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Position Description Labourer Parks and Gardens Position Code Numerous Classification/Grade/Band Local Government (State) Award 2023 Grade 2 Band 1 Level 1 Reports to Parks and Gardens Leading Hand Location Warialda & Bingara Content Manager Reference Direct Reports Nil Budget (Operating and Capital expenditure) Nil Overview of Gwydir Shire Council Located on the Fossickers Way between the New England and North West regions of NSW, the Gwydir Shire encompassing a diverse landscape that is both picturesque and productive. With affordable housing, a strong sense of community and diverse leisure and recreation activities, the Shire offers an idyllic and fulfilling lifestyle. Bingara and Warialda are the main towns in the Shire. The Gwydir Shire Council prides itself on being an award-winning organisation that supports it community through the provision of high-quality services. Council offers employees a rewarding career that allows staff to make a positive impact in the communities in which they live; and provides exciting opportunities to explore and suture career avenues within the organisation. Council strongly supports a flexible-family work environment. Gwydirs Vision Councils vision is to be a recognised leader in Local Government through continuous learning and sustainability. Council embraces this mantra by ensuring all staff have access to training and education, to reach their full potential. Gwydirs Misson To ensure that the Councils long-term role is viable and sustainable by meeting the needs of our residents in a responsible and caring way, attract sustainable development while maintaining the traditional rural values, character and culture of our people. 1 Child Safety Commitment Statement Gwydir Shire Council is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children and young people throughout the Shire, including indigenous children, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and children and young with disabilities. All Gwydir Shire Council staff, volunteers and other partners have a zero-tolerance approach to any form of child abuse in both the physical, psychological, and online environments. We support the rights of children and young people, and we will act immediately and accordingly to ensure an environment is maintained where they feel safe, respected, valued, and always empowered. We know that being a leading child safe organisation is about more than having the right policies and procedures in place. It requires conscious actions and proactive behaviours to protect children from harm. It means creating a culture of safety that extends from participation and education through to ensuring all members of our organisation feel safe and secure in reporting inappropriate behaviour. It is essential that everyone at Gwydir Shire Council understand the important responsibilities they have in relation to child safety, and we are committed to educating our elected members, employees, volunteers, contractors, consultants, other partners and the wider community in the regard. We want children to have a voice and know that their views are listened to and respected and that they are given opportunities to contribute. Together we can provide an environment where children feel safe, respected, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential. Primary purpose of the position This position is responsible for undertaking allocated tasks, working in a cohesive team, to deliver high quality maintenance and horticulture work in a productive and efficient manner. Department and Branch Description The Infrastructure and Planning Services Department covers a number of Branch areas, including Engineering Services, Environment and Planning, Town Utilities and Building Services. Key accountabilities Within the area of responsibility, this role is required to: Maintenance of Warialda, Warialda Rail, Gravesend and Coolatai parks, gardens and town streets. Carry out manual labouring tasks and other duties when directed to by the Supervisor Monitor plant and equipment by ensuring daily checks are completed with regard to safe legal operation, and liaising with the Workshop Supervisor for servicing and maintenance requirements and undertaking basic plant maintenance in accordance with agreed practice. Carry out all duties and functions in a manner that promotes a positive attitude, team based approach with strong support for organisational values. Maintain accurate timesheets ensuring labour and plant hours are recorded correctly and toolbox and pre-start documentation, risk assessments and safety 2 documentation are completed as required and in accordance with relevant legislation, Council policy and procedure. Ensure traffic management plans and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) are completed and appropriate traffic control measures are provided at work sites. All positions in Council involve multi-skilling and consequently the interchange of duties where and when required for the effective operation of the Department. The duties described above are indicative of the primary duties that a person appointed to the position would be expected to perform and should not be regarded as the sole duties applicable to the position. Other duties may be assigned in accordance with skills, competence and training. Selection Criteria Essential OHS White card Current valid C Class drivers licence Knowledge and/or competency in Traffic Management Experience in manual work activities, horticulture and maintenance works Basic written and verbal communication skills with the ability to discuss and resolve problems politely and respectfully Ability to read and interpret documents, instructions and procedures Desirable Demonstrated previous experience would be highly regarded Heavy Vehicle Licence would be highly regarded Qualifications in Horticulture Common requirements of the position Willingness to have Council conduct a Criminal History Check. Agree to undertake a medical assessment by Councils nominated medical practitioner if required and to be medically fit to undertake the full requirements of the position. Manage projects in accordance with corporate standards. Willingness to work flexible hours to meet the requirements of the position. Behaviour in accordance with Councils policies and the Code of Conduct. Report environment issues that may become evident when carrying out the position duties. Qualifications Certificate II or III in Horticulture or equivalent relevant experience 3 Capabilities for the position The Local Government Capability Framework describes the core knowledge, skills and abilities expressed as behaviours, which set out clear expectations about performance in local government: how we do things around here. It builds on organisational values and creates a common sense of purpose for elected members and all levels of the workforce. The Local Government Capability Framework is available at Below is the full list of capabilities and the level required for this position. The capabilities in bold are the focus capabilities for this position. Refer to the next section for further information about the focus capabilities Local Government Capability Framework Capability Group Capability Name Level Manage Self Foundational Display Resilience and Courage Intermediate Act with Integrity Foundational Personal attributes Demonstrate Accountability Foundational Communicate and Engage Intermediate Community and Customer Focus Foundational Work Collaboratively Foundational Relationships Influence and Negotiate Foundational Plan and Prioritise Foundational Think and Solve Problems Intermediate Create and Innovate Foundational Results Deliver Results Foundational Finance Foundational Assets and Tools Intermediate Technology and Information Foundational Resources Procurement and Contracts Foundational 4 Focus capabilities The focus capabilities for the position are those judged to be most important at the time of recruiting to the position. That is, the ones that must be met at least at satisfactory level for a candidate to be suitable for appointment. Local Government Capability Framework Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators Personal Attributes Intermediate Adapts quickly to changed priorities and organisational settings Display Resilience and Welcomes new ideas and ways of Adaptability working Stays calm and focused in difficult situations. Perseveres through challenges. Offers own opinion and raises challenging issues. Personal Attributes Foundational Is open and honest Tells the truth and admits to mistakes Act with Integrity Follows the code of conduct, policies and guidelines Has the courage to speak up and report inappropriate behaviour and misconduct. Relationships Intermediate Focuses on key points and communicates in Plain English Communicate and Engage Clearly explains and presents ideas and technical information Monitors own and others non-verbal cues and adapts when necessary Listens to others when they are speaking and asks appropriate, respectful questions. Shows sensitivity in adapting communication content and style for diverse audiences. Relationships Foundational Keeps team and supervisor informed of what he/she is working on Works Collaboratively Shares knowledge and information with team members and other staff Offers to help colleagues and takes on additional tasks when workloads are high Is aware of the wellbeing of co-workers and provides support as appropriate Is open to input from people with different experiences, perspectives and beliefs Results Intermediate Gathers and investigates information from a variety of sources. Think and Problem Solve Questions basic inconsistences or gaps in information and raises to appropriate level Asks questions to get to the heart of the issue and define the problem clearly Analyses numerical data and other information and draws conclusions based on evidence Works with others to assess options and identify appropriate solutions. 5 Local Government Capability Framework Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators Resources Intermediate Uses a variety of work tools and resources to enhance work products and Assets and Tools expand own skill set Ensures others understand their obligations to use and maintain work tools and equipment appropriately Contributes to the allocation of work tools and resources to optimise team outcomes. Prepared By Human Resource Officer Approved by General Manager 7/12/2023 Date Approved/Reviewed 7/12/2023 Version Number and Date Version 1 7/12/2023 6