Description:
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced leading hand to come on board to oversee the Parks and Gardens Team at Gwydir Shire Council.The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and effective execution of the Parks and Gardens teams daily operations. Demonstrated experience in a relevant horticulture environment and supervising personnel is essential.
The Parks and Gardens team is responsible for providing horticulture services such as mowing, weeding, pruning, mulching, weed spraying and maintaining sports fields.
The successful candidate will work with the outdoor staff to find operational efficiencies and make recommendations to management on how to improve practices, respond to customer service requests and ensure the safety of staff, community and contractors.
This is a permanent full-time position working a 9-day fortnight. The Parks and Gardens Leading Hand is classified as Grade 6, entry in Council's competency-based salary system.
Further information regarding the above position can be obtained by contacting Amy Taylor, Human Resource Officer on 0457 247 664 or HResources@gwydir.nsw.gov.au
Gwydir Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and appoints on the basis of merit. Merit is determined by assessing the applicant's abilities, qualifications, experience, work performance and personal qualities relative to the requirements of the position.
Applications, addressing the selection criteria, are to be completed online by 4pm, Friday 23rd January 2026.
6 Jan 2026;
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