Apply now Job no: 499483Work type: Permanent Full TimeClassification: Band 3 ($64,827 - $68,852 pa)Categories: Trades & LabourAbout the roleThis role will assist with the implementation of maintenance programs with due consideration of safety, economy, quality and within set timeframes, for the overall benefit of the residents of the City of Greater Geelong and the general community. As a passionate individual you will enhance local landscapes to cultivate a greener future. These positions are based out of the North Zone depot.Work type: Permanent full-time x 2 positionsKey responsibilities include:Lead a crew to undertake inspections & works, effective and efficient with appropriate maintenance programming as directed by a Parks Supervisor.Lead a team in a range of horticultural maintenance tasks, including garden beds, open spaces and relevant park assets.Lead a crew operating and maintaining plant/machinery and equipment in an effective and efficient manner and in compliance with relevant laws and regulations.Work within all Council health and safety policies and procedures.Effective and efficient recording of maintenance works undertaken, time sheets and plant sheets or recorded on Councils Management Maintenance system.About youTo be successful in this role you will have a trade Certificate in Gardening, Horticulture or equivalent, and the following:Extensive experience in the broad range of horticultural maintenance activities performed in the Parks environment.Experience in operating a range of Park’s Maintenance plant and equipment.Experience in providing leadership to a small team, ensuring team safety, training employees and providing good clear communication/instructions.A current Victorian Drivers Licence.A current Working with Children Check.Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now!Child Safety ResponsibilitiesWe are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments.Diversity and InclusionAt the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.Create our future together at the City of Greater GeelongJoin the City of Greater Geelong, a community-focused workplace on Wadawurrung Country. We deliver over 130 services to our growing population, striving to make our city a great place to live, work, and study.If you're passionate about inclusivity and community, apply now – we’d love to meet you!We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.Applications and EnquiriesClick the Position Description link to view more information about this position.Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.Advertised: 15 Jan 2025 4:15 PM AUS Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: 29 Jan 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight TimeWe acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land, the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, Elders in our community and our emerging leaders.
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