Horticulture and Town Services Officer

Horticulture and Town Services Officer

Position Objective

The primary role of this position is to ensure that the daily operations and maintenance requirements of all  streetscapes and greenspaces are undertaken to the highest standard, including, but not limited to, main business area, public open spaces, tourist recreation areas, reserves, civic spaces, sporting fields , pedestrian and cycleways, parks, playgrounds, botanical walkways and cemeteries. This position requires following a work schedule and is required to assist in proactive and reactive maintenance requirements to achieve a high quality standard for the town’s residents/ratepayers and visitors. Other town services will be undertaken as directed by the accountable supervisor.

Position Responsibilities

• General duties including, but not limited to, mowing, whipper snipping, hedging, pruning, weeding, herbiciding, ,  collection of litter, mulching and planting of new trees and shrubs as directed.
• Installation and maintenance of irrigation and sprinkler systems, and the reporting and resolving faults.
• Operation of plant and equipment as required for the maintenance of all streetscapes and recreational open spaces and to undertake daily maintenance and minor repairs as required
• Carry out programmed works and reactive maintenance and improvement of all recreational areas.
• Assist in duties associated with setting and packing up of civic and community events.
• Ensure good public relations are exhibited whilst undertaking duties and a high level of customer service is provided.
• Work within a team environment contributing to the achievement of departmental and organisational goals.
• Other such relevant duties as required from time to time which would generally fall within the scope of this position as directed by your accountable supervisors or the Chief Executive Officer.

Applications

If you believe you would like to join the Longreach Regional Council team, please contact Human Resources on (07)  4658 4111. Please visit the Council website at www.longreach.qld.gov.au and download a copy of the Position Description and Advertising document. Applications must include a current resume, 2 work related references and a letter addressing how you meet the position requirements. Applications can be emailed to assist@longreach.qld.gov.au

Commitment to EEO and WH&S

Longreach Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a safe work environment  for all staff.

Council operates under a Drug and Alcohol Policy and the successful applicant may be required to undertake a drug  and alcohol test, with a clear result, before an offer of employment is made.

Longreach Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer