• Healthy outdoor position with task variety and direct community impact

• Permanent, fulltime - build a long-term career in local government

• Generous benefits including 9 day fortnight, 5 weeks annual leave, long service leave after 5 years

About the role:

Walgett Shire Council is seeking an experienced and reliable Team Leader Village Maintenance for the Collarenebri-based Urban Services area. This is a permanent, fulltime position working 38 hours per week with every second Friday an RDO.

The Team Leader Village Maintenance actively leads and coordinates the Urban Maintenance team to achieve a high standard of cleanliness, presentation and upkeep across urban infrastructure services located in Collarenebri including (but not limited to) parks, gardens, sporting fields, town streets, street furniture, footpaths, street trees, airport, and cemeteries. 

The position is responsible for ensuring that work undertaken is consistent with established quality parameters, safety protocols, and Council's operational priorities. 

Working under broad direction and exercising significant independent judgment, the Team Leader Village Maintenance is a trusted point of coordination between the Manager Urban Services and the Urban Maintenance team.

This role would be suitable for someone who enjoys practical, hands-on, physical work, and being outdoors.Candidates will require a valid Class C driver’s license and a WHS Construction Induction Card. Experience in horticulture or landscaping will be highly regarded, as will tickets in plant operation, chemical safety, chainsaw operation and first aid. 

About you:

Success in this position will require:

• possessing the skills necessary to carry out inspections, perform routine maintenance, and operate various plant and equipment safely and efficiently.
• being motivated and hardworking with a practical background in horticulture or similar.
• being physically fit, willing to perform manual labour and to work in adverse weather conditions.
• ability to demonstrate a sound understanding of safety procedures and strong commitment to workplace health, safety and environmental standards.
• ability to lead and coordinate a team to work within timeframes.
• willingness to learn and adapt with operational requirements and priorities.
• being reliable, respectful, with a positive attitude, strong communication skills and willingness to contribute effectively to a team.
• understanding of the importance of public service and taking pride in upholding the reputation of Council and the community.

At Walgett Shire Council, we understand that not every candidate will meet every criterion, and that is perfectly fine, your passion and potential matter most to us.

To view the full position description of the Team Leader Village Maintenance, click here.

What we offer:

• Hourly rate ranging from $36.15 to $44.12 depending on your experience, plus superannuation.
• Generous benefits including 5 weeks of annual leave, long service leave after 5 years, and one week each year of wellness and wellbeing leave (MyLeave).
• Professional development opportunities to support your growth and success.
• Employee Assistance Program available to support you and your family through all life’s challenges.
• Exceptional working conditions within a family-friendly and supportive environment.

About us:

Walgett Shire Council serves a large, diverse and unique region in northwestern New South Wales. We provide a broad range of services across multiple communities and are committed to improving service delivery, strengthening long term sustainability and delivering practical outcomes for our residents.

At Walgett Shire Council, our people make a real difference. We offer varied and meaningful work, the opportunity to contribute across a complex organisation, and the chance to be part of a Council that is actively improving how it operates. We are guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability and Responsibility.

This is an opportunity to join an organisation where the work is varied, the challenges are real, and the right person can make a genuine impact.

For more information about Walgett please click here.

How to apply:

To apply, follow the instructions below, complete the selection criteria and attach your resume and cover letter.

A failure to answer selection criteria and to attach your resume will result in your application not being considered.

Further information regarding the online application process may be obtained by contacting Council’s People and Culture Team via email peopleandculture@walgett.nsw.gov.au or by phoning 02 6828 6100 during business hours.

Please Note: All correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be sent to you via email.

Closing date for applications:

Applications will be reviewed as received, apply early to avoid disappointment.

Applications will be assessed immediately as they are received. Council may commence interviews and appoint a successful applicant before the closing date. Do not wait until applications close to apply, as either position may be filled earlier.

Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without prior notice.

Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Walgett Shire Council is a Child Safe Organisation.