AddressAbout the role
As Technical Co-ordinator (Open Space) you will manage and coordinate technical services to ensure the delivery of maintenance and operational services to parks, sporting areas, reserves and roadside vegetation across all areas of the city.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Manage a team to deliver horticulture services across parks and sporting facilities
- Manage the Open Space maintenance contracts and associated works
- Review service delivery contracts to ensure continuous improvements throughout the peak growing season
- Prepare work plans and maps for all park and footpath areas to be maintained by contractors
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Current Queensland C Class Driver’s Licence
- A Diploma or Certificate in Horticulture or substantial experience
- Belief in our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership
About the benefits
This is a permanent full time position at Level 5 with a salary commencing at $93,169 plus superannuation of up to 12.5%.
- Ongoing learning, development, and career opportunities
- Employee health and wellbeing programs
- Four (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading, cultural leave, and other leave options
- A variety of salary packaging options that includes, financial advice, income protection insurance, professional membership, novated leases and more
- Become a key member of a team that is passionate and dedicated to building a positive, inclusive, and constructive workplace culture
About us
Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and oldest provincial city.
Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'
We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.
Join us
If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
Please apply online and submit:
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold
Closing date: 28 May 2024
Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.
