Technical Officer – Park Assets
Job Description
- Permanent Full Time
- Salary from $96,626 to $102,676 per annum, plus superannuation
About the position
Due to continual growth and development the City is seeking a full time Technical Officer – Horticulture to join the Parks and Contracts team. The position contributes to the effective management of contracted landscaped areas.
With a proactive and team driven approach you will possess knowledge and experience in public open space landscape maintenance and management.
You will be responsible for:
- Managing designated landscaping and asset maintenance contracts ensuring contractual compliance.
- Operational leadership, providing direction guidance and coaching to staff under direct supervision.
- Scheduling and undertake site and safety inspections to ensure works are undertaken in line with specification requirements.
- Overseeing landscape upgrades from initial scoping to completion within budget and agreed scope.
- Undertake contract procurement processes in line with policies and procedures.
- Development of technical specifications and maintenance programs.
- Liaising with customers and stakeholders to deliver service excellence, ensuring that information is accurate, consistent, clearly communicated and issues are resolved in a timely manner.
- Providing an asset management service, including inspecting, recording and validating landscaping asset information, in accordance with established policies, processes and procedures.
- Reporting hazardous or defective landscape infrastructure assets to relevant stakeholders, enabling remedial works to be undertaken before potential incidents occur.
About you
The successful appointee must be passionate about the local community, work well in a team environment and have the skills and abilities to produce quality landscape outcomes.
As a collaborative member of the Parks Contracts team, you will be able to demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving skills which enables the team to operate as a proactive and cohesive unit. Applicants must be able to demonstrate through their CV and covering letter that they address the following selection criteria:
- Experience in a similar role managing contracts, developing specifications and ensuring contractor compliance.
- Qualifications in relevant discipline such as land management, Certificate IV in Horticulture or project management.
- Skilled in supervising the work of others, providing technical assistance and motivating staff
- Knowledge of landscape management and maintenance practices.
- Understanding of purchasing processes and requirements.
- Contractor management skills and knowledge.
- Experience in the use of information technology and GIS systems.
- Demonstrated customer service and negotiation skills.
- Knowledge of the practical application of occupational health and safety measures.
- An understanding of Local Government operations and/or local government experience.
- Current C class Driver’s License is required
- Basic Worksite Traffic Management is desirable.
About the City of Wanneroo
The City of Wanneroo is one of the fastest growing and largest local government authorities in Australia, and includes 32 kilometres of coastline, natural environments, agricultural and bush land. The City has 36 suburbs, across 685 square kilometres, stretching from Girrawheen in the south to Two Rocks in the north.
The City of Wanneroo is a diverse and flexible environment that offers a range of career opportunities where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the local community and our people. Our vibrant and inclusive team is what makes the City an enjoyable and rewarding place to be.
We celebrate all diversity and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to consider working for a Local Government organisation that values who you are. Bring your skills, knowledge and commitment to a team that is welcoming and enthusiastic about you joining us!
Why work for the City of Wanneroo
The City offers a range of employment benefits including:
- Generous matching of superannuation contributions up to a combined total of 15%;
- Free on-site parking;
- Paid Wellness Day
- Purchase leave (subject to operational requirements);
- Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave;
- Professional development opportunities;
- An inclusive, welcoming office environment; and
- An opportunity to reduce your commute and work in a goal-driven professional team closer to home.
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Interested?
If this position sounds like your next career step – and a role you are passionate about – then apply now. We look forward to receiving your cover letter and resume.
Reference Number: 19851
Close date: Sunday Wednesday 18th September 2024, 10:00pm AWST
