Weed Controller

2 days ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia Kolsen Group HR Hub Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year
Introduction

At Sterling NT we believe in making a difference, making the Territory a better place for everyone living in it. At our core are values of respect, innovation, doing the right thing, and fun. This starts with our staff.

As a business, we hire local contractors and suppliers wherever possible, take our environmental responsibilities seriously through world-class accreditations, and donate part of our profits back into real local causes with real outcomes. Growing our business through diversity, equality, and fair employment practices we have built a brilliant team of over 300Territorians, we're trusted to maintain, clean, and construct some of the NT's most prestigious and high-profile public spaces, government, and private enterprise offices and major events.

We're looking for staff who are proud to live in The NT and want to be a part of making it a better place - and who aren't afraid of putting in the hard yards to get things done. If what you've read so far excites you, read on.



Description

JOB OVERVIEW: Responsible for the provision of ground maintenance services, safe and efficient operations of gardening equipment and machinery to ensure our client's landscaped grounds are maintained as per the site schedule and specifications.

Your key responsibilities will include:


•    Chemical spraying, pulling weeds and clearing areas of debris

•    Use of spraying equipment like backpack sprayer, knapsack sprayer and motorised spraying equipment, to control weeds, pests and insects

•    Temporary warning signs placed when required.

•    Tasks to be carried out in a manner that causes the least inconvenience to customers, staff and the general public.

•    Operate equipment and machinery in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and the SNT operating procedures

•    Report maintenance and repair issues to the area supervisor.

•    Understand and comply with quality, safety, health and environmental policies.

•    Follow written instructions, verbal direction and procedures to perform work.

•    Challenge any instructions that you believe places anyone or the environment at risk.

•    Take personal responsibility to protect the health and safety of people or the environment.



Skills And Experiences

SELECTION CRITERIA:

ESSENTIALS:

Class C Driver's Licence (manual)Work under limited supervision either individually or in a team environment.A satisfactory National Police Security Check Report.Be physically able to perform the duties of the position Be able to perform manual work for long periods outdoors

DESIRABLE:

Chem Certificate or ability to obtainKnowledge of pest and weed control. Certificate I or equivalent qualification in horticultureOCHRE Card (or be willing to obtain)Construction Industry White Card (or be willing to obtain.

DESIRABLE:


•    Chem Certificate or ability to obtain

•    Knowledge of pest and weed control.

•    Certificate I or equivalent qualification in horticulture

•    OCHRE Card (or be willing to obtain)

•    Construction Industry White Card (or be willing to obtain)

 


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