Parks Maintenance Crew Leader - Hornsby, Australia - Hornsby Shire Council
Description
Salary: $2,392 to $2,678 per fortnight (based on 76 hours per fortnight) plus superannuation and a nine-day fortnight.
Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications, and experience.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Parks Maintenance Crew Leader to join our Parks Service Unit Team.
About us
Hornsby Shire is located on Sydney's upper north shore, approximately 25 kilometres north of the CBD. Known as the 'Bushland Shire', our local government area is characterised by bushland comprising national park, major waterways, natural reserves and rural landscape. The rest of the Shire combines urban, rural and open spaces.
About the role
You will be responsible for the supervision and control of work crew members and contractors, in particular, organise, lead and control workers on the site to achieve results. The position is also responsible for the maintenance of trees, shrubs and groundcovers on nature strips as required. Other duties include, grass cutting, maintenance and maintaining larger parks including oval surrounds, line marking of sporting fields, amenities cleaning, small park inspections, maintenance and minor tree removal/pruning also nature strip mowing and vegetation clearing.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have the ability and experience to communicate with people at all levels including the public. You will have a high standard of service as well as the ability to meet competing demands. You will have good influencing skills and strong leadership with the ability to steer the crew to complete work in a timely manner and within estimated costs. You will have the ability to enthuse and motivate your staff and to provide on the job training as required.
Benefits of working with us
We pride ourselves on having a fantastic culture with a genuine appreciation for work-life balance. Visit and click on 'what we offer' to learn about the wonderful benefits available at Hornsby Council.
Please note you must be double vaccinated to work in this position and to attend an interview.
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Closing date: 24th September 2023 at 11.30pm.