Group Coordinator - Native Open Space

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing and transport.
The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.
Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 65,000, and an expenditure budget in excess of $118 million.
The population is culturally diverse with 9.9% of residents being born overseas.
The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.
Group Coordinator – Native Open Space Salary: $73,565.44 per annum Closing: Friday 4 October 2024 Full Time – Permanent Are you a dedicated and driven individual looking to contribute and make a difference in the community? The Parks, Sport & Recreation department is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and well-experienced person to coordinate and deliver maintenance and capital projects in the Native Open Space areas.
The successful candidate will look after some of Council's most significant wetlands, lakes, retardation basins and open native vegetation sites within the Greater Shepparton area.
They will also coordinate the management of roadside vegetation including slashing, guidepost spraying, weed identification and control along with assisting the Sustainability and Environment Department with the Greater Shepparton Roadside Weed and Pest Control Plan.
If you are someone who has a passion to coordinate people and enjoys working in the outdoors, this is an ideal opportunity for you.
For further information about this position, please contact Paul Parsons, Team Leader – Landscaping and Native Open Space on (03) 5832 5257.
Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period.
During the qualifying period, employees will be provided with appropriate ongoing induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.
First Nations people are encouraged to apply.
Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.
All applications must be submitted to the Council by the closing date shown on the advertisement.
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