Cottesloe, Perth WA

Government - Local (Government & Defence)

Full time

Base Salary Approx. $74,000 p.a. plus superannuation and allowances (Industrial Agreement 2024)

About us

The Town of Cottesloe boasts some of the most beautiful surrounds in the Perth metropolitan area. It is recognised internationally for its superb stretch of beaches, manicured lawns and balcony views over the Indian Ocean.

Our community is one of our greatest assets. Each year, we welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors who come to Cottesloe to enjoy its vibrant atmosphere, unique coastal village character, and relaxed beach lifestyle for which we are renowned. Join us and, together with our Council and community, help realise our vision: a vibrant coastal community with a laid-back charm.

About the Opportunity

The Town of Cottesloe is a values-driven organisation. We are seeking to appoint a capable person to support in maintaining our beautiful Civic Centre Grounds. The Civic Centre Groundskeeper role will ensure a high standard of maintenance in and around the Town of Cottesloe Civic Center.

Key duties under the direction of the Coordinator Building and Conservation Projects may include, but are not limited to;

• Carry out general maintenance of Civic Centre grounds, ensuring lawns, garden beds, shrubs, trees, paths, stairs, driveways, and building surrounds are kept to a high standard of presentation;
• Maintain all garden beds and lawn areas, including road verges, through mowing, edging, watering, fertilising, and clearing litter and debris;
• Prune shrubs, hedges, and trees to maintain safe, healthy, and visually appealing growth;
• Monitor the automatic reticulation system to ensure effective watering and report faults promptly;
• Undertake day-to-day maintenance of tools, equipment, and plant, reporting defects for repair;
• Make operational decisions within authority to ensure works are completed efficiently, liaising with other staff as needed; and
• Perform other duties as directed by the Coordinator of Building and Conservation Projects.

Some benefits of working with the Town of Cottesloe include a paid Christmas Shutdown period (that is additional to your annual leave), a Superannuation matching scheme, a sustainable travel allowance and a fortnightly registered day off. 

About you

The ideal candidate will possess the qualifications, experience and personal attributes necessary to perform effectively in this role.

Essential

• Good working knowledge/experience in grounds maintenance;
• Excellent organisation and time management capabilities;
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships;
• Demonstrated commitment to Workplace Health and Safety requirements; and
• Operating experience with a wide range of horticultural plant, tools and equipment.

Additional Requirements

• Current (minimum) “C” Class Licence (MR Preferred);
• Current Australian Working Rights;
• Willingness to under-go a Pre-Employment Medical (as required);
• Current National Police Clearance (or ability to obtain); and
• Have, or be prepared to achieve a Chainsaw Operation Competency Certificate. 

How to Apply

Please apply via SEEK. Provide a cover letter (max 2 pages) to explain your suitability for the role based on Essential Criteria in the Position Description. Please also provide your resume.

Applications for this position will close Monday 6 October at 10am.

If you have any questions relating to this position, please contact: David Derwin – Manager Parks and Operations on 9285 5000.

The Town of Cottesloe is an Equal Opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion within all practices. Applications for this position are encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders.

Canvassing of elected members will disqualify applications.