Work-life balance with a 9-day fortnight Work with diverse landscapes from natural reserves to high profile parks Supportive and collaborative team culture Guide our Parks & Natural Environment team in effectively developing and maintaining the Shire’s public open spaces, amenities and natural environment for our community The Shire of Capel is located in the South West, halfway between Bunbury and Busselton. We are nestled between the beach and the forest and are one of the fastest growing coastal Shires in Australia. At the Shire we value Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork which underpin the way we work with our elected members, the community and each other. As our Parks Coordinator you will apply your skill and experience in the coordination of construction and maintenance programs for parks, streetscapes and reserves, while providing positive, effective guidance of our team. You will also be responsible for overseeing Natural Resource Management for the Shire, including reserve management plans, NRM projects and contaminated site management and rehabilitation. Working closely with the Manager Parks Waste & Natural Environment and technical officers across the organisation, you will ensure construction and maintenance programs are effectively planned, coordinated, resourced and completed safely, to the required standard and within budget. You will support effective procurement for the team, developing specifications and scope of works for requests for quotation and tender and participating in evaluation of submissions. You will manage the delivery of projects, contractors, and undertake compliance reporting to government agencies. With your flexible and transparent interpersonal style, you will promote a customer-focused, proactive and safe work culture by providing clear communication of goals and expectations and fostering collaborative problem solving and commitment to continuous improvement. The rewards: As part of our team, you will enjoy: Flexibility and support Investment in you and your career An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected A strong focus on employee wellbeing and safety Full time, 9-day fortnight Base annual salary $90,125 per annum dependent on skills, experience, and qualifications Annual leave loading of 17.5% Up to 14% Shire superannuation contribution Restricted private use of a Shire vehicle Employee benefits program offering a wide range of discounts For further position related requirements please refer to Position Description – Parks Coordinator PDF (388KB). If you are viewing this ad in Seek the link may have been removed. Please view this vacancy on our website at capel.wa.gov.au/careers to access the position description.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to join us in servicing our community for the future. 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates the Shire’s HEART of: Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork
• Experience and/or knowledge in construction and maintenance of parks, sport fields, streetscapes, and/or natural reserves
• Demonstrated programming experience 
• Contract and project management experience
• Effective communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of Work Health and Safety Regulations

Previous leadership or supervisory experience and demonstrated involvement in compliance reporting and procurement processes will be highly regarded.

Applicants who need assistance with their application or wish to discuss any potential barriers that may prevent them from applying are encouraged to contact Organisational Development on 9727 0222 to discuss. 

Further position related enquiries can be directed to Josh Connah, Manager Parks, Waste & Natural Environment or Organisational Development on 9727 0222.   

Applications close

9.00am on Thursday 12 September 2024.

The Shire of Capel reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the application close date and close this position for applications early should a suitable candidate be found.