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Leading Hand Parks and Town Maintenance East (Yarrawonga)Posted: 23/07/2025Closing Date: 06/08/2025Job Type: Permanent - Full TimeJob Category: Government, Defence & EmergencyBecome a Part of Moira Shire Councils Exciting Journey!At Moira Shire Council, we''re reimagining local government with fresh ideas, a friendly approach, and a passion for making a real difference in our vibrant regional community. Nestled along the stunning Murray River, our region spans from the lush Barmah Forest to lively towns like Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia, and Yarrawongaone of Victorias top holiday spots.We believe in working together with honesty, respect, integrity, teamwork, and accountability to create a future everyone can be proud of.Our role as a Council? To serve, support, and inspire our communities to facilitate the success of the Moira2045 Community Vision .Why Work With Us?The primary purpose to truly make a difference locally.A strong, values based organisational culture.Supportive and family-friendly workplace.Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle. Opportunities to Work From Home are only available after the first 6 months, and for certain roles identified as being able to accommodate this. Applications are to be made in line with our organisational policy.In-house, custom designed Leadership Development Program.Access to extensive training and education opportunities.Superannuation information sessions with Vision Super.Salary packaging and novated leases.Access to wellness initiatives like annual flu shots and skin checks.Corporate gym discounts at five different gyms across our shire.Benefits and discounts for certain businesses and insurances.Generous parental leave (16 weeks for primary carers, 6 weeks for secondary carers, and this is on top of the paid parental leave offered by the government).Up to two days paid volunteer leave for a community service within our shire. Following the first 12 months of service .Cultural andceremonial leave.Opportunities for purchased leave to better accommodate your lifestyle.So much more.....Please note all benefits are considered individually for roles on a pro-rata basis. Temporary and part-time roles may not be eligible for all inclusions.Moira Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering flexible work arrangements for employees in a family-friendly work place.Moira promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the contributions of all people and encourages people with a disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.Key Responsibilities and Functions Parks & GardensAssist the Team Leader in the timely completion of programs and works associated with maintenance and construction duties under his/her control including but not limited to the following duties.Assist the Team Leader in the timely completion of programs and works associated with maintenance and construction duties under his/her control including but not limited to the following duties.Assist Team Leader in recording and reporting daily/weekly work activities to the Manager Operations.Maintenance of parks and gardens, recreation reserves, town streetscapes and roadsides.Construction and maintenance of grassed areas, including mowing in streets and parks, and slashing of roadsides and other areas.Construction and maintenance of garden beds, landscape features and irrigation systems.Carry out road maintenance and construction duties as requiredCarry out on road and off road inspection as requiredCarry out repairs / replacement to Councils footpaths, kerb and channel.Clean public conveniences.Ensure all works are carried out within relevant OH&S guidelines including:Installation of warning signs, safety lights, barricades etc. at work sites and emergency situations.Completion of Risk Assessments and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs)Operation of Councils plant and equipment in a safe mannerEnsure that all assigned plant and equipment is returned to the depot, or otherwise securely stored at end of shift and any observed damage is reported immediately.Undertake minor repairs to assigned plant and equipment.General DutiesParticipate in Councils after hours emergency call out phone and duty roster and public convenience cleaning rosterThe maintenance of strict confidentiality in any matter, which may affect Councils ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers and/or contractors.Staff SupervisionIn the absence of the Team Leader, oversee staff and work programs; act as Team Leader during periods of leave.Assign staff, allocate resources and participate in and/or oversee work performance of allocated maintenance team.Accurate and timely preparation and presentation of attendance records, time sheets and other related matters.Participate in knowledge/skills developmental training, or OH&S training as directed.Identify and report on staff training needs. Ensure compliance with Apprenticeship training requirements.Supervise contractors, staff and apprentices as assigned.Staff SupervisionIn the absence of the Team Leader, oversee staff and work programs; act as Team Leader during periods of leave.Assign staff, allocate resources and participate in and/or oversee work performance of allocated maintenance team.Accurate and timely preparation and presentation of attendance records, time sheets and other related matters.Participate in knowledge/skills developmental training, or OH&S training as directed.Identify and report on staff training needs. Ensure compliance with Apprenticeship training requirements.Supervise contractors, staff and apprentices as assigned.For more information about the role view the Position Description HERE (if Hyperlink is not working, click "Apply" to view it)Please note this role is NOT eligible to apply for work from home options.Desired Skills and ExperienceKey Selection CriteriaEssential qualifications and experienceA relevant formal qualification in Horticulture at Certificate III level or above.Basic Microsoft Office Computer TrainingRelevant experience in Parks & Gardens maintenanceDesirable qualifications and experienceCert III in Civil Construction SupervisionFirst Aid/CPRTraffic ControlChemical HandlersSpottersConstruction Induction CardChainsaw, Pole saw & Tree FellingLoad and Unload Goods/CargoFire Ground TrainingTraffic ManagementConfined SpacesManage WHS Hazards Associated with PlantLicenses and mandatory requirementsMR truck licenceConstruction Induction CarRelevant experience in Parks & Gardens maintenance #J-18808-Ljbffr