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Form of work
Salary- Working outside in beautiful open spaces
- Full time position - permanent
- Hours of work 7am - 3:30pm
- Monthly ADO
- Salary Range $65,021.55 - $69,440.49 per annum plus superannuation
About us
Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.
We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,450 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts, and management.
The role
We are seeking a Reserve Response Officer professional to join the Reserve Response team. Reporting to the Reserve Response Crew Leader, this role would suit someone who:
- Enjoys working outdoors in beautiful open spaces within the Kingston community;
- Has a community-oriented mindset, and takes pride in their work; and
- Wants to play a crucial part in ensuring Kingston's open spaces reserve assets are clean, safe, and functional allowing the community to enjoy them to the fullest.
About you
We are seeking an energetic, reliable, and motivated individual to join the Reserve Response Team who has the following qualities:
- Demonstrated experience in undertaking general maintenance tasks.
- Demonstrated experience with using power and hand tools.
- Experience operating plant and equipment e.g. bobcat, excavator, tractor etc.
- Likes to work in a team environment.
What we can offer
This is a full-time permanent position.
The City of Kingston is a committed child safe, equal opportunity employer and committed to reconciliation. We value the diversity of lived experience and are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel safe, supported, and connected to perform at their best.
As an employee of the City of Kingston you will be part of an inclusive culture and have access to ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance including wellbeing initiatives, discounted gym membership, social club events, paid parental leave, salary packaging, study/development assistance, employee assistance program (EAP) and discounted health insurance. Full time employees also have access to a planned day off every four weeks.
The starting salary for this position is $65,021 (Band 3) per annum.
How to Apply
Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet every criterion. At Kingston City Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to click the APPLY button now and submit your application.
If you require further information after reviewing the position description available to download below, please contact Will Tangipo, Reserve Response Coordinator on 0419561***
Kingston Council will welcome applications from everyone including candidates from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences such as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, Women, those identifies as part of LGBTIQA+ communities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons and persons with a disability.
To be considered for the role all applications must be submitted via our Careers recruitment portal.
