Glenorchy is Tasmania’s fourth largest city with a population of 46,790. The City lies on the western shore of the Derwent River, next to the City of Hobart. Glenorchy is the second biggest employment location in greater Hobart and the industrial centre for Tasmania. Home to the world-famous Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), Glenorchy also has vibrant retail and community services sectors. Our community’s vision for the City is to be a proud city; a city of arts; of opportunity; of partnerships; a city that makes exciting things happen.We are looking for an experienced Team Leader - Turf to join the Parks & Recreation Team. This position will work with and supervise the members of the Turf Crew in the preparation, presentation and maintenance of Council sports fields & recreation assets, The Team Leader Turf is responsible for the delivery of Parks and Recreation works programs in accordance with GCC’s Strategic and Operational Plans.The Candidate: To be considered, you will need to have the following:The ability to provide leadership, coaching and supervision to all members of the Turf Team and assist with the daily operations including toolbox discussions, allocation of work task and providing direction;Ability to resolve complex problems that relate to immediate work tasks;Competent operation of small plant and equipment;Be able to undertake and provide guidance to Turf Team members on specialist Turf maintenance activities, including the preparation and maintenance of Council Turf playing facilities including Turf Cricket Wickets and Open Space facilities;The ability to plan, develop and implement site specific landscaping projects to enhance community facilities;Demonstrated experience to use initiative, problem solving techniques, be able to determine and apply quality control measures;Proven experience in WHS in the workplace.Qualifications: The successful candidate will hold:Certificate III in Horticulture(Turf Management) or a relevant field withthe demonstrated knowledge and experience in the procedures, practices and processes used in the maintenance of Turf Playing Surfaces including Turf Cricket Wickets and recreational areas;Current Medium Rigid Drivers licence;White Card;Traffic Management Accreditation;Position Numbers: 100978Position Hours: Full-Time: 38 hours per week, with 9 day fortnightSalary: Schedule B, Salary Point 7: $60,963.69 - $64,315.78 in accordance with Glenorchy City Council’s Enterprise Agreement 2016Probation Period: 12 weeksThe position includes generous terms and conditions as outlined in the Glenorchy City Council Enterprise Agreement 2016; including 13% superannuation.Please note that all successful applicants will be required to provide a National Police Check and/or Vulnerable People Check prior to commencement of employment.For further information on this position, contact Brendon Rose, Parks and Recreation Coordinator on (03) 6216 6800.How to apply: Applications for this position must be lodged on this submission site or on the Glenorchy City Council website www.gcc.tas.gov.au - Careers page.To be considered for this role, all applicants must address the key selection criteria in the Position Description and provide a current resume. A copy of the position description can be found by clicking the below hyperlink or on the Glenorchy City Council website. Applications close at 5pm on Sunday, 6th September 2020Position Description - Team Leader Turf AUDGlenorchy7010