Parks Maintenance Officer

2 hours ago

Melbourne, Australia City of Monash Full time

**Job no**: 494119

**Categories**: Government and Defence, Trades and Services

Permanent, Full-time position

Salary from $62,417 + Super

Based in Notting Hill

Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

**About the Position**:
We are seeking a highly motivated, qualified and experienced individual to work in the Horticultural Services Department as part of the Parks and Gardens team. You will be responsible for the upkeep of the council's parks, gardens, open space reserves and other horticultural assets within the municipality.

**The role includes**:
Maintaining a range of parks and reserves using sound horticultural skills including but not exclusive to: grass maintenance, garden bed maintenance, weed control, tree care and planting.

Operation and maintenance of horticultural plant and equipment including trucks, ride on mowers, small plant and pesticide spraying equipment.

Working cooperatively with team members, stakeholders and contractors.

Ensuring fulfillment of organisational obligations under the OHS Act, and relevant Council policies and procedures.

**About You**:
Highly motivated, approachable, flexible, team player, who is hardworking with a passion for horticulture and enjoys working in an ever-changing environment.

Certificate III in Horticulture (Parks and Gardens) or substantial relevant experience

Experience in the use of grass cutting and garden maintenance plant and equipment

Plant/weed identification skills

Commitment to occupational health and safety and quality control processes

Able to work to agreed targets within a team environment

Able to accurately record and report on daily work programs

Good customer service and communication skills

Current MR Victorian Truck Licence - or willingness to obtain with first 6 months of successful appointment

**Requirement of the position**:
Farm Chemical User Course - with ACUP preferable;
Train track awareness course to be completed upon commencement;
Traffic management training;
Satisfactory National Police Check; and

Other pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements

**Essential Information**:
**Benefits**:
As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to:
Vibrant health and well-being programs;
Employee Assistance Program;
Supportive and accessible management;
Flexible working arrangements;
Training and development opportunities; and

Discounted gym memberships.

**How to Apply**:
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications are currently open, with a closing date of Sunday 14th August at 11:55pm.

**Enquiries**:
Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.

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