Carpentry Team Lead — Parks & Public Spaces

Parramatta City Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Free on-site parking

Learning & training programs

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

The City of Parramatta is seeking a hands-on supervisor to coordinate carpentry, maintenance and improvement works across parks, playgrounds and public spaces in Parramatta. You will lead a trades team, plan work, allocate resources and ensure high‑quality outcomes while maintaining safety standards.

This permanent full‑time role offers a 9‑day fortnight schedule, a competitive salary from $81,327 to $89,563 plus 12% superannuation, and opportunities for growth, training and community impact

Qualifications

• Minimum Certificate III qualification in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, building and construction or landscape construction relevant to role.
• Level 2 playground inspection certificate (AHCPGD311) is required.
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence and Construction industry White Card.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of tradespeople to deliver maintenance, construction and improvement programs across parks and public spaces.
• Plan, coordinate and allocate resources, tasks and workloads to meet service standards.
• Mentor team members, support skill development and foster a safe, inclusive and high‑performing team environment.
• Undertake inspections and oversee work practices to ensure assets are maintained safely and efficiently.

Skills

Leadership & mentoring

Planning & problem solving

Safety commitment

Customer service focus

Education

Certificate III in Carpentry/related trades

Level 2 Playground Inspection AHCPGD311

NSW Driver’s Licence

White Card (Construction industry)

Job description

The City of Parramatta is seeking a hands-on supervisor to coordinate carpentry, maintenance and improvement works across parks, playgrounds and public spaces in Parramatta. You will lead a trades team, plan work, allocate resources and ensure high‑quality outcomes while maintaining safety standards.

This permanent full‑time role offers a 9‑day fortnight schedule, a competitive salary from $81,327 to $89,563 plus 12% superannuation, and opportunities for growth, training and community impact