Team Leader Parks & Gardens (Permanent, Full-Time)
Level 3 - $96,103.71 per annum (incl $20,000 Port Hedland Allowance)
*Increasing to $99,147.86 per annum as of July 1st 2025

The Town

Port Hedland is a dynamic, diverse town in Western Australia's beautiful North-West that enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. We are proud of our stunning landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, vibrant multicultural community and our significant resources industry. At the Town of Port Hedland, let your career take-off as you tackle challenges unique to the region, collaborate with a range of people from all walks of life and become part of a vibrant team that is making real change in the Pilbara.

The Role

Join our Parks & Gardens team as a Team Leader!

Working Monday-Friday 6am-3pm on a 9-day fortnight roster, the successful applicant will be leading a small group of employees to ensure and maintain a safe and amicable work environment, in consultation with the Co-Ordinator Parks and Gardens. You will be assisting to develop detailed operational maintenance programs and be responsible for the successful outcomes of the operations team.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone with:

• Qualifications or experience in the Horticulture/Turf Management industry
• Experience operating horticulture-related plant equipment
• Previous experience in a Team Leader role is a plus, along with strong time management and organizational skills for delegating workloads

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

• Current 'MR' class driver's license
• White Card
• Current First Aid qualification
• National Police Clearance
• Rights to work in Australia

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:

• 9-Day Fortnight Roster - Rostered Day Off every fortnight (enjoy a long weekend!)
• 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
• 11.5% Superannuation with a co-contribution scheme up to 14%

• Wellness program (includes free gym membership, pool passes, access to gym classes)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Salary Packaging - Opportunity to increase your take home pay
• Career Development Opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Access to our trusted EAP service for yourself and your family

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" either by:

Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721

Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721

Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.

Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six-month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.

For further information about this position please contact our Recruitment Team via .au

The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.

Applications close 11.30pm Wednesday 11th June 2025

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.