Leading Hand Parks and Open Spaces

Lismore City Council; Lismore; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Training and development opportunities

Discounted gym and pool memberships

Employee wellbeing programs

Job summary

Lismore City Council is seeking a Leading Hand in Parks and Open Spaces to lead daily maintenance across parks, gardens, sports fields and public spaces. You’ll coordinate tasks, supervise the team and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Role involves operating machinery, turf and garden work, and providing horticultural guidance. Relevant licences and certifications are required, with training and development opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification (Certificate III) in Horticulture, Landscape Construction, Sports Turf Management, or Arboriculture; or significant equivalent experience.
• WorkCover Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Chainsaw Operations Level 1 – Operate and maintain Chainsaws (or willing to obtain).
• Chemicals Users Accreditation (or willing to obtain).
• Implement Traffic Management Plans certificate (or willing to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily tasks by organising resources, guiding team members and checking that work meets required standards.
• Operate and maintain the machinery, tools and equipment used in open space and horticultural maintenance.
• Carry out landscaping, garden upgrades, turf care and tree-related work using sound horticultural practices.
• Provide practical horticultural advice and assist other teams when specialist support is needed.
• Manage plant and turf health by identifying and treating weeds, pests and diseases, and report any asset damage or safety concerns.
• Contribute to planning and delivering maintenance programs, while following safe work practices and completing required documentation.
• Engage positively with customers and team members, participating in toolbox talks and supporting continuous improvement in service delivery.

Education

Certificate III in Horticulture / Landscape Construction / Sports Turf Management / Arboriculture

WorkCover Construction Induction Card (White Card)

Current Class C Driver’s Licence

Chainsaw Operations Level 1

Chemicals Users Accreditation

Implement Traffic Management Plans certificate

Job description

Shape your future. Serve your Community. Belong to something bigger.

About this Position:

The Leading Hand Parks and Open Spaces plays a key role in the delivery of high-quality maintenance and presentation of Council's parks, gardens, sports fields, reserves, playgrounds and public open spaces. Working alongside the team, this position provides day-to-day leadership, coordination and technical support to ensure work programs are completed efficiently, safely and to a high standard.

What We can offer you:

• A permanent position with meaningful community impact.
• Flexible work options working within operational requirements.
• Employee Assistance and Health & Wellbeing Programs.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Discounted membership to a range of gym and pool facilities.

What we trust you to deliver:

• Coordinate daily tasks by organising resources, guiding team members and checking that work meets required standards.
• Operate and maintain the machinery, tools and equipment used in open space and horticultural maintenance.
• Carry out landscaping, garden upgrades, turf care and tree-related work using sound horticultural practices.
• Provide practical horticultural advice and assist other teams when specialist support is needed.
• Manage plant and turf health by identifying and treating weeds, pests and diseases, and report any asset damage or safety concerns.
• Contribute to planning and delivering maintenance programs, while following safe work practices and completing required documentation.
• Engage positively with customers and team members, participating in toolbox talks and supporting continuous improvement in service delivery.

What you will need to be successful:

• A relevant trade qualification (Certificate III) in Horticulture, Landscape Construction, Sports Turf Management, Arboriculture, or an equivalent field is highly desirable, or significant proven work experience will be considered.
• WorkCover Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Chainsaw Operations Level 1 – Operate and maintain Chainsaws. (or willing to obtain upon starting).
• Chemicals Users Accreditation (or willing to obtain upon starting).
• Implement Traffic Management Plans certificate (or willing to obtain upon starting).

Full Time:

76 hours per fortnight.

Salary:

From $70,658 to $81,257 per annum + superannuation.

Conditions of Employment:

Conditions of employment are in the Local Government (State) Award and relevant Council policy, procedures and agreements.

Pre-employment Screening:

Prior to employment, there will be a series of pre-employment checks that may include health assessments (such as functional fitness, audio, chest x-ray, spirometry, drug testing), validation of right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history checks, psychometric assessments and referee checks.

We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.