Supervisor - Parks and Gardens

SUPERVISOR - PARKS & GARDENS

Are you a leader looking for your next challenge while balancing lifestyle? Join our Parks & Gardens team in an award-winning local government organisation.

What we are
looking for

We're seeking a highly experienced Supervisor to lead a team within Council's Community Directorate. This role is hands-on and varied, combining leadership, technical knowledge, and practical skills across the maintenance of parks, streetscapes, cemeteries, and recreational facilities – all delivered to set standards.

We're after someone who knows how to manage people, plan work effectively, and maintain high-quality results in the field. Proven supervisory experience in a similar environment is essential.

This is an
exciting opportunity to work with an ever-changing dynamic team within the Mid-Western Regional Council.

This role is full-time, based in Mudgee.

The salary range being offered for this full-time position is $2,712-$3,052 gross per fortnight plus superannuation and allowances which equates to an annual salary of $70,517- $79,375 gross plus superannuation and allowances (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience).

Key
Accountabilities

• Provide
  daily supervision of outdoor crews and contractors in the execution of
  operational maintenance activities effectively within time, works program
  requirements and budget constraints
• Assist
  the Coordinator Parks and Gardens in developing and implementing detailed
  operational maintenance programs
• Undertake
  communication systems that foster open and transparent communication amongst
  management and works crews, including accurately communicating works programs
  and regular toolbox talks
• Implement
  Parks and Gardens asset inspection program and schedule rectification
  activities for any known asset defects
• Assist
  the Coordinator Parks and Gardens in the development and review Safe Work
  Method Statements and relevant procedures
• Maintain
  excellent public relations, by ensuring public inquiries and works requests are
  responded in a courteous manner and complaints are addressed promptly. Where
  appropriate, refer inquiries to the Coordinator Parks and Gardens
• Complete
  relevant administration tasks including (not limited to) daily diary notes,
  work programming documentation, site risk assessments, pre-start checks, asset
  inspection checklists, incident reports, purchase orders, basic computer skills
  in-line with relevant Council procedures
• Provide
  advice to Council, Council staff and residents on horticultural/landscaping
  matters as required
• Oversee
  and carry out daily and weekly maintenance of vehicles and equipment as
  determined by Councils Fleet and Workshop department
• Supervise
  and perform Cemetery maintenance and service-related activities, including but
  not limited to marking basing, opening and closing graves, locating graves, and
  assisting with public enquiries
• Oversee
  and carryout tree maintenance activities including completing visual tree
  assessments
• Ensure
  all maintenance and works are completed to an acceptable level and within
  Council policies and procedures
• Attend
  training sessions as required and assist with identifying training needs of
  works crews
• Other
  duties and responsibilities as directed within the skill and abilities of the
  individual
• To
  actively promote and demonstrate the core values and behavioural requirements
  of the Workplace Environment Statement

Selection criteria

• HR class drivers licence
• Certificate III in Horticulture or equivalent qualification/experience
• Minimum two years' experience in horticulture/landscaping/turf management
• Minimum two years' experience in leading, motivating and supervising a number of staff
• Minimum two years' experience in the operation and maintenance of horticultural plant and ground
  maintenance equipment
• Possession of or ability to obtain (within six months) Traffic Control Certificate (worksite planning)
  and Chemical Application Certificate (ChemCert AQF3)
• Flexibility to be available for emergency call-outs when not rostered
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant
  WHS training

Previous applicants need not to apply.

What is next -

Applications close on 21 October 2025 at 11:59pm. Interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates before the closing date, and the position may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

About Mudgee:

The Mudgee
Region is blessed with outstanding tourist delights, investment opportunities
and lifestyle attractions, all just 3.5 hours from Sydney. Add to this
breathtaking natural beauty, fine wine, locally grown produce and a real
community with heart and soul; it's a perfect lifestyle envied by others.
What's more, Mudgee has been named the top NSW tourism town – two years
running

Further
information can be obtained from:

Peter Raines, Manager Recreation Services

Jaime Adams, HR Officer

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