Supervisor - Parks

Council is currently seeking applications for a Supervisor within the Parks section. The Supervisor will assist with the supervision of teams that maintain the Shire’s parks, gardens, cemeteries, reserves, streetscapes and public facilities.

About the role:

We’re looking for someone with exceptional leadership, problem solving and time management skills. We’re also looking for someone with the skills to motivate and develop employees.

These will be essential to the supervision of daily maintenance activities and ensure teams achieve standards set in the Burdekin Shire Council Parks Maintenance Service Levels Manual.

The Supervisor will need to show sound judgment in making decisions regarding work conditions and processes, also ensuring the efficient use of Council materials, plant and labour. The Supervisor will also be required to develop, implement and review work procedures, including risk assessments and safe work method statements.

Why work for us?

• 9-day fortnight (72.5hrs fortnight)
• Up to 12% Employer Superannuation with ability to salary sacrifice employee contribution.
• 5 weeks Annual Leave per year
• 13 weeks Long Service Leave after 10 years’ service – pro rata available after 7 years
• Salary Packaging available
• Supportive and motivating team
• Active Social Club
• Fitness Passport Program
• Flexible work arrangements
• Relaxed lifestyle, boating, fishing, sports facilities, private and public schooling options up to Grade 12, cultural venues and events and all of this situated in a thriving agricultural community only an hour away from Townsville or two hours from the magical Whitsundays.

Applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.

The applicable salary is to a ceiling of Level 4 ($90,633pa) with the commencing salary dependant upon the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

Application packages are available from the Human Resources Office on (07) 4783 9*** or you can download the application package using the following link.

Applications for 24/26 – Supervisor – Parks should include:

• A cover letter
• A current resume
• Statements addressing the selection criteria
• Copies of relevant qualifications and licences

Applications can be submitted using one of the following methods:

• Email – **********@burdekin.qld.gov.au
• Mail – Confidential Application No. 24/26, PO Box 974, Ayr Qld 4807

Applications close on Wednesday, 12 June 2024 at 5:00pm. Word or PDF format is preferrable.

For further information please contact the Coordinator Parks – Jaime St. John on (07) 4783 9***.