Team Leader - Merrylands, Australia - Cumberland City Council

Cumberland City Council

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Merrylands, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Cumberland City Council is located within the fast-growing Central City District and is on the doorstep of two of Greater Sydney's new cities, between the Greater Parramatta and Olympic Park (GPOP) area and the new Western Parkland City.

The Central City District is benefiting from unprecedented city-scale infrastructure investments, making this an exciting time to join Cumberland.

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland is the fourth most populous LGA 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.

Cumberland City Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

Council has worked hard to fulfil its community's 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, sportsgrounds, 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 - Tractor will lead a small team in undertaking a range of activities that deliver the overall maintenance of Council's Open Spaces.

The successful applicant will require:

Relevant trade qualifications, e.g. Certificate III in Turf Management, Parks and Gardens, Horticulture and/or extensive experience in a related field
Demonstrated experience operating large plant and equipment, including tractor and implements and broad area horticultural spray equipment
Demonstrated experience undertaking turf renovation works
Current class C 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 bestpractice 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 work alone and maintain service schedule to specified standards
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 coordinate 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 Computer Skills and aptitude to adapt and learn new electronic systems and operate a range of devices including ipads.

Download the position description here for more information.

Position information:

This is a permanent, full-time position, working a 70 hour fortnight, with access to Council's 9 day fortnight Rostered Day Off (RDO) arrangement.

This role is predominantly located at Council's Auburn and Guildford Depots, 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 $1,214.97 to $1,397.22 per week, plus 11% superannuation
The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role

WHAT WE CAN OFFER:

We promote worklife balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or an additional three (3) days' leave for frontfacing 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