Job description ABOUT THE COMPANY Join a local council based in Inner Western Sydney as a Landscaping Team Leader.
This role is 38 hours per week with occasional weekend work.
ABOUT THE POSITION As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for the coordination and management of work crews to carry out on-site tasks and prepare short-term and long-term budgets for landscaping.
Projects include, but are not limited to, playground operations, reserves mowing and maintenance, tree maintenance, turf mowing, landscape, and nature strip mowing.
DUTIES Manage multi-faceted projects from start to finish.
Procure and manage contractors and consultants.
Monitor staff performance and provide guidance where required.
Track completion of landscape-related customer requests.
Conduct assessments of work sites and ensure they comply with safety standards and regulations.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Tertiary qualifications in Horticulture, Park Management, Turf Management, or similar.
Significant knowledge of landscaping, parks, and open space.
Previous experience in Local Government is highly desirable.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to ensure productivity.
Demonstrate leadership qualities to manage a team.
CULTURE This council takes a collaborative approach to their work.
They have a team of highly motivated and talented professionals.
Bring your strong work ethic to the team and in return, be granted stability and career progression as a Team Leader.
BENEFITS Great opportunity to step into the Public Sector.
Initial 3-month contract with the opportunity to extend.
Competitive hourly rates from $50 - $60 per hour + Super.
HOW TO APPLY Click 'Apply for this job', or please contact Tammy Nguyen at (02) 9231 4999 or ****** for a confidential discussion.