Parks Maintenance Officer - Melbourne, Australia - City of Monash

City of Monash

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Melbourne, Australia

1 week ago

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Description

Job no: 494984

Categories:
Government and Defence

Part-time, fixed-term (Up to 12 months)

Salary from $65,321.81 p/a, plus superannuation

Based at Notting Hill

The City of Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery.

Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic centre of Melbourne.

About the Position

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced person to work in the Horticultural Services Department as part of the Parks and Gardens team on a fixed term contract for 12 months.

You will be responsible for the upkeep of the council's parks, gardens and other horticultural assets within the municipality.

Maintain a range of parks and gardens using sound horticultural skills including but not exclusive to garden bed maintenance, grass maintenance, tree care, irrigation maintenance, path maintenance, tree planting, water features and pest and disease control.

Operation and maintenance of horticultural plant and equipment including vehicles, ride-on mowers, small plant and pesticide spraying equipment.

Working cooperatively with team members, stakeholders and contractors.

Ensuring fulfillment of organisational obligations under the OHS Act and relevant council policies and procedures.

Highly motivated, friendly, approachable, flexible, team player, hardworking with a passion for horticulture and enjoys working in an ever-changing environment.

Certificate III in Horticulture (Parks and Gardens) or substantial relevant experience

Sound horticultural knowledge and skills

Experienced in the use and basic maintenance of garden maintenance and grass cutting plant and equipment, such as ride-on mowers, hand mowers, brush cutters, hedgers and edgers

Plant/weed identification skills

Commitment to occupational health and safety and quality control processes

Able to work to agreed targets within a team environment

Able to accurately record and report on daily work programs

Good customer service and communication skills

Current manual Victorian drivers licence

Medium Rigid Truck licence preferable

Farm Chemical User Course desirable

What We Offer

As a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus. You will have access to a vibrant health and well-being program, flexible working arrangements and training opportunities.

Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing

Vibrant health and well-being programs

Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

Enquiries:

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.

Applications are currently open, with a closing date of 12th May 2024 at 11:55pm.

Monash Council is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity.

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation and have zero tolerance to child abuse.