About the role:
The area of responsibility is within Geelong's prime tourist destination the Central Geelong & Waterfront Precinct. The person in this position undertakes works, co-ordinates staff and resources to ensure that the Waterfront Precinct is maintained in a safe and pristine condition for visitors and residents of Geelong.

Work type: Permanent Full Time
Classification: Band 4 Commencing at $71,647 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Implementation of maintenance systems and operational procedures relating to the precinct.
• Undertaking inspections of works, estimating and determining that all tasks are accomplished efficiently and effectively to the required standard. Weekly audits of the precinct to establish work schedules and tasks.
• To keep accurate records, reporting on programs and completing checklists. To ensure all plant/asset checklists are accurate and completed by staff.
• Undertake recorded weekly toolbox meetings with staff.
• To direct and allocate the day to day and weekly duties of staff and to prioritise tasks based on risk and the programming of Waterfront events and activities.

About you:
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Trade Certificate in Horticulture, Landscaping or Turf Management or extensive relevant experience.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• Working with Children Check.
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

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Child Safety Responsibilities:
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion: 
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City:
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries:

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Enquiries: Steve Vincent | Parks Operational Leader | SVincent@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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