Council Works Team Leader
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Kalkarindji, Northern Territory (NT) Victoria Daly Regional Council
| Job Ref: | 145793 |
| Employer: | Victoria Daly Regional Council |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
| City: | Kalkarindji |
| Salary and Benefits: | circa $67,986 – $72,688 plus super! |
| Post Date: | 14/01/2022 20:23 |
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Our passion for community is at the heart of everything we do Our vision is to be a leader within the Australian Local Government and develop a broad range of strategies that will help shape our vision for the region through excellent service delivery and community engagement. We also aim to build one of Australia's most sustainable, vibrant, and diverse regions. Victoria Daly Regional Council runs a range of programs to engage the Indigenous communities. We are looking for a dedicated Council Works Team Leader to join our team and help ensure the upkeep and maintenance of our assets and facilities. You will primarily be working out of Kalkarindji, NT (5 hours from Katherine) and be required to travel and perform maintenance work in Daguragu, NT. Click here to view the Victoria Daly Regional Council map. Your chance to work with us Reporting to the Council Services Manager, your key responsibility will be to ensure the upkeep and maintenance of recreational, parks, streets, gardens, facilities and operations of minor civil works are met. Core duties:
You will also be responsible for ensuring the delivery of Waste Management services, including domestic and commercial collections, ensuring that the management of the landfill site within the Community is in line with Council’s standards. Our next superstar To succeed, you will have extensive experience in a similar role, such as traffic management and maintenance. It is ideal that you also have previous experience working in a remote location or with Aboriginal communities. An MR License is also a requirement. More importantly, you will have previous experience in various gardening practices such as ground maintenance, landscaping, mowing, grass care, weed control and other parks and gardens functions. Although not essential, a Chemical Handling Certificate, a White Card, a First Aid Certificate and a Tertiary qualification or a certificate in Parks & Gardens is highly desirable. You will be a skilled individual who can effectively lead and develop a team while also working autonomously. As such, you will have strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate across various levels within Victoria Daly Regional Council. As you will be working with a wide range of stakeholders, you will be a good listener and follow the Council’s processes and procedures. Moreover, you will be an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who can work and thrive within a local community. Please Note: A current Driver's Licence and a criminal history check will be required before commencing this role. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Benefits on offer By taking on this challenging but rewarding role, you will be joining an organisation that truly values its people and strives to make a difference in the lives of others for the better. You will be rewarded with a competitive salary circa $67,986 – $72,688 PLUS 10% super, salary sacrificing options and a Remote Area Allowance of $2,500 per annum. You will receive fantastic benefits such as relocation assistance of up to $5,000 to help you move to this beautiful part of the country! Council will also provide you with subsidised rent. You are encouraged to bring your family and children with you to experience a unique and welcoming small-town lifestyle. Be part of a positive and family-friendly organisation, implement an exciting and collaborative sports and recreation program, and provide a fulfilling and positive impact on the lives of Indigenous communities. If you are an experienced manager looking to join a friendly and welcoming regional council - Apply Now! | |
