Singleton Council

Team Leader Parks

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED. 
 
As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community. 

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

The Team Leader Parks is responsible for the daily coordination of a small work team that undertakes the maintenance and development of parks, gardens, reserves and other horticultural assets across the Singleton Local Government Area. 

Key responsibilities include;

• Plan and programme works and organise the necessary resources to undertake programmed and reactive park maintenance duties
• Liaise with the Parks Management Officer on a regular basis regarding quality matters associated with current and future improvement to operational procedures
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and maintain registers associated with duties such as mowing and chemical application

Essential to this role is a Certificate III in Horticulture or related field with experience in the implementation and delivery of parks management programs complemented by the demonstrated ability to work with and manage small teams. 

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret drawings and plans would be advantageous in this role, however not essential. 

This position is offered on a permanent full-time basis working 76 hours per fortnight on a team-based 9-day fortnight . There is a requirement to participate in the on-call roster.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 9 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $73,908 - $83,137 per annum plus superannuation and relevant allowances in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:   

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Health + Wellbeing Leave
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks 

Your flexible work benefits may include:

• Rostered Day Off
• 9-day fortnight

Your leave benefits include:     

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Annual Leave
• Sick + Carer’s Leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Parental Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave
• Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:   

• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:   

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE? 

To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.

Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council?  Click here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.

For further information regarding this role please see the position description.

INTERESTED?

For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Amanda McMahon, Co-Ordinator Recreation & Facilities on (02) 6578 7269. 

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 16 FEBRUARY 2025.