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Form of workStreetscape Assets – Field Staff
• Help maintain and enhance Willoughby’s natural beauty
• Enjoy working in the outdoors
• Salary from $56,856.98 to 61,293.16 p.a. plus 11% Superannuation (Grade B)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Streetscapes Assets – Field Staff to join our team at Willoughby City Council!
About us
When you join Willoughby City Council you join a close-knit team with a big impact. We are dynamic,
diverse and future-focused. We value team players who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get the job done. We serve the community and make it our job to make people’s lives better. It’s all in a day’s work.
You’ll have the freedom to grow in your career alongside likeminded people who will support you every step of the way. You’ll be part of our transformation as a Council and shape the future for the residents of Willoughby. And you’ll do it all from a thriving hub in Sydney, in the culturally-rich area we are so proud to call home.
About you
You’re still finding your feet in your career and you’re looking for an organisation where you can learn from the best. You want to make a difference, to add value and to enhance the lives of real people.
You’ll get that – and more- at Willoughby City Council.
We’re small enough to feel like a family but big enough to offer diverse opportunities and work environments. As a tight knit team, we take an active interest in your development. More than that, we lay it all on the table to teach you everything we know.
In the Planning & Infrastructure team, you will be responsible for managing a broad range of requests and processes supporting initial ideas through to final delivery. You’ll need to be proactive and a strong communicator. You’ll value teamwork, consistency and openness to change.
At the end of the day, you’ll know that you are making a difference. The work you do is valued, both within Council and by the community. Making a tangible meaningful contribution is what you’ve been searching for. And you’ve found it at Willoughby City Council.
About the role
As part of a dedicated team you will be responsible for the efficient and effective maintenance of the Council’s trees and vegetation located in road reserves/nature strips, laneways, parkland and bushland. Your main goal will be to ensure that the City of Willoughby is visually and environmentally
improved and safe. You help create a liveable community.
Your natural ability to communicate politely with the community and provide helpful assistance when approached by the public is highly valued. You will effectively work to help improve operational efficiency in the streetscapes, as well as improving residential precincts open space facilities. As a proactive team member, you will also maintain good communication with your fellow workers and supervisor.
Requirements
• White Card
• Class C drivers license
• Demonstrated experience in tree pruning and small/medium tree removals.
• Demonstrated experience in all areas of garden maintenance including (but not limited to)
mowing, brush cutting, edging, planting and weed/pest control.
• Good working knowledge of the safe operation and maintenance of small plant (e.g. chainsaws, mowers etc.)
• Good understanding of traffic control in urban areas
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to use chainsaw, brush cutter, blower, mower, hose, rake, shovel or similar garden equipment and small plant.
How to apply
Apply now to join us at Willoughby City Council where you can add value and be valued for the meaningful work you do.
When you work at Willoughby Council, you will work with a diverse group of like-minded people who have people and the community at the forefront in everything we do. Check out our employee benefits on our careers page to see:
• Where you can look after yourself and your loved ones
• Where you can enhance your wellbeing
• Where you can grow, develop and be part of a team
https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/Council/Working-with-us/Careers
Enquiries: Joe Leal– Streetscapes Team Leader – 02 9777 7793.
Applications must address all of the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description.
Please note being fully vaccinated for Covid-19 is a requirement prior to commencement of employment with Willoughby City Council, except where a medical contraindication certificate is
provided.
Successful candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment screening including police and qualification checks.
Previous applicants need not apply.
