Description:
Who we are:
The City of Salisbury is a local government entity and encompasses an area of 158km2. We are a customer focused organisation, providing essential services to residents and visitors, in a dynamic and flexible working environment.
We are a progressive, sustainable and connected community, where we celebrate our employee's and community's diversity and where people are valued and feel safe, included, connected and have a sense of belonging.
To deliver the best service to our customers we strive for a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge and experience a diverse workforce brings to our organisation.
Our values (ReACH) encompass Respect, Accountability, Collaboration and Helpfulness. Do you want to work in a team-based environment, delivering projects for the benefit of the community?
The role:
We are looking for an individual to join the Council's Biodiversity and Native Landscape Team, where your experience in all aspects of conservation management will ensure the efficient maintenance of Council's Open Space operations which contributes to environmental sustainability for the community.
Specialist Skills, Required Knowledge and Conditions:
- Certificate III or equivalent in Horticulture/Conservation Land Management
- A current C class unrestricted licence is essential
- Native plant identification
- Previous Biodiversity experience
- Weed management
- Chemical licence an advantage.
Who you are:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of motivation and enthusiasm, a strong commitment to safe work practices, be a team player, and have good problem-solving abilities.
What's in it for you?
Ability to become part of a hard-working dedicated team, making a difference to the community delivering on an exceptional customer experience with the flexibility to manage what's important through an excellent work life balance.
Further information is available by accessing the Position Description.
A fully functional medical, inclusive of drug testing, will be a requirement of the recruitment and selection process.
Specific enquiries regarding this opportunity can be made to Paul Sharp Coordinator of Open Space on 0466 770 097.
Applications close 9:00am, Friday 3 May 2024.