthday Leave
- Opportunities to grow within the company

If you have the right to work in Australia