INTERNAL ONLY - GREENSPACE TECHNICAL COORDINATOR

Req ID:  663330                    

Personnel Area: Brisbane Infrastructure                           

Branch: Public Space Operations

Salary Range: Band 6 $108,005 to $119,507.

Work type: Temporary full-time       

Duration: Jan 2026

Our Business

​​​​​​​City Standards provides high quality and value-for-money civil construction, maintenance, and services to Brisbane ratepayers. With over 1700 employees, the work undertaken by the City Standards teams plays a big part in enhancing Brisbane's liveability.

Our Branch

Public Space Operations is a service delivery, customer focused and commercially driven business that prides itself on keeping Brisbane’s streets and public spaces clean, green, and safe for the enjoyment of residents and visitors alike.​​​​​​​

The Role

The Greenspace Technical Coordinator is responsible for the planning and oversight of work, maintenance, and repairs on parks, garden, and roadside assets across the city. This role works with Technical Officers to identify complex horticultural issues; plan proactive, reactive, capital and project works; and on decision-making regarding parks, garden, and roadside assets. 

The position is also responsible for leading, planning, and coordinating a team of experienced technical officers for Brisbane’s horticultural programs. 

You

You will have considerable knowledge and experience in urban horticultural management; coordinating projects; and leading professional teams. You will be a collaborative leader with strong communication skills to connect with team members as well as customers, stakeholders, and management.

We are looking for a resilient leader who is agile and can prioritise and coordinate work effectively with consideration to safety, customer service, and value for money. 

To be successful you will have:

• demonstrated evidence of capabilities in Council’s Leadership Blueprint
• well developed experience in urban horticultural management
• demonstrated experience in the development and maintenance of park, garden & roadside assets
• knowledge and experience in managing recurrent budgets
• highly developed communication skills
• knowledge of the relevant legislation relating to Public Space. 

Benefits of working for Council: CLICK HERE  

How to apply:  Click on the 'Apply' button below to complete your online application. Please upload your current resume and cover letter (of no more than one page) that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role.   

Please note: Eligibility for internal only roles includes external applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or as a person living with a disability. Applicants from these groups are required to complete the diversity and inclusion questions on the application form to enable Council to determine eligibility. 

This role requires a Criminal History Check. 

For more information:  Please contact John Hefez on 3178 3859 or john.hefez@brisbane.qld.gov.au

People from diverse backgrounds, including those living with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, who may have questions about the recruitment process or working at Council, are encouraged to reach out to the contact above, who can connect you with a member of Council’s Diversity and Inclusion team.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 24^th November 2024 at 11:55pm AEST

 Brisbane City Council is a multi-award winning accessible and inclusive workplace where our people represent the diverse communities we serve, are supported, and can feel safe. Council has been awarded Employer of the Year at the National Disability Awards and has been recognised multiple times with ‘Gold Employer’ status from the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI inclusion. 

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