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Leading Hand Horticulture
Mackay Regional Council has an opportunity for an experienced Leading Hand Horticulture to join our Parks, Environment and Sustainability team.
The position is responsible for daily supervision of a small team undertaking gardening and grass maintenance and other general maintenance duties on a scheduled or as directed basis.
The successful applicant will have the following knowledge and skills:
- Current QLD ‘C‘ Class Drivers Licence
- Current General Construction Safety White Card
- Proven experience in supervising small work crews
- Demonstrated understanding of a range of horticultural principles and practices
- Current QLD Medium Rigid ‘MR’ Class Licence or ability to obtain
- Horticultural Trade Qualification Certificate III or a similar related qualification (highly regarded)
- Demonstrated knowledge of the operation and maintenance of tractor/slasher and/or similar and small plant and equipment
In return for your valued contribution you will be rewarded with;
- Annual base salary range from $52,418 - $53,551 plus allowances as applicable
- Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
- Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- 9 day fortnight roster
- May be eligible for salary sacrificing options
- Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts
- Study and assistance programs for career development
- Learning and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee health and wellbeing initiatives
Applications Close: 21st November 2019
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, where all applicants are treated with fairness and respect and have equal access to all opportunities available. At Mackay Regional Council, diversity is about creating a respectful and inclusive workplace that recognises the unique contributions and perspectives of our employees, working together to deliver extraordinary results.
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