At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to maintain and enhance parks, gardens, and natural areas.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking city council focused on community impact and sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy 6 weeks annual leave, generous superannuation, and study assistance.
- Other info: Flexible housing and relocation packages available for Karratha residents.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in landscape maintenance and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Landscape Maintenance Supervisor to lead a dedicated team responsible for maintaining and enhancing our parks, streetscapes, gardens, trees, and natural areas.
We are building for the future — and there’s never been a better time to join the City.
Driven by the Council Plan 2025–2035 and the priorities of our community, we are growing our team and creating new roles that will help us deliver meaningful, lasting impact.
If you are looking for more than just your next role, this is your opportunity to be part of an organisation with purpose, energy and ambition, and to do work that truly matters to the community we serve.
About the Role
- Lead and supervise a multi-disciplinary Landscape Maintenance team delivering high-quality maintenance outcomes across parks, gardens, streetscapes, trees, and natural areas.
- Coordinate scheduled and reactive maintenance programs, ensuring works are delivered efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.
- Oversee minor landscape projects, contractor management, and implementation of environmental and biodiversity initiatives.
- Support the delivery of operational plans including weed management, foreshore management, street tree programs, and natural area restoration.
- Manage fleet, plant, procurement, inspections, and operational administration while promoting continuous improvement and customer service excellence.
- Role Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in a supervisory or leadership role within landscape maintenance, horticulture, arboriculture, or natural area management.
- Strong knowledge of landscape maintenance practices, arboriculture, horticulture, contract management, and environmental management principles.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills with a strong customer service focus.
- Ability to effectively plan, prioritise, problem solve, and manage multiple projects, teams, and contractors simultaneously.
- Relevant qualifications or extensive industry experience, along with a current C Class Driver’s Licence, Traffic Management Certificate, First Aid Certificate, and National Police Clearance.
Why Join Us?
- 6 weeks annual leave and 13% superannuation
- Allowances up to $12,188 available for employees residing in Karratha
- Free Karratha Leisureplex or Wickham Recreation Precinct membership, and a salary sacrificing option (up to $500 per annum) for specific programs or family members
- Up to $3,000 per year for approved study assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential wellbeing support
- Housing & relocation packages negotiable for employees residing in Karratha
- Allocated company vehicle with commuter use
Please note: Applications are managed through our careers portal and not via Linked In Easy Apply.
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