Team Leader Irrigation

Permanent Full Time with 9-day fortnight rostering

$79,711.45 - $82,415.45 per annum plus Superannuation

(salary is dependent on skills and experience)

Commuter use of Council Vehicle

About us:

The City of Belmont is a Tier 1 council that proudly offers its residents and visitors facilities, services, events, spaces and plans for the future, which enables the community to live, work and play in ways that are healthy, efficient, safe and sustainable. The City of Belmont boasts spectacular views of the Swan River, close proximity to the Perth Central Business District, has state of the art facilities at the Belmont Library and Museum Hub, plentiful multipurpose parks and included within its boundaries, Perth Airport’s Domestic and International terminals.

The City of Belmont offers employees free onsite parking, there is easy access to public transport, great end of trip facilities and has fantastic shopping options at Belmont Forum shopping centre, Costco and DFO.

About the role:

This is a dynamic role for a team-oriented individual who has a demonstrated understanding of commercial irrigation design, installation, and management techniques.

The role supervises the work crew in carrying out day to day maintenance and improvements to the City’s irrigation systems, ensuring gardens, lawns and streetscapes are maintained to the highest possible standard.

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

Supervise all employees within the work crew ensuring the crew provides effective and efficient day-to-day maintenance to the City’s irrigation systems.

Operate, maintain and programme irrigation systems and irrigation automatic controls ensuring they are working to their full potential, including programming watering schedules.

Assist the Supervisor Irrigation, in the preparation and implementation of the irrigation annual maintenance programme.

About you:

Ideally, you will be able to demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently autonomously and within a team environment.

Key requirements include, but not limited to:

Certificate III Irrigation Technology

Leadership experience

WA C Class Drivers Licence

Accreditation in Basic Worksite Traffic Management

Construction Induction (Blue/White) Card

Ability to obtain or possess HLTA1D011 Provide First Aid certificate.

Full working rights in Australia

Satisfactory National Police Clearance (Dated within 12months)

Willing to undergo a pre-employment medical.

Benefits

Up to 16% to superannuation & 17.5% annual leave loading

Employee health and wellness program and initiatives including yearly flu vaccinations and skin checks.

Active social club

Belmont Oasis Leisure – Discounted membership

How to apply:

If you meet the above criteria and are looking to join a progressive and innovative council, then click on the “apply” button. Please enter your details, upload your current resume, please include any qualifications, tickets and licenses that you possess.

Applications close: Tuesday 14 October 2025.

Please note: Applications are considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. The City reserves the right to close adverts early; therefore, an early application is encouraged.

The City of Belmont is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. We provide merit-based employment opportunities to people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation. We encourage applications from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Belmont. If you require an additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise in advance.

For more information on eligibility requirements and to apply for this position please visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au. Further assistance with your application is available by phoning 08 9477 7217