ABOUT US

Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position

Council is offering a great opportunity for a suitably qualified, experienced and enthusiastic individual to lead and motivate work teams to complete horticultural programs associated with urban vegetation throughout the Shire.  The position will play a key role in motivating staff to deliver outcomes in line with Council’s Delivery Program and Operational Plan.

The successful candidate will contribute to improving team performance and promoting a service oriented culture in line with Council and the Open Spaces and Reserves Section values.

To be successful you will bring

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council's values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
• Qualifications in Horticulture or related field and / or demonstrated extensive experience in the horticultural maintenance field.
• Proven experience in the supervision of staff and contractors, including monitoring performance, coordinating worksite activities and training and development.
• Demonstrated well developed communication skills, both oral and written.
• Demonstrated digital literacy with experience and competence in computers and devices, and associated applications, including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability and willingness to work on call in accordance with roster requirements.

The rewards

• A salary range of $77,800 to $89,300 per annum (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills and experience. This incorporates the payment of five hours of approved overtime per fortnight according to Council’s Annual Salary Agreement.
• Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a 9 day fortnight working arrangement.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
• Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
• An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
• An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
• Generous Award workplace conditions.

Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.

Applications close

11.30pm on Sunday 23 November 2025

Specific enquiries

Will Bennett | Team Leader Open Spaces and Reserves | 1300 864 444

How To Apply

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