WHY US
Your chance to be part of the team that creates and maintains our infrastructure. We're responsible for managing our habitats and surrounding, so they are beautiful - now and for the future. Bring your skills and experience, become a steward of our council environment in a modern organisation that's making a tangible difference.
JOB DETAILS
1 X Permanent Full-Time 36 hours, 4 days/week $83,****** to $91,****** + super
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for Team Leader to supervise the Environmental Operations operatives team to carry out works in natural areas relating to the reactive and ongoing maintenance of various vegetation communities, water ways, water urban sensitive design, fire mitigation and Biosecurity and ensure cost effective and quality works in accordance with industry best practice.
You will work closely with the Coordinator, Project officers and Contractors, you will support the delivery of a diverse range of activities including weed management, revegetation, waterway and rain garden maintenance, fire mitigation, biosecurity, pollution response and other natural area maintenance works.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced and motivated team leader who enjoys working outdoors, leading and supporting a practical team, and contributing to positive environmental outcomes for the Liverpool community.
ABOUT YOU
The successful applicant will have:
Conservation & Ecosystem Management Certificate III or equivalent
Accreditation and experience in chemical application, handling and storage, equivalent to AQF Level 3
Moderate years of demonstrated experience in supervising, leading and motivating a team as well as supervising volunteers and community groups




Experience in coordinating ecological restoration programs and site monitoring
Experience in the use of computers including programs Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience in keeping accurate records
Ability to work as a member of a team and independently
Experience in native plant identification in particular plants of vegetation communities occurring Western Sydney
Experience in identifying weed species and their treatment by industry standard techniques
Water Urban Sensitive Design maintenance (willing to learn)
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC
Salary will be dependent on the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant within the specified range.
Be part of a passionate, energetic, and supportive multi-disciplinary team.
Excellent office location in the heart of the Liverpool CBD
Professional development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.
Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working workplace that supports all employees to reach their full potential.
To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.
All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check
CLOSING 8PM 15th October
Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Samata Billa, Talent Acquisition Partner at ******
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📌 Team Leader Environmental Operative (Sydney)
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