POSITION NO: / 4PH027
DIVISION:
DEPARTMENT: / Parks & Open Space
SECTION: / Turf & Irrigation
STATUS: / Permanent full time
CLASSIFICATION: / Band 3
OCCUPANT: / Vacant
LOCATION: / Maffra Street Depot, Sunbury Depot and Various Other Locations within the municipality
DATE: / November 2013
POSITION OBJECTIVE(S):
· Carry out programmed maintenance and improvement works in reserves, parks and designated areas in a safe, efficient and effective manner and in accordance with accepted work practices and procedures.
· Work as part of a team to maintain Council parks and reserves and other designated areas.
· To assist in providing high quality, tidy and safe Parks and Open Spaces within Hume.
· To represent and promote Council’s image by providing effective and courteous information and service to key stakeholders.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Maintain and improve designated areas, grounds, surrounds, reserves, streetscapes and recreation areas.
§ Operate Tractor, Front Deck Mowers, Trucks, Brushcutters and other Parks machinery to assist with the maintenance and development of Council's assets.
§ Picking up of all litter, branches, etc before commencement of mowing and removing them from site.
§ Assist with the removal of tree limbs and other tree parts causing obstruction to mowing within designated areas
§ Spraying application with use of knapsack as required for the control of weed vegetation of Council assets using industry best practice principals and guidelines
§ Ensure that work sites are left in a clean and tidy condition upon completion of works.
§ Ensure that all plant & equipment is adequate for the day's work which may include checking of safety guards, safety switches, safety devices and reporting of any maintenance requirements to the Team Leader.
§ Inspect / Report any damage, vandalism and/or hazards at each work site to the Team Leader.
§ Work site set up of safety traffic control in accordance to the Road Management Act 2004 and removal of safety signs and locking of gates upon completion of each work site.
2. To work as part of a team in improving and maintaining Council parks, reserves and other designated areas utilising safe and efficient work practices:
§ Assist in ensuring staff members of the workgroup have adequate knowledge of the equipment they are to use, which includes all safety aspects.
§ Ensure all plant & equipment is fully operational and returned to its allocated position at the end of each shift.
§ Operate equipment with due regard to personal safety and that of co-workers and the general public in accordance with relevant legislation.
§ Assist in formative pruning works in order to preserve and maintain Council assets.
§ Assist in planting trees and shrubs in the off peak season of grass maintenance in designated areas.
§ Actively participate in team meetings and training.
§ Assist in the identification and delivery of training needs for the Parks Mowing team.
§ Supervise apprentices and casual labour in work group as required.
3. Assist in the Assist in the gathering of data for performance indicators:
§ Assist in accurate recording of work undertaken, for the effective monitoring of the service.
§ Assist in recording of plant and its usage of each work site.
§ Provide comments/information where appropriate, to improve the service to obtain industry best practice.
§ Assist the Team Leader with programming of works to achieve the required standard of service, to keep accurate records to monitor progress against the program and to report any problem areas.
§ To effectively communicate with both internal & external customers.
§ Data collection by inputting / capturing relevant daily information by electronic Palm Pilot
4. Drive a motor vehicle in a safe and competent manner and in accordance with relevant road laws and regulations:
§ Drive a motor vehicle to deliver staff, equipment, supplies, etc to work site.
§ Ensure that vehicle and equipment is kept in a clean and tidy condition.
§ Monitor levels of supplies in the First Aid Kit and where necessary arrange for further supplies.
§ Regularly inspect on board fire extinguishers
Position Description Template - For current version refer to the Intranet. Printed copy for immediate use only – printed 18 November 2013. /Approved By: EMT / Approval Date: 11 March 2011
Author: Human Resources / Review Date: 11 March 2013
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ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT
Vision
Hume City Council will be recognised as a leader in achieving social, environmental and economic outcomes with a common goal of connecting our proud community and celebrating the diversity of Hume.
Mission
To enhance the social, economic and environmental prosperity of our community through vision, leadership, excellence and inclusion.
Our Hume Values & Guiding Behaviours:
Respect
I will:
¡ Actively listen and communicate openly with others
¡ Value individual differences and the contribution of others
¡ Treat people fairly and ensure others do the same
Customer Focus
I will:
¡ Take responsibility for delivering services and solutions in a timely manner
¡ Respond to internal and external customers professionally and respectfully
¡ Engage with, listen and seek to understand the needs and expectations of the customer/resident
Collaboration
I will:
¡ Support and assist others by sharing information, knowledge and resources
¡ Cooperate with others and set and achieve common goals
¡ Actively participate and contribute to the team
Innovation
I will:
¡ Explore and act on better ways of doing things
¡ Be open minded and encourage new ideas from others
¡ Actively learn and develop to improve the work I do for the organisation
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
Hume City Council has a strong and enduring commitment to environmental sustainability, and prides itself on its leadership on a range of environmental issues. Council’s Sustainable Environment Department leads Council activities in this area, however all Council departments have a direct responsibility for implementing environmental sustainability actions across all Council operations and services to the community.
Council’s Live Green Work Green employee behaviour change program encourages staff participation in reducing the environmental impact of Council operations. Staff are encouraged to join the environmental leadership team, the Green Team, guiding action in this area.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT/BEST VALUE
Assist in the implementation and maintain continuous improvement system standards and procedures.
RISK MANAGEMENT:
Contribute to a positive risk management culture by complying with the Risk Management policy, assisting with the implementation of the Risk Management Strategy and reporting risk management concerns and improvements to their supervisors and/or managers.
Demonstrate Council's commitment to implementing best practice risk management processes.
WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY (WHS)
Employees are required to participate in the WHS process by:
¡ Following established safe working instructions, procedures and policies.
¡ Taking reasonable care for their own Workplace Health and Safety and that of others.
¡ Seeking assistance when unsure of practices, procedures and policies to perform a task.
¡ Reporting all incidents, injuries, near misses, damage to property and hazards as soon as practicable to their supervisor and the WHS Team.
¡ Actively participating and contributing to inspections, audits, team meetings and training.
¡ Ensure that relevant WHS legislation is complied with.
POLICE RECORDS CHECK:
The incumbent must have and maintain a current Police Records Check: ¨ YES ¨ NO
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK:
The incumbent must have and maintain a current ‘Working with Children Check’: ¨ YES ¨ NO
OTHER DUTIES:
Responsibilities and duties included in this Position Description are subject to the Multiskilling provisions of the relevant Award and/or the Hume City Council Enterprise Agreement.
ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:Reports to: / Team Leader Mowing Operations
Supervises: / Contractors
Apprentices and assigned resources within the limits of delegated authority.
Internal Contacts: / Workshop staff
Parks and Open Space staff
Other Council Officers
External Contacts: / Members of the Public/Residents
Staff of Service and Utility companies
ACCOUNTABILITY AND EXTENT OF AUTHORITY:
The incumbent is responsible and accountable for:
¡ Displaying and promoting Our Hume Values & Guiding Behaviours
¡ Maintaining a knowledge of and working within Organisation Policies and Procedures including WHS, EEO and Code of Conduct.
¡ Assist in developing and Implementing set maintenance schedules.
¡ Accountable for quality, quantity and timeliness of own work.
¡ Responsible for ensuring the safe operation of plant, and reporting the maintenance requirements of plant & equipment.
¡ Required to be part of a work group responsible for assisting in the development and improvement of parks, reserves and other designated areas.
¡ Responsible for ensuring that all parks, reserves and designated areas are in a well presented condition as per operational procedures and instructions.
¡ Resolve problems that relate to immediate work tasks and the work group when unable to obtain advice from the Team Leader.
¡ Required to utilise safe work practices and assist in ensuring all maintenance carried out incorporates a safe working environment for ones self and that of others.
¡ All work is carried out under the general supervision of the Team Leader Mowing Operations.
JUDGEMENT AND DECISION MAKING:
The incumbent is accountable for:
¡ Personal performance of duties to a safe and high quality of finish
¡ Providing support and advice to other employees with guidance and support always available from the immediate supervisor
¡ The nature of the work is clearly defined with established procedures. The incumbent is required to exercise judgement to achieve a required standard with the works program and any difficulties can be immediately resolved by associated Team Leaders and Supervisors.
SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
The following knowledge and skills are required to be utilised:
¡ Demonstrated knowledge and skills in the safe operation of Tractors, Front Deck mowers, trucks and associated plant and equipment.
¡ A basic understanding of requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 and relevant Safety Standards and Codes within the industry.
¡ Demonstrated ability to monitor works within agreed timelines.
¡ An understanding of quality procedures.
¡ Knowledge and practical application of pruning equipment
¡ Ability to plan works and organise equipment and plant.
¡ Ability to supervise other agency staff and sub contractors as required.
MANAGEMENT SKILLS:
The following management skills are required to be utilised:
¡ Monitor and improve own quality of work steadily over time.
¡ Demonstrated ability to manage time and work priorities effectively and with flexibility in response to urgent matters.
¡ Ability to arrange agency staff and equipment suitable for each work site and task.
¡ Demonstrated ability to priorities and carry out tasks within set time lines.
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
The following interpersonal skills are required to be demonstrated:
¡ Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and individually.
¡ Demonstrated ability to resolve day to day operational and work group issues or problems.
¡ Ability to deal with difficult situations with composure and personalism representing Council in a positive manor.
¡ Sound communication skills demonstrated in oral and written forms.
¡ Capacity to communicate and gain co-operation with a broad range of people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
The following qualifications and experience are required for the position:
¡ Progress toward achieving Certificate III or higher qualification in Horticulture
¡ Demonstrated relevant knowledge and skill in the safe operation and maintenance of Tractors, Front Deck mowers, Trucks and associated plant and equipment.
¡ Experience in maintaining and developing Council Assets
¡ Experience in maintaining & further improving parks, reserves and horticultural assets.
¡ Medium Rigid Truck Licence.
¡ Traffic Control Roadwork Signage Attainment essential
TASK ANALYSIS
In the course of his/her duties, a person in this position may be expected to work in or be exposed to the following conditions or activities as marked.
Condition/Activity /1 Constant
/ Frequent / Occasional / N/AManual handling weights -above 10kgs
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Using hand tools – vibration/powered / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
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Wearing hearing protection / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
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Wearing gumboots / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Wearing safety shoes/boots (steel cap) / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
Working with chemicals/solvents/detergents / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
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Working in chillers (+4 degrees C) / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
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Driving cars and/or trucks / ( ) / ( ) / ( ) / ( )
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Other special features (e.g. nature of chemicals, travelling requirements, etc):
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VARIATION TO CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
These conditions of employment, your duties and your location may be varied by Council during the term of your employment.
The Terms and Conditions in this Position Description are to be read in conjunction with the General Terms and Conditions of Employment.
AGREEMENT:
I hereby accept and agree to the duties in this Position Description. I understand that this Position Description is to be read in conjunction with the General Terms and Conditions of Employment and I agreed to abide by the terms and conditions stipulated therein.Name (Please print):
Signature: / Date:
SELECTION CRITERIA:
Selection will be based on the following Selection Criteria, however, reference will also be made to other listed skills, knowledge and attributes as required in the Position Description: