Overview
Team Leader Parks Infrastructure – City of Greater Dandenong
Band 6 - $99,846 - $108,835 per annum (plus super). Permanent Full Time (Vehicle use options).
About Us
Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the Dandenong Market. Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport. We are a progressive organisation that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We invest in the development of our people and strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.
About the Role
This is an exciting leadership opportunity to lead the maintenance and renewal of the City's parks infrastructure assets. Reporting to the Coordinator City Presentation, the Team Leader Parks Infrastructure will manage a small in-house crew and oversee external contractors to deliver asset maintenance programs for playgrounds, park furniture, fencing, hard surfaces, irrigation systems and other park infrastructure. You'll plan and deliver the team's annual program, respond to customer service requests, identify asset renewal needs, and support asset inspections and audits. The role sits within Council's Parks Services Unit and supports the safe, functional and high-quality presentation of parks and open space across the municipality.
About You
You're a solutions-focused leader with a solid background in parks maintenance, asset management or infrastructure coordination. You have experience supervising staff or contractors and enjoy planning, scheduling and delivering maintenance works in a timely and efficient manner. You bring strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and an eye for detail. You take pride in delivering well-maintained infrastructure that enhances community amenity and supports safe, vibrant parks.
Key Requirements
Tertiary qualifications in Horticulture, Parks Management, or trade qualifications in a related discipline with several years' experience in local government or a similar environment.
Demonstrated experience in parks and open space maintenance, with experience leading teams.
Demonstrated understanding of contract administration, including monitoring and OH&S; requirements.
Comprehensive knowledge of open space maintenance programs, with high-level problem solving skills and the capacity to inspire and support innovative thinking.
Knowledge and skills in contemporary management practices, including staff and financial management, performance management, staff development, change management and business excellence.
Highly effective interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication, listening, liaison, advocacy, facilitation and customer service delivery.
Demonstrated capacity to effectively manage time, establish priorities, and achieve business and team objectives under conflicting pressures.
Strong oral and written communication skills and computer literacy (MS Office, works management software).
You may be required to undertake practical testing and assessments. A clear Working with Children Check and consent to a national police check (and where relevant international criminal history check) may be requested, subject to spent conviction laws. Applicants with criminal records will be considered on their merits.
Benefits of Working With Us
We provide an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and supports work–life balance. There are opportunities to learn, develop and grow within our expanding organisation. Our benefits include:
Competitive salary
Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
Flexible working options, including hybrid work
Learning and development programs including study assistance
Reward and recognition programs
Health initiatives and wellbeing programs
Access to our support programs
To Apply
To apply, please complete the online application form including a brief cover letter, your resume and response to key selection criteria. You will be asked to answer selection questions as part of the process, and reference checks will be conducted.
Applications close:
5pm, Sunday, 5 October 2025
Position Description:
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Further information:
Tim Ford, 8571 1764
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📌 Team Leader Parks Infrastructure
🏢 City of Greater Dandenong
📍 Melbourne