Location: Clearys Gates Depot
Employment status: Full-time Permanent
Classification: Municipal Trade Level 2
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $75,089 to 76,687 per annum + 13.5% superannuation

About the role

This position will work alongside the crews in the horticultural maintenance of a range of high-profile parks, reserves and streetscapes within the City of Hobart whilst continually monitoring, reviewing and improving horticultural practices and work programs.

Role accountabilities include:

• Provide Leadership and direction to the Parks teams, ensuring efficient use of resources and alignment with operational goals.
• Supervise and support field teams in adopting contemporary practices, working alongside them to achieve high-quality outcomes.
• Assist in the development and delivery of annual work programs, contributing to strategic planning and service improvement
• Deliver high-level customer service and advice to community members, ratepayers, and stakeholders.
• Promote a safe and cohesive work environment by upholding WHS standards and fostering a positive team culture.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Team Leader Parks Position Description

About you

You're a skilled horticulture professional with leadership experience in parks and open spaces. You're confident in planning daily operations, leading teams, and delivering high-quality outcomes that benefit the community.

You bring:

• A Certificate III in Horticulture or related field
• Proven Leadership in managing horticultural teams
• Strong planning and organisational skills for daily and annual work programs
• Excellent communication skills
• A current Drivers Licence and Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (or willingness to obtain)
• A commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

If you believe you can contribute and are suited to the role then please apply now by clicking the application link provided.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Free membership at Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

As a Local Government Recreation Centre in the City of Hobart, we can offer excellent training and support for career growth.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of Qualifications, National Police History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Tim Edwards, Coordinator Parks, on 0437 605 492 or email [email protected]

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to [email protected]. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 20 July 2025

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application. Candidates that do not supply a copy of the mandatory qualifications, will not be progressed to interview.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.