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Team Member Playgrounds & Reactive Team - P3452 (Readvertised)

Applications close: Friday 13 November 2009

Council is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic person to assist in the installation and upkeep of playground equipment and undertake a range of general horticultural activities at Council managed facilities.

(Previous applicants need not apply)

Salary: Level 3 (Municipal Employee), $36,254 p/a and other allowances in accordance with Council’s Workplace Partnership Agreement.

Contact: Scott Allen on 08 8950 0581

P 3452 Team Member – Playgrounds and Reactive Team

Primary Objective:

Assist in the installation, maintenance and repairs of equipment in accordance with Australian standards and undertake general horticultural activities at Council parks, ovals and associated facilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the installation, maintenance and repair work on Council equipment to Australian standards e.g. paving, security fencing, graffiti removal
• Carry out a range of horticultural activities particularly mowing, spraying, slashing, top-dressing, scarifying, fertilizing and aerating turfed areas
• Identify and remove weeds, pests and diseases and eradicate them through the use of pesticides and herbicides
• Keep accurate daily work records and report any issues including necessary repairs to the team leader/ supervisor
• Work unsupervised following instructions
• Work safely as part of a team following Council policies and procedures
• Behave according to the ASTC Code of Conduct including treating the general public with respect
• Perform other duties as directed by the Supervisor

Supervisory Requirements:

Nil

Qualifications:

Current C Class Licence to be able to drive in the Northern Territory

Selection Criteria:

Essential

1. Ability to effectively maintain, repair and assist with the installation of recreational equipment, within the parks and gardens of Alice Springs to Australian standards
2. Ability to carry out a range of horticultural activities particularly mowing, spraying, slashing, top-dressing, scarifying, fertilizing and aerating turfed areas
3. Ability to operate and maintain a broad range equipment and identify any necessary repairs
4. Ability to identify and remove weeds, pests and diseases and eradicate them through the use of pesticides and herbicides
5. Ability to do physical work in a safe manner as part of a team or unsupervised.
6. Ability to be respectful to the general public and other Council employees
7. Current C Class Licence to be able to drive in the Northern Territory

Desirable

1. Understanding of and familiarity with Aboriginal Culture
2. Current LR Class Licence to be able to drive in the Northern Territory

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