Team Leader Parks (9702)

Group and Team: Infrastructure and Assets, Open Space Group, Parks and Reserves Team 
Location: Clearys Gates
Employment status: Permanent Full-time
Classification: Municipal Trade Level 2
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $75,089 per annum + 13.5% superannuation. 

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements 
• A wide range of leave entitlements.

About the role

This operational role contributes to the success of the City by working alongside crews in the horticultural maintenance of high-profile parks, reserves and streetscapes within Hobart. The Team Leader Parks continually monitors, reviews and improves horticultural practices and work programs, ensuring the delivery of high-quality open space services to the community.

Role accountabilities include:

• Providing leadership and direction within the parks operations unit.
• Implement and supervise work programs and promoting contemporary horticultural practices.
• Assist the co-ordinator in the development of annual programs for the Parks unit.
• Delivering high-level customer service to ratepayers and community representatives.
• Promoting and ensuring compliance with Work Health and Safety and Child and Youth Safety standards.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Team Leader Parks Position Description

About you

You are an experienced horticulturalist and a hands-on leader with a passion for horticulture and public spaces. You bring:

• Proven experience leading horticultural teams in high-profile parks.
• Strong planning and organisational skills to implement effective work programs.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A collaborative and safety-focused approach to team leadership.
• Certificate III in Horticulture or a related field.
• A current Driver Licence and Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (or willingness to obtain).

Desirable qualifications include a Medium Rigid Driver Licence, Basic Traffic Control, First Aid, and ChemCert.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements 
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service. 
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you're passionate about our beautiful city and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Heather Huxley, on 0408 054 689 or email heather.huxley@hobartcity.com.au

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 19 October 2025.

Before you begin

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.

To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:

• Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
• Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.