Job Title: APS6 Operations Manager
The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing care and maintenance activities in the Northern Territory, as well as providing specialist operational support to other depots as directed.
This role involves programming work for staff and contractors to carry out horticultural and structural maintenance, as well as managing minor projects.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Supervise a range of horticultural maintenance activities, including professional turf care, garden bed and shrub border maintenance, pruning, plant disease and pest recognition and treatment.
* Prepare and manage budgets, exercising relevant delegations to approve proposals for public expenditure.
* Liaise with staff, cemetery authorities, members of the public, ex-service organisations, and others as required.
* Represent the Commonwealth at international, national, and state forums, as well as formal military commemorative events.
* Report to senior management, providing advice on issues related to all activities.
Requirements
* Current Driving Licence.
* Certificate III in Horticulture (Diploma or Certificate IV level trade qualifications preferred).
* Project Management or Procurement and Contracting experience.
* Willingness to work extended hours for planned major commemorative events.
* Availability for intrastate and interstate travel for periods of up to a week at a time.
* Able to maintain appropriate health and physical fitness requirements, including up-to-date vaccinations, for field-based work.
This role requires a strong commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please apply today.