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SalaryBlacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, half-way between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 403,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.
Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.
Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
About the opportunity
Want variety in your workday and to work within the large and diverse natural areas of Blacktown? If you answer ‘yes’, we want you to apply.
We are looking for a highly motivated, appropriately experienced and qualified bush regenerator to be a Team Leader within the Natural Areas team. We have a rapidly expanding Natural Areas portfolio with numerous assets to protect, improve and maintain.
As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for managing a small team, predominately involved in the restoration and maintenance of natural assets including bushland and wetland areas.
This position also works closely with bushcare volunteers and provides supervision and guidance where required.
Qualifications and experience
Essential:
- Tertiary or trade qualifications in Bushland Maintenance or related area
- Minimum 12 months experience in Bushland Maintenance or related area
- Experience in the maintenance of wetland areas
- Class MR driver’s licence
- Staff supervision experience
- Extensive experience in maintenance of Open Space bushland areas.
- Chainsaw operation certificate of competence
- Chemical application accreditation
- Senior First Aid Certificate
- RTA approved Traffic Controller Accreditation
- Knowledge of applicable legislation/regulations
- Computer literate
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service
- Ability to work within a team environment
- Ability to direct and supervise staff
- Availability to work rostered overtime as required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of Work Health and Safety, Equal Employment Opportunity and Anti-Discrimination Principals.
The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.
- Entry level for this position starts at $1,210.10 per week
- 38-hour working week
- Rostered Day Off (RDO) every fortnight
- Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 10.5% employer superannuation contribution payable to Active Superannuation Scheme, Fitness Passport and gym membership discounts, and social clubs.
Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.
Please note being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 is a requirement prior to commencement and throughout ongoing employment with Blacktown City Council.
We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.
Position description
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Closing Date: Friday 9 December 2022, 11.30 pm
Contact Officer: Carolyn Adamcewicz on 9839 5901
INTERNAL REF: BCC1090
