Overview
Work for the fastest-growing and second largest city in the NT. Full time Ongoing Level 5 ($92,514.52 - $95,406.29) + Super). Ongoing opportunity.
About Palmerston
City of Palmerston’s vision is to create ‘A Place for People’, where we focus on our strengths to ensure our city thrives into the future.
Role purpose
The Operations Supervisor works with the Manager Sustainability and is responsible for the leadership and management of a range of programs and services that contribute to the delivery of Community Plan including:
- Lake management (including mechanical weed harvester operations, lakebed aerators and fountains).
- City Centre Maintenance (litter collection and landscape maintenance).
- Contractor management.
- Provide support and assistance to projects related to open space and sustainability, including leading minor works projects.
- Oversee and manage the annual Pre-Cyclone Clean Up.
Team and reporting
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for the management of the following staff (which may change from time to time):
- 3 x Maintenance Officers (level 3).
- 2 x Irrigation Officers (level 3; supported by the Irrigation Technical Officer)
What council is looking for
- Certificate IV qualification in Horticulture or Irrigation or a minimum of three years’ experience in open space maintenance teams.
- Demonstrated commitment to Work Health and Safety activities and compliance in activities.
- Demonstrated experience in supervising open space and/or maintenance activities, including scheduling and program development.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of landscape maintenance and/or irrigation management practices in a tropical environment.
- Current MR Class Ticket or ability to obtain within 6 months of commencement.
- Coxswain’s ticket or ability to obtain (desirable).
- Demonstrated ability to effectively use computer systems, including electronic documentation preparation, financial management and document management.
- Demonstrated ability to manage staff effectively while engaging with internal and external stakeholders through clear, qualified communication.
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