Town of Mosman Park

Supervisor Operations – Parks and Environment

• Full-Time permanent position with flexible work arrangements (9-day Fortnight)
• Opportunity to make this position your own.
• Salary ranges from $79,000 to $87,000 plus superannuation

At the Town of Mosman Park, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Ours is a collaborative culture that fosters integrity, a commitment to each other and strength from diversity. We welcome applicants committed to the Town of Mosman Park’s values of Accountability, Connection and Excellence.

About the role

Are you passionate about maintaining and enhancing the beauty of our town's outdoor spaces? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment, working with a dedicated team to achieve common goals? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Position Overview:

As the Supervisor of Operations - Parks and Environment, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating our outdoor workforce employees and town contractors. Under the guidance of the Coordinator of Parks and Environment, you'll lead efforts to efficiently accomplish maintenance and development tasks that contribute to the vibrancy of our community.

Key Responsibilities:

You will experience a diverse role working across all aspects of amenity development and maintenance functions including:

• Lead Pre-start meeting and coordinate outdoor employees and town contractors to ensure timely completion of tasks/projects.
• Schedule, supervise and implement Civil Works, Parks, Streetscapes and Environment maintenance programs and customer requests, ensuring adherence to safety, budget, quality standards and time timelines.
• Responsible for safety management within the service, including compliance with MRWA Traffic Management standards, Safety Data Sheets, and Worksafe High-Risk Construction standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification and control measures.
• Investigate and document accidents/incidents/near misses, ensuring close out of any investigations.
• Ensure adherence to Job Safety Analysis and Safe Working Procedures.
• Liaise with and provide input to civil works and public open space maintenance programs.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualification in horticulture, arboriculture or suitable experience in these areas.
• Experience with supervision of outside staff and provide oversight of contractors to ensure compliance to project specifications Council’s policies, procedures and best practice activities
• Pest Management Technician’s License
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety rules and regulations.
• “C” Class Driver's Licence

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities
• Superannuation co-contribution (subject to individual contribution).
• Free parking and close to public transport.
• 17.5% leave loading.
• Two extra days of leave each year (Local Government holiday).
• Professional development opportunities.
• Wellness program, including an Employee Assistance Program.

About the Town of Mosman Park

We are a small and vibrant local government. Mosman Park is located approximately 14km from Perth CBD and a stone’s throw from Fremantle. Our community is uniquely made up of diverse neighbourhoods that are positioned between the picturesque Indian Ocean and the beautiful shores of the Swan River.

Chat to us

If you have any questions about the role, ring us for a confidential chat with our People and Culture team at 9383 6600 or email jobs@mosmanpark.wa.gov.au

How to apply

The position description is on our website for further information about the role.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter stating your interest in the role.

Closing date: 5pm Friday 17 May 2024

The Town reserves the right to commence recruitment before this date.