Team Leader Open Space

Cumberland Council; Guildford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A Local Government Authority in Guildford seeks a Team Leader to manage the daily maintenance of public open spaces. The role involves leading a team to ensure safety and satisfaction in park services, with a focus on customer satisfaction, WHS compliance, and effective park management. Applicants should have relevant trade qualifications and strong leadership abilities. Competitive salary plus benefits offered.

Benefits

Work-life balance initiatives

Training and professional development

Access to health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualifications or extensive experience in park maintenance.
• Current MR driver's licence.
• Ability to operate maintenance-related small equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team for the maintenance of Council's Open Spaces.
• Ensure customer and community satisfaction.
• Implement Work Health and Safety responsibilities.

Skills

Park maintenance knowledge

Leadership and supervision

Customer service skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Certificate III in Turf Management

General Induction for Construction Work in NSW (White Card)

Current ChemCert qualification

Current Senior First Aid certificate

Job description

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country with a population of over 245,000 residents Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its communities vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.

About the Opportunity

The City Open Spaces team manages the daily presentation and maintenance of Council's open spaces, sports grounds, playgrounds, passive and public spaces, golf courses, botanical gardens and native vegetation areas within the Cumberland City Area ensuring that our residents and visitors have access to quality and attractive open spaces of which they can be proud and enjoy.

The Team Leader will lead a small team in undertaking a range of activities that deliver the overall maintenance of Council's Open Spaces. The Team Leader will assist in ensuring customer and community satisfaction with Council's Open Spaces are met by presenting and servicing our facilities in accordance with service specifications and will ensure individual Work Health and Safety responsibilities under Council policy and legislation are met at all times and at all levels within the team to ensure a safe place of work.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Relevant trade qualifications e.g., Certificate III in Turf Management, Parks and Gardens, Horticulture, and/or extensive experience in a related field
• Current MR driver's licence
• Current ChemCert (chemical handling) qualification
• Current General Induction for Construction Work in NSW (White Card)
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of park maintenance and parks infrastructure related issues, current trends, industry best‑practice and new developments relating to maintenance services and parks operations
• Ability to plan, coordinate resources and undertake maintenance activities relevant to the position including but not limited to mowing, edging, gardening, weeding and chemical spraying
• Ability to identify plan, coordinate resources and undertake improvement works throughout Council's open spaces
• Demonstrated experience in operating parks maintenance related small plant and equipment including small hand tools and power tools
• Proven ability to effectively supervise and co‑ordinate team members and external contractors in the delivery of maintenance and project works
• Demonstrated ability to deal in a positive and courteous manner with the public and council staff whilst providing leadership to others
• Sound verbal and written communication skills, ability to complete necessary paperwork and communicate effectively with team members
• Sound knowledge and practical application of WH&S principles and the Work Health and Safety legislation
• Sound computer skills and aptitude to adapt and learn new electronic systems and operate a range of devices including iPads
• Playground Inspection Level 1 – AHCPGD206 (Routine) (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Senior First Aid certificate

About this role

• Permanent full‑time position
• 70 hours fortnight
• Access to Council's 9‑day fortnight Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement
• Located at Council's Guildford Depot with frequent travel required across Council worksites and may be required to work across any of Council's work locations

Salary Information

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

• Grade 7 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,295.25 to $1,586.68 per week plus 12% superannuation
• The commencing salary will be negotiated taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role

What You'll Need to Have for This Role

• The right to live and work in Australia
• Be able to provide information for pre‑employment checks required for the position including attending a physical pre‑employment medical examination as required
• Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council's Health Monitoring Procedure as required
• Provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process in accordance with Council's COVID‑19 Vaccination Procedure

What We Can Offer

• We promote work‑life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or up to an additional five (5) days leave for front‑facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements
• Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
• Leave entitlements including annual leave 15 days, personal leave per year, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
• Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
• Corporate Health Insurance discounts
• Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID‑19 vaccinations and to donate blood
• Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
• Free access to Council owned and managed Aquatic Centres
• Access to Council's Fitness Passport Programme and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

About Us

Council adheres to the principles of a child‑safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application if required and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child‑related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process please contact the hiring manager during the application process.

Enquiries

Contact Brad Horn Manager City Open Spaces on or for further information.

Closing Date

11:59pm Wednesday 22 October 2025

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position please complete the questionnaire. You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.