Physical Health Assessment - Open Space Crew & Open Space Crew Leader

 Job Task Analysis - Open Space Crew Leader

• Lead a passionate team to enhance and beautify Kingston’s open spaces and make a difference in your local community!
• Enjoy professional development and training opportunities
• Work in a supportive, collaborative environment
• Fulltime permanent position
• Band 4, $74,303 - $79,054 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuation
• Location: Dingley Village

The Open Space Team plays a vital role in maintaining Kingston's beautiful parks, gardens, and public spaces. As part of this dynamic team, you'll contribute to creating a welcoming, sustainable environment for all.

The Role
As Horticulture Crew Leader, you’ll coordinate maintenance activities, drive best practices, and inspire innovation to create vibrant, sustainable landscapes across our community.

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the local community while working in a supportive, inclusive environment. Your leadership, horticultural knowledge, and commitment to sustainability will be invaluable assets.

You will also

• Lead and mentor a dedicated crew in horticultural maintenance activities
• Ensure high standards and safety across all projects
• Coordinate schedules, resources, and project logistics efficiently
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to uphold best practices

About You

• Relevant qualifications in Horticulture, Arboriculture, or a related field or proven experience in a similar Horticulture Crew Leader or supervisory role
• Comprehensive knowledge of horticultural techniques, plant care, and landscaping
• Proficient computer skills with ability to use laptops/tablets
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills
• Current employee Working with Children Check
• Current Victorian Divers license

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button. All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal.  We look forward to hearing from you!

For any inquiries about the position, please contact Chris Nicholson, Horticulture Coordinator on chris.nicholson@kingston.vic.gov.au

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston 

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations. 

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why you’ll love working for us

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities,
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.