Leading Hand Parks And Reserves

The Position
This position is responsible for coordinating the maintenance and development of our parks, reserves and landscapes within AlburyCity. 

• Working 38 hours per week with a fortnightly RDO
• Flexible working arrangement
• Come and work for an engaging and dynamic team

About us 
We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities, and the custodians of an environment like no other. We ensure Albury is a great place to live, work and invest.   

Qualifications & experience 

• Minimum Certificate IV in Horticultural discipline or extensive relevant industry experience
• Class C (Standard) Driver's Licence (compulsory to have and maintain)
• Construction Induction Card
• Demonstrated relevant experience in a horticultural discipline and leading a multidisciplinary team

Tasks & responsibilities 

• Undertake all employee management activities relevant to the role, including; recruitment, performance management/reviews, employee development, disciplinary action, rostering and timesheets, as well as ensuring a high level of employee motivation and team harmony.
• Provide advice and recommendations on all aspects of the Parks and landscapes maintenance.
• Coordinate the maintenance of Albury's parks, reserves and landscape areas.
• Assist in preparing designs, co-ordinate the implementation of projects within the Parks Section.
• Assist in the planting and maintenance of the City's trees.

Hours
Based on a 38-hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 7.00am to 4.00pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines. These times may vary due to operational requirements and will be determined by the supervisor. 

Benefits 

Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.  

Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace. 

We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs.

AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility.

This role closes on the 18 February 2024 The role may close earlier for the right applicant. Should you require any further information for this role please email Mark Lee on ********@alburycity.nsw.gov.au or call on 0427 280 ***.