Team Leader Villages

About UsKempsey Shire Council is located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales and is known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.The OpportunityReporting to the Coordinator Civic Services, the Team Leader Villages will lead and supervise a team of staff in the maintenance and operations for open space, recreational and public use areas.To be successful in this role, you should possess formal qualifications in Horticulture and/or extensive work experience relevant to the role; experience in leading and developing teams; cemetery management and Arboriculture; and a basic knowledge of Native Titles.  You should also possess the Certified Playground Safety Training, or be willing to obtain within the first 12 months of employment with Council.On offerIn return, you will be rewarded by:Opportunities to collaborate and achieveCareer development9-day fortnightA fantastic lifestyle and work life balanceWeekly salary of $1,280 to $1,441 (plus 9.5% superannuation)Key accountabilities include Lead and supervise team members and contractors to deliver maintenance and improvement worksMaintenance of Council cemeteries, ensuring Council cemeteries are maintained to the highest standards and burials are conducted to relevant standardsUndertake tree risk management inspectionsRotate across teams as requiredFor further information regarding this role please contact Katy Rogan on 02 6566 3200How to ApplyTo apply for this position, please complete the application form and provide the following information:A short statement (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role.Your current resume of no more than two pages which details your work experience and any other information that is relevant to this role as well as the contact details for two work related referees.Applications close: Monday, 5 October 2020 at 4pmYou will receive an e-mail to confirm your application has been received.If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact our Organisational Development and Performance team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.auThank you and good luck with your application.We are an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse workforce.Position Description AUD West Kempsey 2440