Coordinator Open Space Maintenance
Job No:
GRC952
Location:
Gympie, Queensland
- A varied and challenging role coordinating the delivery of Parks and Open Space services
- Competitive annual salary commencing at $98,049.12 plus up to 13% superannuation
- Relocation assistance available for the successful candidate
- Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO
About the Region
Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast, gateway to spectacular Fraser Island. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.
For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.
POSITION TITLE
Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $98,049.12 plus up to 13% superannuation
Closing Date: Sunday 4th January 2023 at 11.00pm AEST
No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.
Role Overview
Manage the operational activities and ensure the effective and efficient utilisation and management of Council assets (plant and equipment), financial and human resources of the Parks function, through the coordination and delivery of Parks and Open space services including but not limited to the high presentation parks and gardens, CBD and sports fields in line with Business Plans, Council’s Operational Plan and relevant forward planning strategies.
What we are looking for
- A diploma level qualification (or higher) in amenity horticulture along with proven management experience in this field.
- Demonstrated extensive experience in maintenance operations of parks, sports fields or other large scale multiple intensive maintenance open space amenity sites.
- Demonstrated experience in project management.
- Demonstrated experience in contract management and procurement processes.
- Demonstrated high level knowledge and experience in Programming and Scheduling.
- High level experience with budget management, and ensuring works programs operate on target.
- High level interpersonal and communication skills with particular emphasis on the areas of building effective relationships and teams, consultation, conflict resolution and assertiveness to resolve issues and community needs.
- High level leadership, staff management and mentoring skills.
Position Description
For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here.
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact the Manager Property and Open Space, Ed French 0419 797 839 or email ed.french@gympie.qld.gov.au.
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Senior Officer Human Resources, Pip Moir on 07-5481 0778 or email pip.moir@gympie.qld.gov.au
What we offer?
- Nine day fortnight/ten day fortnight/flexible work hours
- Access to employee health and well-being programs
- Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
- Long service leave after seven years
- Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
- Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
- Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.
Our Values
- Accountability
- Communication
- Customer Service Focused
- Integrity
- Teamwork and Collaboration
For a full explanation of our values please click here. You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.
Our Process
Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.
Keen to apply
Keen to apply? Simply follow the instructions below:
1) Download and review the position description above
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3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'
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