Team Leader - Parks Maintenance
Open Space & Environment
Permanent Full Time
Maryborough
Stream B Level 6 - $73,368 plus superannuation
* + annualised allowance of $2682
At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.
What we are looking for:
Due to internal movements, we're looking for a Team Leader to join our high profile parks team. Assisting the supervisor, you'll play an important role in providing high quality open spaces for our communities.
What your day will look like:
* Providing technical guidance, advice and assistance to the horticulture team
* Coordinating appropriate resources, including plant and people
* Managing the use of contractors and external service providers
* Responding to and prioritising customer action requests
* Assisting with the preparation, establishment and review of park maintenance programs
Please click here to view a full position description.
What you'll need for success:
* Experience in a similar role with a strong knowledge of horticultural practices
* Ability to lead and motivate a team
* Strong planning and organisational skills
* Strong understanding of and commitment to workplace health and safety
Benefits of Working with Council
Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.
We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.
What we Offer:
* Values based culture
* Employee discount shopping program
* Professional development
* Flexible working arrangements including work from home
* Study assistance program
* Novated leasing
* 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
* Paid maternity and paternity leave
* Paid emergency services leave
* Uniform subsidy
* Years of service rewards
Apply now:
Applications close 11pm on Monday 5th January 2025
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.
For further details please contact Trent Humberstone, Supervisor Parks – High Profile Areas, on
Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.