Singleton, New South Wales
Full-time
$78,343 - $88,125 per annum
Description
At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE.
BE VALUED.
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.
Singleton Council has a long and proud history.
From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales' largest producer of coal.
Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.
Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.
We're committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
ADD VALUE - THE ROLE
TheTeam Leader Parksis responsible for the daily coordination of a small work team that undertakes the maintenance and development of parks, gardens, reserves and other horticultural assets, including playgrounds, street and park furniture and fencing across the Singleton Local Government Area.
Key Responsibilities Include
Plan and programme works and organise the necessary resources to undertake programmed and reactive park maintenance duties
Liaise with the Parks Management Officer on a regular basis regarding quality matters associated with current and future improvement to operational procedures
Develop and implement maintenance schedules and maintain registers associated with duties such as mowing and chemical application
Essential to this role is a Certificate III in Horticulture or related field with experience in the implementation and delivery of parks management programs complemented by the demonstrated ability to work with and manage small teams.
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret drawings and plans would be advantageous in this role, however not essential.
This position is offered on apermanent full-timebasis working76 hours per fortnighton a team-based 9-day fortnight.
There is a requirement to participate in the on-call roster.
Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 9 of Council's salary system Protocol which equates to a base salary of$78,343 - $88,125 per annum, plus 12% superannuation and other relevant allowances.
BE VALUED - THE REWARD
Your Wellbeing Benefits Include
Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
Health + Wellbeing Leave
Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks
Your Flexible Work Benefits May Include
Work from home
Rostered Day Off
9-day fortnight
4-day week
Your Leave Benefits Include
Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
Annual Leave
Sick + Carer's Leave
Long Service Leave after 5 years
Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
Parental Leave
Domestic + Family Violence Leave
Health + Wellbeing Leave
Your Development Benefits Include
Training Courses + Professional Development
Education Assistance
Leadership Development Program
Emerging Leaders Program
'Grow our Own' Program
Your reward + recognition benefits include:
ESSPecialist Program Awards
Service Awards
Be Valued Recognition Program
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.
Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council?
Click here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.
For further information regarding this role please see the position description here.
INTERESTED?
For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contactMason Craig - Acting Parks Management Officeron*********.
To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.
Singleton Council is committed to protecting children from harm.
We require all applicants who will be working with children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 29/01/2026.
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