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Blacktown City is a growing and thriving city, located halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. With 435,000 residents, we are the largest and most diverse city in NSW, spread across 54 suburbs. Blacktown City is vibrant, dynamic and multicultural, home to a large First Nations community, and more than 180 different birthplaces and languages.With a $24.8 billion regional economy, Blacktown City is also home to 30,000 businesses. Working at Blacktown City Council provides widespread, exciting professional opportunities. Our Council is leading the transformation of Blacktown City and Western Sydney. We are implementing a vision for a modern city, full of opportunity for our residents and businesses.Our Council is led by highly skilled and experienced professionals, working with talented and passionate teams across a diverse range of business units. We are delivering high quality, customer-focused services, experiences, and facilities, and leading a program of strategic planning, activity and investment.Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.About the opportunityWe have two exciting permanent, full-time opportunities for highly motivated and experienced team leaders to join our Urban Forest Operations Team. We are looking for enthusiastic leaders who are ready to take on the challenge of managing a dynamic team in the great outdoors. In this role you will oversee all tree maintenance operations.Your expertise will guide your team as they work efficiently and effectively to meet the diverse needs of our community. Enjoy a 9-day fortnight schedule, allowing for a healthy work-life balance along with a supportive work environment that values your contributions and take advantage of professional development opportunities. Join our team and grow with us!Qualifications and experienceCertificate III in ArboricultureClass MR Drivers Licence or ability to obtain within 6 months of employmentNSW General Construction Induction Card (white card)Senior First Aid CertificateRTA Approved Traffic Controller accreditation or ability to obtain within first 6 months of employmentDemonstrated experience in leading teams and supervising staffDemonstrated experience in the use of a tree chipperExperience implementing a tree protection programKnowledge of applicable legislation and regulationsSkills in the operation of computers, mobile phones and tabletsDemonstrated commitment to customer serviceAbility to work within a team environment.Work Cover approved front end loader accreditationAerial Rescue Statement of AttainmentElevated Work Platform operator licenceOperate and maintain stump grinding machinesDemonstrated experience in the use of a large tree chipperExperience in the planting and establishment of trees.Remuneration and benefitsThe salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Councils Enterprise Agreement.Entry level for this position starts at $1,451.97 per weekRostered Day Off (RDO) every fortnightEmployee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.Our commitment to safetyBlacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing. We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.Apply now using our fast and easy-to-use online application process:Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.Have a personal email address ready to use and complete your application without ''logging out'' of the system.Review the questions and decide on your responses before commencing your application.Best of luck.Contact officer: Emily Hubble 9839 5118 #J-18808-Ljbffr