Together, we're working to build a vibrant and sustainable regional city... and we would love for you to join us.
In the heart of the Goldfields, Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a modern and thriving city that embodies the true spirit of a regional community. Located approximately 600 kilometres east of Perth, more than 30,000 people call the city home and enjoy the amenities and facilities of a metropolitan city, with the lifestyle benefits that come from living in a place where nature and adventure are on your doorstep.
With new leadership, dedicated staff and a supportive Council, the City is working towards the vision of being a sustainable regional city of the future.
We are dedicated to working together to achieve the best possible outcomes and are guided by our intention to:
- Be a clean and green city
- Be a place people call home
- Have facilities and services for everyone
- Encourage and support economic development and diversification
- Be a quality employer.
About the role
Are you a Horticulture or Sports Turf professional looking for their next exciting challenge.
The City of Kalgoorlie Bulder has an opportunity like no other in Australia. You will be responsible for the Coordination of 4 different teams who develop the City to being the amazing green space that has visitors and residents impressed.
Your responsibility covers 10 sporting fields, 50 parks, a world class Golf course, our street tree program and all the open space in between. You are supported by a Golf Course Superintendent and team, a Parks Supervisor and team and Reserves Supervisor and Team and finally a Sports Turf Supervisor and team. 60 staff and a budget that exceeds $10 million dollars and you get to put your mark on the Oasis in the desert that we call Kalgoorlie Boulder.
So if you are looking for that unique job that will give you a once in a lifetime experience as well as an opportunity to put your mark on a Community that invests in their green space then the Coordinator of Parks and Open Spaces at the City of Kalgoorlie Boulder is the job for you.
Duties
Key responsibilities include:
- Continually evaluate the capacity and capability of the City Presentation teams in line with the City’s goals, objectives and service levels.
- Lead, plan and manage the activities of the City Presentation teams staff within delegated authority, approve budgets and allocated resources.
- Prepare and present reports with recommendations on matters relevant to the business units.
- Develop and update the business planning annually or as requested.
- Develop and implement stakeholder engagement plans prior to the undertaking of works affecting the community to minimise its impact.
- Ensure the adopted levels of service are maintained across all relevant asset classes.
- Manage procurement - including tenders - and purchasing transactions while adhering to the City’s relevant policies and procedures.
- Assist with the development of annual maintenance schedules for Parks, Irrigation, Turf, Reserves & Streets.
- Assist with the development of a four-year renewal schedule for Parks, Irrigation, Turf, Reserves & Streets.
- Ensure the City’s workforce and external contractors comply with statutory WHS requirements and operate in accordance with the City’s WHS policies, procedures and practices.
- Ensure duty of care compliance with WHS legislation and follow all health, safety and injury management processes appropriately, including the reporting of injuries, incidents, damage events and near misses.
- Keep record of all relevant documents in accordance with the City’s Record Keeping Plan, policies and procedures while ensuring confidentiality is maintained at all times.
- Promote and role model the City’s public image, values, qualities and behaviors and foster a workplace culture of customer service excellence, teamwork and high performance.
Who we are Looking for:
To be considered for this position, you will need:
- .Tertiary qualifications in Horticulture or lesser formal qualifications combined with experience, expertise and competence in Parks & Garden construction and maintenance works.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering a proactive construction and maintenance program in accordance with WHS legislation and requirements.
- Demonstrated experience in delivering small to medium sized infrastructure projects in accordance with WHS legislation and requirements.
- Demonstrated contract management experience. 5.Demonstrated experience in a supervisory role leading and motivating employees and contractors to achieve results in a positive, accountable, team based environment.
- Sound understanding of asset management principles and experience using asset management software or similar to schedule repairs and maintenance.
- Excellent communication, problem solving and negotiation skills.
- Well-developed written skills and the ability to write reports, tender documentation, and other correspondence to a high standard.
- Current ‘C’ class Driver’s Licence.
- Construction Safety Awareness Certificate (White Card) required.
- Competent computer skills including the Microsoft suite of products
Values
SUPPORT - We will support each and every team member to work together, build relationships and deliver greater outcomes for our organisation and community.
RESPECT- We will treat our team members and our community with mutual respect and understanding.
FUN - We will promote and value work-life balance and create an environment that is rewarding and fulfilling.
RECOGNISE - We recognise and acknowledge all individuals and cultures and value their contributions to our organisation and the community that we serve.
CONNECT- We will work as one organisation that communicates openly, and actively connects with our teams, community and stakeholders.
Benefits
We provide employees with generous employment conditions/benefits, including:
- Salary sacrificing
- Flexible Working Arrangements
- A host of health and well-being initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program
- Generous Superannuation contributions with the City matching up to 3% voluntary additional contributions
- Training and development opportunities
- Free Parking
- Subsidised gym/leisure centre membership (at the nearby Goldfields Oasis)
- $300 annual reimbursement for attendance at, or use of, City owned facilities
- Rebated childcare offered
- We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, meaning all applicants are treated fairly and respectfully and have equal access to the opportunities available.
