The Town of Bassendean is a small local government that sits along the Derbarl Yerrigan on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people. We employ around 150 staff in diverse teams of dedicated people who are committed to delivering a wide range of services to our community. The Town maintains strong connections to our residents and drives positive change. We strive to build a strong, liveable community for now and for the future. Although we are small in size, we are big in heart, connectedness and collaboration.

 About the team
The Town’s Infrastructure and Sustainability Directorate is dedicated to high standards of service delivery for the community. We contribute to the Town’s strategic objectives through the protection, enhancement and development of the Town’s assets, infrastructure and natural environment. We achieve this through a continuous improvement approach, driving a safety-first culture, and applying best practice.

About the role
Under direction of the Manager Parks and Facilities, the Supervisor Parks and Gardens coordinates the day-to-day operational service delivery functions relevant to the Parks and Gardens business unit, involving both internal staff and external contractor resources. You will lead, develop and motivate staff, and promote a team culture aligned with the Town’s values and commitments to service excellence.

About you
The successful candidate will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualification and experience in implementing and supervising work programs associated with the maintenance of public open space infrastructure i.e. sporting reserves, commercial irrigation systems, recreational parks, playgrounds, gardens and streetscapes, or equivalent relevant experience.

• Understanding of Workplace Health and Safety in an operational environment.

• Relevant experience managing contractors, particularly works delivery in the public environment.

• Experience preparing and managing budgets.

• Sound understanding and the ability to use relevant IT systems and programs. 

• Current WA driver’s licence.

All Town of Bassendean staff demonstrate our corporate values of community, respect, connection, adaptability and accountability. To know more about us, please click on the link: You Me and TOB

Salary and Benefits
This permanent, full-time role attracts an annual salary range $91,798.60 - $97,976.88 per annum, plus superannuation.

The Town also offers up to 4% additional superannuation (conditions apply), 17.5% leave loading, free parking, ongoing training and professional development, and up to two additional leave days per calendar year.

Working Hours
The position is full-time, 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Flexibility options such as condensed hours (9-day fortnight or 19-day month), hybrid work and variable start/finish times are options and may be negotiated for this role. 

The Town of Bassendean supports employees having access to flexible working arrangements to help them manage work and life responsibilities. As flexibility means different things to different people, the Town has a range of flexibility options that may be negotiated.

Would you like to know more?
For position related queries please contact John Newton, Manager Parks and Facilities at [email protected], or ph: (08) 9377 9000.

How to Apply
Please email your resume and cover letter, outlining your suitability for the role in relation to the information in this ad by clicking on the Apply Now button.

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Applications close date: Friday, 17th October at 4:00PM.

Cameron Woods
Chief Executive Officer

The Town of Bassendean is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a safe and inclusive workplace that is reflective of our diverse society. We are one team – collectively our differences strengthen our organisation and deliver great local government to our community. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds and people living with disability.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION