Supervisor Open Space (West)

About the Role

The Supervisor Open Space Maintenance West leads a dedicated team to deliver safe, high‑quality maintenance activities across parks, gardens, reserves, and playgrounds in the western region of the municipality, including Drouin, Longwarry, Neerim South and Noojee.

This કહ role supervises staff and council contractors, ensuring all works meet Baw Baw Shire Council’s open‑space maintenance standards.

A key part of this role is fostering a positive team culture and safety‑first mindset, supporting the professional growth of the open‑space maintenance team, and upholding council’s agreed behaviour values and cultural commitments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum Certificate III in horticulture or equivalent with substantial relevant experience.
• Current Victorian driver licence with median rigid endorsement.
• Experience supervising staff and contractors, achieving programme timeframes.
• Experience in a wide range of open‑space maintenance activities in the municipal or related field.
• Ability to supervise tasks, set priorities and work to timelines in a pressured and changing environment.
• Demonstrated customer service and teamavance focus.
• Sound communication, problem‑solving and interpersonal skills.
• Common computer software experience.
• Ability to provide day‑to‑day support and guidance to staff to ensure programmes are achieved safely, efficiently and cost‑effectively.

Why you'll love working at Baw Baw Shire

• Hybrid work is the norm here at Baw Baw for roles that can support it.
• Flexible work options; Baw Baw is committed to work‑life balance.
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs.
• Access to rostered day off every four weeks (when working full time).
• Career development opportunities.
• Study / development assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).꾸
• A thriving Social Club.
• Close to public transport.
• Ample free parking nearby.

Further Information and How to Apply

To apply, please review the position description and complete your application below with a current copy of your resume and a covering letter. Applications close at 5 pm on Sunday 1 February 2026 and must be submitted through the application form below.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baw Baw Shire Council is an equal‑opportunity employer and works in the interest of the safety of children and young people. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment.

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