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Form of work- 8-day fortnightly roster, $65,592.73 - $70,367.93 Salary plus 10.5% Super
- Excellent training opportunities
- Opportunity to work in a diverse range of challenging situations based in Trafalgar but also encompassing Walhalla, Rawson, Eric and Thorpdale.
A Baw Baw Shire Council career goes beyond business as usual. You'll find exciting development pathways rich in opportunity. Our thriving and engaged culture-first workplace is built on the passion and talent of people who proudly deliver vital services and exciting projects to a community they care about.
Our organisation comprises of a multicultural workplace of around 400 full-time, part-time and casual employees, all benefiting from great flexibility, work/life sway, study support, health and wellbeing initiatives and ongoing learning and development programs.
At Baw Baw Shire Council, we invite our people to tackle projects that keep them inspired. We encourage the exploration of new ideas. We support the enhancement of building on current skills and developing new ones.
Located adjacent to Melbourne, Baw Baw Shire is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities with freeway and V/Line access into Melbourne's CBD and suburbs. This allows easy access to training, seminars and conferences in the city, without diminishing the direct impact that comes from working within a close-knit rural community.
To learn more visit www.bawbawshire.vic.gov.au
About the Role
This position will call on your exceptional horticultural, landscaping and time management skills to assist the Open Space Supervisor to lead a busy Open Space Maintenance team.
Your daily role will involve the direction and leadership of 2 small maintenance teams – mowing and gardening. You will have a high regard for OHS and the safe delivery of maintenance activities, and a desire to grow your career and be a contributor to the Open Space leadership team.
Training to provide you the additional skill sets required to further your horticultural career are an important addition to this role and will ensure you become part of a multiskilled team within a greater Maintenance department.
About the Successful Candidate
The successful candidate will have qualifications in Horticulture (Certificate or similar) and hold a current Victorian driver’s license.
You will need to have a demonstrated customer service focus with sound communication and interpersonal skills.
Our commitment to a sound Culture environment requires that you strive to be – Optimistic, Pragmatic, Respectful, Supportive and Authentic.
You will also show a genuine and accountable commitment to Safety in a high performing workplace.
Further Information and How To Apply
To apply, please review the position description and complete your application below including a current copy of your resume and a covering letter.
Applications close 5 pm June 25 2023 and must be submitted through the application form below.
Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.
