About the role
In this role, you will lead and support Parks & Gardens staff and contractors in the delivery of daily maintenance programs across Council’s open spaces. You will coordinate work schedules, monitor program delivery, and ensure high-quality outcomes are achieved safely, efficiently, and in line with established standards and timeframes.

Work type: Permanent Full-time
Classification: Band 5 $83,436 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide expertise in the field of horticulture for the purposes of maintaining the healthy growth of plants and the quality of maintenance services expected by council.
• Allocate, provide direction and supervise to the staff and contractors regarding how work is carried out and to what standard / service levels are required.
• Ensure that effective and efficient work practices are utilised by the maintenance crews and contractors to achieve desired maintenance levels.
• Report to the Parks Maintenance Officer reactive or routine maintenance activities/works.
• Capture accurate data and documentation relative to the works performed.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OH&S in relation to daily duties and Parks & Gardens operations.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have a trade Certificate in Horticulture or equivalent relevant experience in the industry and experience leading, motivating, and influencing maintenance staff.

Essential:

• Demonstrated supervisory experience in the broad range of Parks and Gardens maintenance activities.
• Experience in working with a variety of plant & equipment used for Parks & Gardens maintenance.
• Ability to work unsupervised and manage time effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OH&S legislation relevant to the industry.
• A high level of written, variable, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in the use of corporate software.
• Current Working with Children check (employee).
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence (mandatory requirement).
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries:  Matthew Osborn | Acting Parks Operational Leader | MOsborn@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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