The details:

As one of our Parks Crew Leaders you will work with and lead a small team of operational staff (typically consisting of 1-2 labourers) and deliver assigned maintenance duties on our green open space assets with a focus on horticultural park and landscape areas. This position will have you undertaking manual handling/labouring tasks such as mowing, mulching, weeding, pruning, planting, using the blower, some chemical application and other general duties necessary to complete task or project at hand. 

You will also be creating, updating and maintaining work orders using a tablet or computer, contributing to the development and reviewing maintenance schedules and identifying and allocating resourcing and materials required for tasks or projects as required. 

Safety is a key priority for us as an organisation, and we will be seeking candidates who not only have the knowledge and physical ability to safely undertake the manual tasks required in this role, we want you to have a genuine desire to contribute to a positive safety culture.

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About you

Ideally you will have demonstrated experience within a similar position leading a small crew undertaking similar tasks as mentioned above. You will have a solid level of communication skills (both written and verbal) and the ability to carry out administrative tasks as well as proficiently use technology software and/or applications required for this position. 

Paired with the above mentioned skills and experience, you must also possess: 

• A current truck licence - Medium Rigid (MR) class or above 
• A Construction Induction Card (or be willing to obtain prior to commencement) 
• Agricultural Chemicals Distribution Control (ACDC) certification or be willing to obtain within 6 months of commencement.

It would be considered desirable if you have completed a Certificate III in Horticulture, Parks and Gardens, Landscape Construction or another similar qualification but not mandatory, though the qualification will be mandatory to progress through the Crew Leader Framework. 

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day fortnight.
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, and Mates in Construction program.
• Our Depots have free local parking on site making for an easy commute.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a medical and hearing assessment with an independent professional nominated by Council, and a National Criminal History Check (all at no cost to you).

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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