Open Spaces Maintenance Officer

Reference NumberOpen Spaces Maintenance Officer
- Job TypeFull Time
- Package$72,271.43 - $74,182.19 pa (plus 11.5% super and annual pay increases)

**Permanent Full Time**

**$72,271.43 - $74,182.19 pa (plus 11.5% super and annual pay increases)**

**Fortnightly RDO**

**Who we are**:
There are not many places in Australia quite like Surf Coast Shire, where you can surf at world-class locations like Bells Beach Djarrak, drive along the scenic coast on the Great Ocean Road, or explore the many waterfalls set in tranquil rainforests. The region is a major Victorian tourism destination, and not just because of the coast; it is also thanks to vibrant hinterland towns, a variety of world-class events, colourful community markets, ranges of family activities, and more.

Surf Coast Shire spans Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadubanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation.

Surf Coast Shire Council delivers services from Lorne to Winchelsea to Torquay and all of the communities in-between, helping to make the region a destination to live, work and play.

**_ We work together, we see opportunity, we do what we say, and we make a difference._**

**Your new career**:
In Open Space Operations we work together to deliver open space maintenance programs to keep our community and our environment safe and beautiful.

The Open Space Maintenance Team carries out both turf maintenance and parks maintenance and is responsible for the upkeep of Council’s parks and open spaces within the Surf Coast Shire. Officers work in small crews to deliver works that are both programmed and reactive on a day-to-day basis.

**What you will bring to the role**:
If you have previous turf management or parks maintenance experience, then this is your opportunity to join a fun and supportive team where you will assist with the maintenance of Council parks and open spaces.

**To be successful in this role you will have**:

- A passion for turf and horticulture
- A dedication to achieving high standards of open space maintenance

**Key selection criteria**
**Mandatory qualifications, experience and requirements**:

- Certificate 3 in Horticulture or Sports Turf Management or relevant experience
- Current medium rigid driver’s licence.
- Several years’ experience in Parks and Open Space (Local Government environment preferred)
- Agricultural Chemical Users Certificate.
- An industry card.
- Pre-employment medical assessment - include for all depot positions below coordinator level
- A current Working With Children Check
- You have the permanent right to live and work in Australia
- Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council).
A complete international criminal history check is required if the person has worked or lived overseas for any period of time OR a complete national criminal history check is required if the person has only ever worked in Australia.

**What you’ll love working with us**:
We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our shire spans the Traditional Lands of the Wadawurrung People and the Gulidjan and Gadabanud Peoples of the Eastern Maar Nation. Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.

**There are numerous social activities throughout the year available as well as the benefits of**:

- Fortnightly RDOs
- Employee Assistance Program and award-winning staff wellbeing program
- Career development and learning opportunities, we help our people grow
- Operational use of Council vehicle
- Purchase of additional annual leave
- Free onsite parking
- Leave loading

**For more information**:
More information on the role accountabilities and the key selection criteria can be found in the position description above.

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact **Ella Jackson, Coordinator Open Space Operations** on **5261 0600.**

**How to apply**:
Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:

- cover letter
- statement addressing the selection criteria
- copy of your resume.