Join Us in Keeping Our Community Beautiful!

Are you passionate about working outdoors and contributing to the care and maintenance of local parks, gardens, and facilities?

Upper Lachlan Shire Council is looking for a dedicated Senior Parks and Gardens Officer to be a vital part of our Environment and Planning Group. In this hands-on role, you'll play a key role in supervising the day-to-day work of the Parks and Gardens team and support team members to undertake their work efficiently, effectively and safely.

What You'll Do:

• Direct and supervise the day-to-day activities of the Parks & Gardens team to ensure organisational, management and legislative requirements are met.
• Undertake maintenance and improvement works to streetscapes, sport and recreation grounds, reserves, cemeteries, parks and gardens, public amenities cleaning and the like according to approved work plans and schedules.
• Conduct the cleaning and maintenance of public amenities located within Council's parks, reserves and the like
• Coordinating resources (people, financial) in accordance with program and projects budget.
• Uphold Council's values of sustainability, integrity, respect, and professionalism in all tasks.
• Provide exceptional service to our community, ensuring public spaces remain clean, safe, and welcoming.

What You'll Bring:

• Obtain a Certificate III in horticulture, parks and gardens or a related discipline with contemporary experience in a similar role; or substantial contemporary experience in a similar role, coupled with ongoing professional development to support contemporary knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organise work for a team, meet deadlines and manage competing work demands.
• Proven track record leading and supporting staff to achieve work targets and objectives effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, including influencing and negotiation; and research and information analysis to facilitate understanding and/or decision-making.
• Current Class C Drivers Licence.
• Proven ability to operate tools such as mowers, chainsaws, and hand tools.
• Strong teamwork skills and commitment to safety and environmental standards.

What's on Offer

Salary range per annum from Grade 11 Min $1451.27 - Grade 11 Max $1641.95 per week (gross) plus super, depending on skills, experience and qualifications. 9 day fortnight with RDO.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity for skill development and career progression within Council.
• Contribute to projects that directly enhance our community's environment and quality of life.
• Be part of a supportive team that values hard work, respect, and dedication.
• Work across the shire

Ready to make a difference in your community? Apply today and become an integral part of our Council team, helping to shape and maintain a safe, beautiful environment for all.